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

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

Day 1: Arusha (Tanzania) – Lake Naivasha & Hell’s Gate National Park (Kenya)

  • Departure Time: 06:30 AM

  • Distance: Approx. 300 km | Drive: 6–7 hours (via Namanga border)

Activities:

  • Depart from Arusha early and drive to the Namanga border for immigration clearance.

  • Continue to Lake Naivasha with lunch en route.

  • Afternoon visit to Hell’s Gate National Park:

    • Optional biking or walking safari through the gorge.

    • Enjoy views of rock formations, geysers, and wildlife like zebras and gazelles.

  • Optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha in the evening.

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

Day 2: Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru National Park

  • Departure Time: 08:00 AM

  • Distance: Approx. 80 km | Drive: 1.5–2 hours

Activities:

  • After breakfast, short scenic drive to Lake Nakuru National Park.

  • Enjoy a game drive in the park known for:

    • Flamingos (seasonal), white and black rhinos, buffalo, and leopards.

  • Visit Baboon Cliff for panoramic lake views.

  • Evening relaxation at the lodge.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge inside or near Lake Nakuru

Day 3: Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve

  • Departure Time: 07:30 AM

  • Distance: Approx. 300 km | Drive: 5–6 hours

Activities:

  • Early breakfast and checkout.

  • Drive to Maasai Mara via Narok town.

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

  • Afternoon game drive to begin wildlife spotting: lions, elephants, antelope, and more.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Maasai Mara

Day 4: Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Activities:

  • Full-day game drive across the plains with picnic lunch.

  • Explore the Mara River (migration route, crocs & hippos).

  • Chance to see Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes.

  • Optional Maasai village visit in the evening.

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

Day 5: More Game Drives in Maasai Mara

Activities:

  • Morning and afternoon game drives OR

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

  • Time for photos, wildlife observation, and relaxation.

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

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

  • Departure Time: 06:30 AM

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

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

Activities:

  • Optional early morning game drive (if desired).

  • Breakfast, then depart for Nairobi.

  • Lunch in Nairobi.

  • Continue to Arusha or drop-off in Nairobi depending on travel plans.

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

✅ Inclusions:

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

  • Professional English-speaking safari guide

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

  • 5 nights’ accommodation in mid-range lodges/tented camps

  • Meals as per itinerary

  • Bottled water during game drives

❌ Exclusions:

  • Visas (Tanzania–Kenya and return)

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

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips and personal expenses