6-Day Lake Nakuru, Hell’s Gate & Maasai Mara Group Safari

Organized by Safari Direct
Start: Arusha, Tanzania | End: Arusha or Nairobi, Kenya
Destinations: Lake Nakuru – Hell’s Gate – Maasai Mara

Day 1: Arusha (Tanzania) – Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)

• Departure Time: 06:30 AM

• Distance: Approx. 370 km | Duration: 7–8 hours (via Namanga border)

Activities:

• Early departure from Arusha and drive to Namanga border (immigration).

• Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in the afternoon.

• Lunch en route or at the lodge.

• Afternoon game drive to spot:

  • White rhinos, buffaloes, flamingos, giraffes, and possibly leopards.

• Visit Baboon Cliff for a panoramic view of the lake.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp inside/near Lake Nakuru

Day 2: Lake Nakuru – Hell’s Gate National Park – Naivasha

• Departure Time: 08:00 AM

• Distance: Approx. 90 km | Drive: 2 hours

Activities:

• Morning game drive in Lake Nakuru (optional).

• After breakfast, drive to Hell’s Gate National Park near Lake Naivasha.

• Explore the park on bicycle or on foot – a unique walking safari with dramatic scenery.

• See wildlife like zebras, giraffes, warthogs, and gazelles.

• Optional visit to the Gorge, Fischer’s Tower, and Hot Springs.

• Optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp near Lake Naivasha

Day 3: Lake Naivasha – Maasai Mara National Reserve

• Departure Time: 07:30 AM

• Distance: Approx. 250 km | Drive: 5–6 hours

Activities:

• Breakfast and depart Naivasha for Maasai Mara via Narok.

• Arrive in time for lunch at your camp or lodge.

• Afternoon game drive in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Tented camp or lodge inside/near Maasai Mara

Day 4: Full Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara

Activities:

• Early breakfast, then full-day game drive with picnic lunch.

• Explore the Mara River, plains, and wooded areas.

• Look out for the Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, rhino.

• Optional Maasai village visit in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Same camp/lodge in Maasai Mara

Day 5: Another Full Day in Maasai Mara

Activities:

• Morning and afternoon game drives OR full-day with picnic lunch.

• Optional hot air balloon safari ($ extra – pre-booking required).

• Relax at the lodge/camp in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Same camp/lodge in Maasai Mara

Day 6: Maasai Mara – Nairobi – Arusha (or End in Nairobi)

• Departure Time: 06:30 AM

• Distance to Nairobi: Approx. 270 km | Drive: 5–6 hours

• Distance to Arusha: Approx. 500 km | Drive: 9–10 hours

Activities:

• Optional morning game drive.

• After breakfast, depart Maasai Mara for Nairobi.

• Drop-off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or proceed to Arusha via Namanga.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Not included (end of tour)

✅ Inclusions:

• Transport in 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

• Professional English-speaking guide

• 5 nights’ accommodation in lodges/tented camps

• Park entrance fees: Lake Nakuru, Hell’s Gate, Maasai Mara

• Meals as per itinerary

• Bottled water during game drives

❌ Exclusions:

• Tanzania–Kenya visa fees

• Optional activities (boat ride, hot air balloon, Maasai village)

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses and tips