5-Day Kenya Safari through the Great Rift Valley and Maasai Mara

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Lake Nakuru National Park and observe flamingos and over four hundred bird species
• 02 Discover the scenic eastern walls of the Great Rift Valley with photography stops
• 03 Experience thrilling game drives in Maasai Mara Game Reserve spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, and gazelles
• 04 Enjoy a full-day safari in Maasai Mara across the savannah, woodlands, and Siria Escarpment

Discover the wildlife and scenic beauty of Kenya on a 5-day safari through the Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru, and Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Explore Rift Valley viewpoints and observe flamingos and over four hundred bird species at Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy thrilling game drives in Maasai Mara, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and gazelles across the open savannah. Admire the stunning acacia-dotted landscapes along the Siria Escarpment on this private safari through Kenya's iconic wildlife destinations.

Enjoy thrilling game drives in Maasai Mara, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and gazelles across the open savannah.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Elmenteita

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Nairobi

• Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where a representative will welcome you and provide a short briefing.
• Transfer to your hotel in Nairobi and settle in for the evening.
• Overnight stay at Ibis Styles Hotel, Nairobi.

2

Day 02

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru via the Great Rift Valley

• After breakfast, depart Nairobi and drive through the eastern walls of the Great Rift Valley, stopping for photography.
• Arrive at Lake Elementaita and check in at Sentrim Elementaita Tented Camp before lunch.
• Enjoy an afternoon game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park, observing flamingos, over four hundred bird species, and diverse wildlife.
• Dinner and overnight at Sentrim Elementaita Tented Camp.

3

Day 03

Lake Elementaita to Maasai Mara Game Reserve

• Depart after an early breakfast for Maasai Mara Game Reserve.
• Arrive at Sentrim Mara Camp for a warm welcome and check-in.
• Enjoy a buffet lunch at the camp and relax before heading out for your first game drive in the reserve.
• Dinner and overnight at Sentrim Mara Camp.

4

Day 04

Full-Day Safari in Maasai Mara Game Reserve

• Embark on morning and afternoon game drives with picnic lunches.
• Explore the savannah, woodlands, and rivers of Maasai Mara, observing lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and gazelles.
• Admire the Siria Escarpment and scenic acacia-dotted landscapes.
• Dinner and overnight at Sentrim Mara Camp.

5

Day 05

Return to Nairobi and Departure

• After breakfast, drive back to Nairobi with stopovers for last-minute shopping.
• Arrive in Nairobi for lunch on your own arrangements.
• Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Arrival and departure airport transfers in Nairobi.
• Full-board accommodation while on safari, and bed and breakfast in Nairobi.
• Safari in a private 4WD vehicle with a pop-up roof and English-speaking driver guides.
• All park entrance fees and game drives as indicated in the itinerary above.
• Driver and vehicle park entry fees and allowance.
• Complimentary mineral water throughout the safari.

What's Not Included

• International flight tickets and visa costs.
• Travel and medical insurance.
• All items that are purely of a personal nature, e.g. tips, porterage, bar bills, and laundry.
• All other services not shown in "OUR PRICE INCLUDES" above.

What to bring

• Binoculars
• Warm clothing
• Cameras

Know before you go

• Apply for electronic Travel Authorization before travel.
• Get a yellow fever vaccination.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) (NBO), Embakasi, Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Nairobi County, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.