Mombasa – Taita Hills Sanctuary. Meet your driver/guide and depart from your hotel around 6am. Drive North, along the main highway towards Nairobi, following the route of the railway line built by the British, late in the nineteenth century. The road passes through the warehouses and workshops on the outskirts of Mombasa, climbing steadily and soon the vast plains of Tsavo become visible in the distance, with the rolling Taita Hills on the horizon. You will have a stop-over and proceed to the Taita Hills Sanctuary arriving at the Salt Lick Lodge at around ten in the morning. Saltlick is built on stilts overlooking a waterhole where animals come to drink. After checking in you will start your first game drive until lunch time. Lunch will be served at Taita Hills Lodge, after lunch you will proceed to Saltlick Lodge. You will rest until around 4pm proceed on a game drive that beholds captivating views of the Taita Hills. The Sanctuary hosts varied species of birds and animals that include Lions, Elephants, Giraffe and Zebras returning to the lodge for dinner.Overnight at Sarova Sarova Salt Lick Resort.
Taita Hills Sanctuary – Tsavo East. Early morning game drive in the Sanctuary. On a clear day, the imposing magnificence of the snowcapped Mount Kilimanjaro crystallizes your morning drive returning to the Resort for breakfast.After breakfast proceed on a short game drive in the Sanctuary and depart for Tsavo East. You will arrive in Tsavo East at around noon. Go for lunch and rest until 3 pm for an evening game drive. Here we have animals like Lion, Elephant, Zebras etc. This will take you until 6 pm time to go back to the accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Tsavo East - Mombasa The day will start at 6am. You can watch the sun as it rises from Tsavo East, beautiful. This is the best time to see animals especially the cats. If you are lucky you can even see Lion hunting. This will take you until 8am time to go back to the accommodation for breakfast. After breakfast, with your luggage we will do another Game Drive Searching for wildlife and enjoying nature. The drive will proceed until we leave the park. You will be back in Mombasa in the afternoon. We want to give you value for your money that is why we concentrate with showing you animals.
Ready to dive into the wild side of Kenya? This 5-day safari is your golden ticket to explore three of Kenya’s most breathtaking destinations – Lake Nakuru, the legendary Masai Mara, and the tranquil Lake Naivasha. From rhino tracking and big cat sightings to cycling through a volcanic gorge, every day of this adventure is packed with unforgettable moments.
Start your journey in the birdwatcher’s paradise of Lake Nakuru, where flamingos and rhinos share the shores of this stunning alkaline lake. Then, it’s off to Masai Mara, the crown jewel of Kenya’s wildlife reserves, where lions, elephants, and wildebeests roam free across endless savannahs. Whether you’re on the trail of the Big Five or watching zebras sprint through the grasslands, Masai Mara delivers pure safari magic.
Cap it all off with a refreshing twist – Lake Naivasha. Cycle through the dramatic cliffs of Hell’s Gate National Park and glide across the lake on a boat safari, where hippos snort nearby and fish eagles soar overhead. This isn’t just a safari – it’s a wild, beautiful, soul-stirring journey through the heart of Kenya. Let’s make your dream adventure a reality!
Interested? Use the enquiry form for more information.
Itinerary
Day 1
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru
We leave Nairobi hotel at 7 am for Nakuru Park and arrive in time for early lunch. After lunch without wasting time we venture into the park for our game drive in search of the White Rhinos, Leopards, Lions, Buffaloes etc until 6 pm when it's time to go back to our accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Day 2
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara
After breakfast we leave Nakuru with our luggage for Masai Mara. We head straight to the accommodation for lunch and after lunch we go to the park for our game drive until 6 pm. This is like a one stop shop where we can see the Big five in one park.
Day 3
Masai Mara Full Day
After breakfast, we venture into the park with our packed lunch for a full-day game drive. We will be in search of the Big Five, Giraffes, Zebras, Antelopes, Ostriches, and different kinds of birds and wildlife. We will be back to our accommodation at 4 pm.
Day 4
Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, we will leave the Mara area for Naivasha. We will be in Naivasha at lunchtime. After lunch we will head to Hells Gate for our cycling safari. This is the only park where you can cycle and is very safe. This will go on until 5 pm, when it's time to go to our accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Day 5
Lake Naivasha to Nairobi
After breakfast, we will go to Lake Naivasha for a boat trip. On the lake, we will be able to see the great cormorant, Hippos, African Fish eagles and many more birds. We will alight from the boat and do a walking safari. We will come closer to the Gnu, Girrafes, Zebras, Impalas etc. The boat will take us back and we will leave for Nairobi.
Loading...
1 / 1
Included
Location
Map location not available
Important Info
Essential information you need to know before booking this trip
Age Requirements
Minimum Age:0
Maximum Age:99 years
Downloads
No downloads available for this trip.
FAQ
The package includes park entry fees, accommodation, all game drives, transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle, services of a professional guide, and meals as specified in the itinerary. Activities like the cycling safari in Hell’s Gate and boat ride in Lake Naivasha are also included.
Yes, this safari is family-friendly! Children will love the boat ride, the up-close animal encounters, and the chance to cycle through Hell’s Gate National Park in a safe environment.
This safari can be enjoyed year-round, but the best wildlife viewing in Masai Mara, especially if you want to catch the Great Migration, is between July and October.
Most of the safari involves game drives in comfortable vehicles. The cycling in Hell’s Gate and walking safari at Lake Naivasha are optional and at a relaxed pace, so the tour is suitable for people with average fitness.
Expect to see rhinos, flamingos, leopards, lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, antelopes, wildebeest, and countless bird species including African fish eagles and cormorants.
Yes, accommodations are selected for comfort and location. You’ll stay in well-reviewed lodges or tented camps close to the parks, offering hot showers, comfortable beds, and great food.
Absolutely. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs can be catered for—just let us know in advance.
Day-to-day travel time ranges from 2 to 5 hours, with scenic landscapes along the way. Regular stops and game drives break up the longer journeys.
Pack lightweight clothes for warm days, a jacket for cool evenings, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, comfortable shoes, and of course – your camera!
Some lodges and camps offer limited Wi-Fi. However, expect to be mostly offline—this is a chance to disconnect and immerse yourself in nature.
Story
No story available for this trip yet.
Special
No special features listed for this trip yet.
Testimonials
No testimonials yet
Be the first to share your experience on this amazing trip!