6-Day Lewa & Masai Mara, Rhino & Migration Luxury Safari

Nairobi, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Masai Mara

Rates From $9,775

About This Tour

This safari offers a balanced journey through two of Kenya’s most diverse conservation areas. It is designed for travellers seeking a quiet, high-end experience that combines focused rhino conservation with the vast movement of the Great Migration. The rhythm is steady, allowing for deep immersion in each landscape without the rush of long road transfers.

The journey begins in the sophisticated atmosphere of Nairobi before flying north to the rugged plains of the Lewa Conservancy. From there, the safari moves south to the open grasslands of the Masai Mara. Each transition is handled by short internal flights, ensuring guests arrive refreshed and ready for the day’s activities.

The experience is defined by comfort and a gentle pace. Guests stay in intimate camps that offer a sense of privacy and a close connection to the surrounding wilderness. The trip’s flow ensures ample time for both active wildlife viewing and peaceful moments of rest.

Our Community Impact

This safari supports local livelihoods through direct employment at the camps and conservancy fees that fund community projects. By staying in private conservancies, guests contribute to the protection of land for both wildlife and the people who live alongside it.

Our Sustainability Promise

We prioritise partners like the Great Plains Foundation that operate with a low environmental footprint. The camps featured in this itinerary prioritize renewable energy and water conservation to ensure the wilderness remains protected for future generations.

Why This Safari Works

This itinerary is well designed because it uses internal flights to connect two distinct ecosystems, saving time and reducing travel fatigue. The route moves from the private, high-altitude terrain of Lewa to the iconic plains of the Mara, offering a complete wildlife perspective. It works best for couples and small groups who value conservation and a seamless, unhurried travel rhythm

Your Trip at a Glance

A snapshot of your entire experience, from key highlights to where you'll stay and what to expect each day.

  • 4x4 Land Cruiser
  • All-Inclusive Meals
  • Big Five Experience
  • Children Allowed
  • Couple
  • Cultural Visits
  • Family
  • Fly-In Safari
  • Friends
  • Game Drives
  • Great Migration
  • Luxury Safari

Trip Summary

  • Day 1: Spend in Nairobi, exclusive of game drives
  • Day 2: Nairobi to Lewa Conservancy by flight
  • Day 3: Experience Lewa Conservancy
  • Day 4: Lewa Conservancy to Naboisho Conservancy by flight
  • Day 5: Experience a full day in Naboisho Conservancy
  • Day 6: Mara Naboisho to Nairobi by flight

Destinations

  • Nairobi
  • Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
  • Masai Mara (Naboisho Conservancy)

Where You Stay

  • Tribe Hotel, Nairobi (1 Night)
  • Lewa Safari Camp, Lewa Conservancy (2 Nights)
  • Mara Nyika Camp, Naboisho Conservancy (2 Nights)

Safari Highlights

  • Soft morning light over the Lewa plains
  • Observing rare black and white rhinos
  • Behind-the-scenes look at conservancy headquarters
  • Aerial views of the Great Rift Valley
  • The vast, open horizon of the Masai Mara
  • Guided walks through the African bush
  • Breakfast served under a lone acacia tree
  • Breakfast served under a lone acacia tree

Featured Destinations

Where You Stay

Route Map

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Itinerary Highlights

  • Arrival and transfer to the hotel

  • Evening at leisure in the city

  • Quiet introduction to Kenya

Itinerary information

The journey starts with a calm arrival in Nairobi. A transfer takes guests to the hotel for a night of rest before the safari begins. The atmosphere is modern and relaxed, allowing for a soft landing in East Africa. There are no scheduled game drives today, as we focus instead on comfort and preparation.

  • Meals: Bed and Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Tribe Hotel

Itinerary Highlights

  • Morning flight to the north

  • Afternoon game drive in rhino country

  • First evening in the wilderness

Itinerary information

After breakfast, a short flight carries guests from the city to the rugged landscape of Lewa. The air is crisp and the scenery changes to rolling hills and open plains. An afternoon drive offers the first chance to see the conservancy’s famous rhino population. The day ends with a quiet dinner in camp.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lewa Safari Camp
Exploring Lewa Conservancy

Itinerary Highlights

  • Full day of wildlife viewing

  • Guided bush walk with an expert

  • Visit to the conservancy headquarters

Itinerary information

The day is spent exploring the diverse habitats of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. Guests can choose between game drives or a guided walk to see the landscape from a different perspective. A visit to the headquarters offers insight into the vital conservation work being conducted on the ground. The rhythm is steady and informative.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lewa Safari Camp
Lewa to Masai Mara

