This four-day luxury safari whisks you away to two of Kenya's most iconic wildlife destinations, the legendary Maasai Mara Game Reserve and the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park. You will spend two nights inside the Mara at the superb Sarova Mara Game Camp, waking up to the sounds of the African bush and setting out each morning in a private pop-up roof minivan with your dedicated guide. From thrilling big-cat sightings on the vast Mara plains to the remarkable rhino populations of Lake Nakuru, every day will bring you face to face with Kenya's extraordinary natural heritage. This is a fully private safari, tailored exclusively for you, and can begin on any day that suits your schedule.
Your guide will collect you from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in the morning for the scenic overland drive to the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, arriving in time for lunch at camp. After settling in at Sarova Mara Game Camp, you will head out on your first afternoon game drive across the iconic Mara plains, where lions, cheetahs, elephants and vast herds of wildebeest are frequently encountered.
A full day awaits you inside Africa's most celebrated game reserve, with an early morning and a late afternoon game drive giving you the best chances of encountering the Mara's resident big cats and the rich diversity of wildlife that calls this ecosystem home. Between drives you will return to camp for a leisurely lunch, and your experienced guide will share fascinating insights into the behaviour and ecology of the animals you observe.
After an early breakfast you will depart the Mara for the beautiful Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya's great rhino sanctuaries, which is home to populations of both black and white rhino. On arrival you will enjoy a game drive around the lake, scanning the acacia woodlands and open grasslands for rhino, buffalo, Rothschild's giraffe and a remarkable variety of birdlife, before checking in to the comfortable Ziwa Bush Lodge for the evening.
Your final morning will begin with a leisurely breakfast at Ziwa Bush Lodge before a last game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park, offering one more chance to encounter rhino and the park's diverse birdlife. After the drive you will enjoy a picnic or box lunch en route before your guide transfers you back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon in time for onward travel or an overnight stay.
Tell us your dates and dream, and a local specialist will craft your trip.
It depends on what you want to see. For the Great Migration river crossings in the Maasai Mara, visit between July and October, when the herds cross the Mara River in search of fresh grazing. For calving season and dense predator activity, January to March is excellent, particularly around the southern Serengeti. Kenya's two dry seasons (June to October and January to February) generally offer the clearest skies and easiest game viewing across Amboseli, Tsavo, and Samburu, since animals gather around limited water sources. The 'green season' (November and April to May) brings lush scenery, migratory birdlife, and lower rates, though some rural roads can be muddy. Tell us your travel dates and priorities, and we will recommend the destinations that fit best.
Most nationalities need a Kenya eTA (Electronic Travel Authorisation), applied for online before you fly; Tanzania and Zanzibar require their own separate visa, available online or on arrival depending on your nationality. Entry requirements change from time to time, so confirm the current rules for your passport a few weeks before departure. A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory if you are arriving from, or have transited through, a Yellow Fever risk country, and we recommend it in general along with being up to date on routine vaccinations (MMR, tetanus, hepatitis A and B). Most safari areas are malaria zones, so antimalarial medication is strongly advised. Always check final requirements with your doctor or a travel health clinic, and ask us for the latest entry rules when you book.
Every itinerary we build is private and tailor-made by default: your own vehicle, driver-guide, and schedule, with no strangers added to your trip. That means you can linger an extra morning at a favourite lodge, adjust the route on the go, or add a visit to the Emmanuel New Hope Rescue Centre we support. If you would rather share costs or travel as a solo guest, we can also arrange a scheduled group departure and match you with other travellers on similar dates. Either way, your safari is planned by our Nairobi-based specialists around your budget, dates, and interests, not a fixed package.
Safari costs vary widely depending on where you stay and how you travel. Budget camping safaris in parks like Amboseli or Lake Nakuru can start from around USD 150 to 250 per person per day, mid-range lodge safaris typically run USD 250 to 450 per day, and luxury tented camps in the Maasai Mara or Serengeti can exceed USD 750 per day. Your quote always includes a private vehicle, driver-guide, park fees, and accommodation as specified in your itinerary. Since every trip we build is tailor-made, tell us your budget and travel dates and we'll show you exactly what it buys, with no hidden extras.
Pack light, neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, olive, beige) for game drives, since bright colours and dark blue can attract tsetse flies in some regions. Bring layers for early morning drives, which can be cold even near the equator, plus a hat, sunglasses, and high-SPF sunscreen. A good pair of binoculars, a camera with a zoom lens, and a portable charger make a real difference to the experience. Comfortable closed shoes are more useful than sandals, and most lodges offer laundry service, so you rarely need more than a week's worth of clothing even on a longer trip. We send a full packing checklist tailored to your specific itinerary and season once you book.
Yes. Alongside our guided safaris, we offer both self-drive car hire and chauffeur-driven vehicles for clients who want more flexibility around Nairobi, the coast, or shorter road trips. Self-drive suits experienced drivers comfortable with Kenyan road conditions, while a chauffeur-driven car is the better choice for game-viewing routes, night driving, or if you'd simply rather relax and let a local expert handle the roads. All our vehicles are well-maintained 4x4s suited to both tarmac and rougher safari tracks. Let us know your route and dates and we'll recommend the right option.
Millions of visitors travel safely to Kenya and Tanzania every year, and the main tourist circuits, national parks, and coastal resorts are well-established and closely monitored. As with any international travel, sensible precautions apply: use a reputable operator (we're KATO-verified), avoid displaying valuables in cities, and follow your guide's advice in wildlife areas, where the real risk is animals, not crime. We stay in regular contact with our clients throughout their trip, and our drivers know the routes and current conditions well. If you have specific safety questions about your itinerary, we're happy to talk them through before you book.
Absolutely, it's one of our most popular combinations. A typical itinerary pairs 4 to 7 days on safari in the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, or Serengeti with 3 to 5 days unwinding on the beach in Zanzibar or Diani Beach, taking advantage of short connecting flights between the two. We handle all the logistics, including domestic flight bookings and airport transfers, so you go straight from game drives to the Indian Ocean without the stress of planning it yourself. Tell us how many days you have and we'll suggest a balance between wildlife and beach time that fits your trip.
