Your Itinerary
Curated by Dan Levy.
Duration
7 Days
Where You'll Rest
Lake Nakuru, Kenya
Nestled on 'The Lion Hill' within Lake Nakuru National Park, Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge offers a blend of adventure, luxury, and relaxation with stunning views of the park and Lake Nakuru. It provides a unique safari experience amidst abundant wildlife, including rhinos and flamingos.
Day 1 — Day 2
Sarova Mara Game Camp (often referred to as Sarova Mara Game Lodge) is a premier luxury destination tucked away in the heart of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. While technically classified as a 4-star luxury camp, it offers an experience that many travelers find rivals 5-star properties due to its prime location and high-end service.
Day 2 — Day 7
Day 1
Arrive in Nairobi and meet your guide for the scenic transfer into the Great Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park. You will check in to the Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, which overlooks the lake. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive. Lake Nakuru is highly regarded for its successful rhino sanctuary—offering excellent chances to see both black and white rhinos—as well as its vibrant birdlife. Return to the lodge in the evening for your first supervised kosher dinner.
Day 2
Following breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and journey south toward the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve. You will arrive at the Sarova Mara Game Camp in time to settle in and enjoy a prepared lunch. In the late afternoon, head out for an introductory game drive in the Mara. This ecosystem is famous for its rolling grasslands and exceptionally high concentration of big cats, providing an immediate immersion into classic African wildlife viewing.
Day 3
Spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara. Because you are traveling in August, the primary focus will be tracking the Great Migration. Your guide will navigate toward the Mara River, aiming to position the vehicle for the spectacular and chaotic river crossings. You will spend the day observing the massive herds of wildebeest and zebra, as well as the resident crocodiles and predators that anticipate their arrival.
Day 4
Continue your exploration of the Mara with another full-day game drive, or opt for a split schedule with morning and afternoon drives. Today’s focus shifts to the reserve's apex predators. The Masai Mara boasts some of the highest lion densities in the world, alongside excellent opportunities to track leopards and cheetahs hunting on the open plains. Return to Sarova Mara Game Camp to relax and enjoy your private kosher dining experience.
Day 5
Today offers a chance to explore deeper into different sectors of the reserve, such as the Mara Triangle, which often features distinct landscapes and wildlife patterns. Alternatively, you may choose to incorporate a cultural visit to a local Maasai village to learn about their traditional, pastoral way of life. The pace of the day is customized to your preferences, balancing intense wildlife viewing with the luxury amenities of the camp.
Day 6
Your final full day in the Masai Mara begins with the option of a dawn hot air balloon safari (extra charge), providing an unmatched aerial perspective of the migrating herds, followed by a landing on the plains. Otherwise, head out for an early morning game drive to catch the predators at their most active. Spend the afternoon capturing your final photographs and enjoying the sweeping savannah before returning to camp for your farewell dinner.
Day 7
Enjoy a final breakfast at Sarova Mara Game Camp before checking out. You will then depart the Masai Mara and transfer back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, you will head to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to connect with your international flight for your onward journey home, bringing your Kenyan safari to a close.
Dan Levy
Founder · The Kosher Safari
Kenya August