Itinerary Highlights

  • Cross-country flight to the Mara

  • Entry into Naboisho Conservancy

  • Evening drive across the grasslands

Itinerary information

A morning flight moves the journey south to the iconic Masai Mara ecosystem. Guests land in the Naboisho Conservancy, known for its high lion density and private atmosphere. The afternoon is spent on the plains, watching the light change over the grass. The evening brings the sounds of the Mara night.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

  • Accommodation: Mara Nyika Camp

3-Day Angama Mara Signature Fly-In Safari – Masai Mara

Itinerary Highlights

  • Extended game drives in the conservancy

  • Bush breakfast on the plains

  • Photography opportunities in the wild

Itinerary information

The day is dedicated to the movement of wildlife in Naboisho. Guests may enjoy a bush breakfast in the heart of the wilderness. The pace allows for long observations of animal behaviour and the vast landscapes of the Mara. It is a day of deep immersion in one of Africa’s most famous settings.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

  • Accommodation: Mara Nyika Camp

Departure to Nairobi

Itinerary Highlights

  • Final morning game drive

  • Flight back to the capital

  • Connection for onward travel

Itinerary information

The safari concludes with a final morning in the bush. After a last look at the plains, a flight returns guests to Nairobi. The transition from the wilderness back to the city is efficient and supported. Guests arrive in time for their international connections or evening plans.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Day room or departure

JohnBow Safari Expert Insight

❝ We designed this route to balance the rugged beauty of the north with the classic plains of the Mara, ensuring a seamless and high-comfort experience for every guest. ❞

~Johnbow Safari Expert Team

Rates

Competitive rates for unforgettable experiences

SeasonDate Range2 Guests4 Guests6 Guests
Peak Season1 July – 30 Sept, 2026$9,990$9,875$9,775

Important Rate Notes

  • Rates vary based on seasonal availability and room types.
  • Internal flights have a luggage limit of 15kg in soft bags.
  • Child policies vary by camp and require confirmation at booking.
  • Alternative lodges of a similar standard may be used if needed.

What's Included

  • 5 night accommodation
  • Domestic Flights
  • Airstrip transfers
  • Game drives
  • All meals and drinks
  • Conservancy Fees
  • Bush breakfast / Bush lunch
  • Bush sundowner

Optional Addons

  • Hot air balloon safari over the Mara
  • Horse or camel back safaris in Lewa
  • Ngare Ndare forest visit
  • Cultural boma visits

What's Not Included

  • Picnic lunch box
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve entrance fee
  • Spa treatments
  • 2-hr guided horse or camel back safari
  • Tips

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most luxury camps provide Wi-Fi in the main areas, though the connection may be slower than in the city.
Yes, the camera sets are high-quality and easy to use, and your guide can help with basic settings.
Yes, we use reputable scheduled airlines and all transfers between the airstrips and camps are fully assisted

