The 7-Day Great Rift Valley & Masai Mara Luxury Birding Adventure blends Kenya’s iconic landscapes with the finest birdwatching experiences. Stay in premium lodges and high-end camps, enjoy fly-in transfers for comfort, and be guided by our seasoned local birding experts. From flamingo-filled lakes to the Mara’s rich grasslands, this is a birding journey like no other.
7-Day Great Rift Valley & Masai Mara Luxury Birding Adventure
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Lake Naivasha
Morning flight to Naivasha in a private road transfer.
Check into Enashipai Resort or equivalent luxury lodge.
Afternoon boat safari for African Fish Eagle, Malachite Kingfisher, and Great Cormorant.
Overnight: Enashipai Resrt or equivalent
Day 2: Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru National Park Birding
Drive to Nakuru (approx. 2 hours).
Full-day game drive with focus on flamingos, pelicans, and raptors.
Evening photography session at Baboon Cliff.
Overnight: The Lake Nakuru Sopa lodge or equivalent
Day 3: Lake Nakuru – Lake Baringo
Morning birding in Nakuru before heading to Baringo.
Boat ride in search of African Skimmer, Goliath Heron, and Pied Kingfisher.
Night birding walk for nocturnal species like the Verreaux’s Eagle Owl.
Overnight: Samatian Island Lodge or equivalent
Day 4: Lake Baringo – Masai Mara (Fly-in)
Sunrise birding along Baringo’s shores.
Fly to Masai Mara via Nairobi (1.5 hours).
Afternoon birding drive in the Mara — target species: Lilac-breasted Roller, Secretary Bird, and various raptors.
Overnight: Angama Mara or equivalent
Day 5: Masai Mara — Birding & Game Viewing
Early morning birdwatching drive with focus on grassland species.
Optional walking safari for ground hornbills and bustards.
Afternoon game drive — big game sightings alongside birding.
Overnight: Angama Mara or equivalent
Day 6: Masai Mara — Mara River & Wetlands
Morning visit to the Mara River to spot African Fish Eagle, kingfishers, and herons.
Afternoon birding drive in the southern plains.
Overnight: Angama Mara or equivalent
Day 7: Masai Mara – Nairobi
After a relaxed breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip.
Fly back to Nairobi for drop-off at hotel or airport.
Safari Cost
Solo Traveler USD 9600
2 Persons Sharing USD 8250 Per Person
4 Persons Sharing USD 7531 Per Person
African Fish Eagle
African Fish Eagle
Hornbill
Secretary Bird
Secretary Bird
Best Time to Go
Nov–Apr: Migratory birds arrive.
Jun–Oct: Excellent for grassland and resident species.
What’s Included
- High-end lodge & luxury tented camp stays (full board)
- Private professional birding guide
- All park entry fees
- Fly-in transfers where possible
- Boat safaris, birding walks, and game drives
Highlights
Luxury accommodation with prime birding locations at your doorstep
Fly-in options for swift transfers between destinations
Opportunity to spot over 500 bird species including the Grey-crowned Crane, African Spoonbill, and Secretary Bird
Combination of Rift Valley waterbirds and Mara grassland species
