Kenya · Group joining · Mid-range safari
Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru and the Mara
A lodge safari that starts on the Laikipia plateau at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, continues past Thomson's Falls to Lake Nakuru and ends with two nights in the Maasai Mara.
Price on request
The journey in brief
The experience
This route starts north of Nairobi, crossing the equator near Nanyuki to reach Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to a rhino conservation programme and the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
From Ol Pejeta you travel via Nyahururu and Thomson's Falls to Lake Nakuru National Park, then on to the Maasai Mara for a full day in the reserve.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy and its rhino programme
Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Thomson's Falls and the equator
Lake Nakuru and two nights in the Maasai Mara
The route
Nairobi
Ol Pejeta
Lake Nakuru
Maasai Mara
Nairobi
Nairobi → Ol Pejeta → Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara → Nairobi
Day by day
Timings are approximate. Your guide adjusts each day around road and wildlife conditions.
Day 1 / Nairobi → Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Drive north via Thika, Karatina and Nanyuki, stopping at the equator. At Ol Pejeta, visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and go on an afternoon game drive, including the conservancy's rhino area.
Day 2 / Ol Pejeta → Lake Nakuru
Leave Ol Pejeta via Nyahururu and Thomson's Falls, then the Subukia viewpoint, reaching Lake Nakuru National Park around midday. Spend the afternoon at the lakeshore and the rhino sanctuary.
Day 3 / Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara
A final drive through Lake Nakuru, then on to the Maasai Mara with an optional stop at Lake Naivasha. Arrive for lunch and an introductory afternoon game drive.
Day 4 / Maasai Mara National Reserve
A full day of game viewing with a picnic lunch. In the evening, take an optional Maasai village visit or a nature walk.
Day 5 / Maasai Mara → Nairobi
A sunrise game drive, breakfast and the drive back to Nairobi via Narok and the Rift Valley viewpoint.
Where you stay
Lodges for this safari are agreed with you after you enquire, based on your dates, preferences and availability.
Ol Pejeta · 1 night
Lake Nakuru · 1 night
Maasai Mara · 2 nights
Accommodation pattern: Mid-range · Overnight at the lodge.
This safari is priced for your exact dates. Lodge rates, park fees and availability vary through the year, so we confirm a written price once we know your dates and party size.
Prices can depend on travel dates, party size, accommodation availability and changes to park fees. All terms are confirmed in writing before you book.
The details
Before you travel
Check passport validity and entry requirements for every country on your route with official government sources before you travel.
Ask a travel-health professional about vaccinations and malaria precautions, and take out travel insurance that covers your activities.
A soft bag is easiest in safari vehicles. If any part of your trip includes light-aircraft flights, baggage limits apply.
Weather and wildlife movement change through the year. Tell us your dates and we will explain what to expect.
Questions travellers ask
Group-joining safaris follow the published route so everyone travels together. If you want changes, ask us about running the route privately.
Prices for this safari depend on your dates, party size and accommodation availability, so we quote for your exact trip.
We reply with availability, any suggestions for your dates and a written quote. Nothing is booked until you have agreed the quote and booking terms.
No. Wildlife is free-ranging and sightings vary. Your guide will plan each day around conditions to give you the best chances.
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