5-Day Masai Mara Safari with Lake Nakuru, Naivasha and Big Five

5 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Big Five wildlife encounters
  • 02 Rhino sightings at Lake Nakuru
  • 03 Hippos and birdlife at Lake Naivasha
  • 04 Masai Mara's endless savannah plains
  • 05 Great Rift Valley scenery
  • 06 Unforgettable African safari moments

Experience the best of Kenya's Great Rift Valley and world-famous wildlife destinations on this 5-day safari. Explore the scenic beauty of Lake Naivasha, discover the wildlife treasures of Lake Nakuru National Park, and enjoy unforgettable game drives across the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve.

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 Naivasha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru Safari

  • Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel, residence, or airport.

  • Depart Nairobi and travel through the beautiful Great Rift Valley.

  • Stop at the viewpoint for breathtaking scenery and memorable photographs.

  • Continue to Lake Naivasha.

  • An optional boat ride is available to see hippos and experience the lake's rich birdlife.

  • Proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park for an afternoon game drive, where you may see rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and other wildlife.

Check in at your lodge or camp.

Dinner.

Overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

  • Breakfast.

  • Enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.

  • Depart for the famous Masai Mara National Reserve.

  • Enjoy a scenic journey through Kenya's countryside.

  • Arrive at the Masai Mara in time for an afternoon game drive.

  • Search for lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.

Return to your camp or lodge.

Dinner.

Overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara

  • Spend a full day exploring the spectacular Masai Mara National Reserve.

  • Look out for the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo - as well as wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and numerous bird species.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the reserve.

  • During the Great Migration season, you may witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara plains.

Return to your camp in the evening.

Dinner.

Overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Masai Mara Safari and Maasai Cultural Experience

  • An optional early morning game drive is available before breakfast.

  • Continue exploring the reserve with another exciting game drive.

  • Experienced safari guide.

  • An optional visit to a traditional Maasai village offers the chance to experience the culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the Maasai people.

Return to your lodge.

Dinner.

Overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Masai Mara to Nairobi

  • Breakfast.

  • Check out.

  • Begin your journey back to Nairobi.

  • Enjoy the beautiful landscapes along the way.

  • Drop-off at your Nairobi hotel, residence, or airport.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 4 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off from Nairobi hotel, residence, or airport

  • Transport in a safari vehicle with pop-up roof

  • Professional English-speaking driver guide

  • Accommodation in safari lodges/camps

  • Meals as per itinerary

  • Game drives in Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara

  • Lake Naivasha visit

  • Drinking water during game drives

  • Great Rift Valley scenic stop

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visas

  • Travel insurance

  • Drinks and personal expenses

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Lake Naivasha boat ride (optional)

  • Maasai village visit (optional)

  • Hot air balloon safari (optional)

  • Laundry and personal services

  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions

What to bring

  • Comfortable safari clothing

  • Warm jacket or fleece for early morning drives

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

  • Camera or smartphone

  • Binoculars

  • Insect repellent

  • Personal medication and toiletries

  • Power bank and chargers

  • Small backpack

  • Travel documents and identification

  • Cash for tips, souvenirs, and optional activities

Know before you go

  • Park entry fees are included only if they are part of the selected package.

  • Lake Naivasha boat ride is optional.

  • Maasai village visit is optional.

  • Hot air balloon safari is optional.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel, residence, or airport.
Tour start
Nairobi
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,200.00 — $1,700.00
Double Sharing $1,000.00 — $1,500.00
Triple Sharing $1,000.00 — $1,500.00

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