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Great planning and communication. My trips have been smooth. All expectations met 💯
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Our driver, Patrick, made the experience even more special with his outgoing personality and his knowledge of each park. He always made certain that he positioned his vehicle just right so we could get a perfect photo. He shared a lot about African culture an answered our questions. His keen eye spotted a cheetah from a long distance and we experienced the animal stalk and catch his prey (only to have a hyena steal it from him at the end). The accommodations were excellent at Massai Mara but were a bit too primitive at Amboseli. The large openings between the sleeping area and the bathroom brought way too many bugs into the tent. Wonderful memories of the entire experience!! We hope to come back next year and Patrick will be our choice of guide.
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Wonderful team, very warm, helpful and well coordinated!
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I recently booked my 1st trip with Johnbow Tours and Travel and it was an outstanding experience from the start to finish. The team was professional, well-organised, helpful and incredibly friendly. Transfer to my hotel room and back was handled smoothly allowing us to relax and enjoy our journey. The fact that they allow lipa mdogo mdogo was not overwhelming paying for the package...I can't wait to book again with Johnbow 😊
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Jonbow has offers seamless travel service with a personal touch.
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Safaris de 5 jours depart Nairobi et arrivée à Diani beach Visite des parcs d’amboseli, tsavo ouest et est , t.hills Découverte d une faune magnifique Notre chauffeur Chombo a tout fait pour rechercher les animaux et il était à notre écoute ! Dépaysement total garanti Les hôtels étaient tout confort avec des conditions d’alimentation en eau et électricité précaire ! Nous remercions vraiment Morris et Chombo pour ce magnifique Safari
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Excellent services, the team was friendly, efficient and went above and beyond to meet my need.Their service was prompt and effective. I highly recommend
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We had a two day tour with Johnbow Tours & Travel to Tsavo West. The park itself is not that good to be honest, but we stayed at Salt Lick lodge and that was amazing. The animals are coming so close to the lodge, it is really beautiful to see. The driver Pius was also really nice and he had a lot of knowledge about the animals. I have been in contact with Morris and that was also really pleasant because of the arrangement we had.
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As a team of 12pax..we had an exceptional good experience with the Johnbow team. Well informed and humble team who contributed a lot to an enjoyable trip and creating memories.
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Customer Servive Customer service was great!Communication was timely and effective especially as there were some flight changes.Either way the bookings were perfect, customer service was exceptional and we even got a treat for our anniversary, at no extra costElijah and Sam were very helpful.
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Exceptional Experience with Johnbow Tours and Travel! I had an unforgettable trip to Bali and Thailand, the guides were amazing, the places beautiful and the itinerary on point. Bali has very many temples and beautiful rice terraces, the swings and sunset views unforgettable. thank you Johnbow for the tour.
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Memorable Safari with a Great Team and Guide We had a really good experience with Johnbow Tours during our Kenya safari. Morris, our main point of contact, was communicative and professional throughout. He stayed in touch via WhatsApp both before and during the trip, answering all our questions quickly and clearly, which gave us a lot of confidence going in.The pricing felt fair for what we received, and the Land Cruiser was comfortable, especially considering the long drives. They also provided snacks at the start of the trip upon request, which was thoughtful.Our guide, Paul, was very knowledgeable. He had a sharp eye for spotting animals and shared interesting facts about everything we saw. We had plenty of game drives and were lucky to spot a wide variety of wildlife.The only small issue was around water. We had been told water would be included throughout, but at a couple of the lodges, we were charged for drinking water, tea, or coffee during meals. It wasn’t a big deal, but having clarity on that from the start would’ve been helpful.Overall, it was a smooth and enjoyable safari. The team was dependable, the schedule was well planned, and we felt taken care of from start to finish. I’d absolutely recommend Johnbow to anyone planning a private safari in Kenya.
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A great experience, a must for everyone who reads this Jonbow, our driver who has the same name as the agency, took very good care of us. He was on time for the appointment. Once on the road he was super attentive. In the park he was always the first to spot the game. He gave us very good explanations about all the animals we saw. No effort was too much to make us spot all the game. Super friendly and helpful guy. He operates from Mombasa/Diani Beach. He made sure that our safari will remain unforgettable.
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Dubai tour 2024 was a birthday gift to my son who turned lucky number seven. I writing to thank you for coordinating our trip to UAE, dubai. Everything was perfect; the flight, the hotel was clean and all staff were friendly and professional. Special thanks to Mary Gathua as she was the one who coordinated everything for us.The tour guides were excellent! They made things as easy for us as possible. I really appreciate these and that indicate the quality services that they provide.We had dubai town tour and our guide, Mr. Albert did exceptionally well. We learnt about the origin of UAE and the important features in dubai. We had dhow cruise with dinner, and the dessert safari with dinner.Desert safari was the best of the trip (the driver , Mr . Zaheer was very professional, and the overall experience was thrilling and amazing). The desert safari remains in my priority to do list when I visit dubai next.I would certainly recommend Johnbow Tours and travel to anyone wanting to visit Dubai. Thank you again and look forward to plan our next vacation with you.
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Awesome Best tour company ..travelled to Dubai in Emirates .Booked the best hotel in Dubai..Johnbow staff are friendly and accommodatve I rate them10/10 they're affordable too .
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Superb service Happy New Year! Eunice managed our travel plans superbly, and I’m grateful. Our stay at Pride Inn was delightful; the staff’s service, food, attention, and entertainment made our holiday special and memorable. Thanks again for your excellent services.
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Efficient Eunice of John Bow ,was pretty helpful from getting us a hotel to SGR tickets, and transfers to the hotel.She also called to ensure we arrived safely.I loved the seamless process and especially because we chat on whatsapp mostly. Johnbow tours keep their word! I would choose them again.
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Awesome experience This travel company was very efficient. I engaged them on whatsapp in the morning and by afternoon they had finalised everything including the sgr tickets. Their staff Eunice was readily available even at night because we did night travel. And early morning at 4 am, she called to find out if the driver had picked us. I would recommend them anytime
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It was a time of relaxation and fun. The trip was well planned from Nairobi to Maasai Mara. We had so much fun and took so many photos. We saw lions, cheetahs, elephants and other animals. If we could do it again, we would still chose Johnbow tours and travel.
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