Kenya · Safari

7-Day Kenya Safari to Masai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha and Hell's Gate

7 Days Round trip from Nairobi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Search for the Big Five on game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve
02 Spot diverse wildlife and birdlife across the habitats of Lake Nakuru National Park
03 Relax at Lake Naivasha and enjoy the resort setting between safari days
04 Visit Hell's Gate National Park for dramatic scenery, wildlife, and Olkaria Geothermal Spa

Take this fun-filled, adventurous tour through some of Africa's main wildlife reservoirs. This quintessential safari covers Masai Mara National Reserve, Hell's Gate National Park, and Lakes Nakuru and Naivasha, making it a treat for laypersons, wildlife photographers, and nature enthusiasts alike. You will see not just the Big Five but also numerous other rare and flourishing species that ensure an excellent year-round concentration of game.

Take this fun-filled, adventurous tour through some of Africa's main wildlife reservoirs.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Naivasha, Narok, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Hell's Gate National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

Pick-up from Nairobi in the morning and drive to Masai Mara through the Great African Rift Valley and Narok, passing through Maasai Mara Town. You will arrive in time for lunch.
Have lunch at AA Mara Lodge before proceeding for an afternoon game drive through the park in search of the Big Five and other animals.

Dinner and overnight at Sent Rim Luxury Tented Camp.

Day 02

Morning and Afternoon Game Drives in Masai Mara

Prepare for an early morning game drive before breakfast, as this is the prime time to see animals hunting. Then, go back to the hotel, have breakfast, and rest until lunchtime.
After lunch, set out for afternoon game drives. You shall return by dinnertime.

Dinner and overnight at AA Mara Lodge.

Day 03

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park

Have an early breakfast at the lodge. Check out and head towards Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy the wide ecological diversity and varied habitats that range from Lake Nakuru itself to the surrounding escarpment and picturesque ridges. Lake Nakuru National Park is ideal for birdwatching, hiking, picnics, and game drives. Check in at Lake Nakuru Lodge.

Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge.

Day 04

Rhino Tracking and Scenic Viewpoints at Lake Nakuru

Embark on an early morning game drive before breakfast to try to find leopard, which is frequently sighted in Lake Nakuru Park, and then return to the lodge. After breakfast, you will take a further drive to seek out the two species of rhino found in the park and visit the viewpoint 'Out of Africa Lookout' to get the best view across much of the park.
Then, head towards Baboon Cliffs Waterfall and Makalia Falls, returning before lunch. Drive to Lake Nakuru Lodge for lunch and spend the afternoon at leisure, relaxing by the lodge swimming pool before setting out for an evening game drive.

Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge.

Day 05

Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha

Prepare for an early breakfast and have a morning game drive. Head on an exciting road trip to Naivasha and check in to Burch Resort Naivasha. Relax for the day and enjoy the resort's facilities.

Dinner and overnight at Resort Naivasha.

Day 06

Hell's Gate National Park and Olkaria Geothermal Spa

Have an early breakfast at the resort and then proceed to Hell's Gate National Park for a short game drive before continuing to Olkaria Geothermal Spa for a swim in the natural spa. A small national park, Hell's Gate is known for its wide variety of wildlife and its scenery. This includes Fischer's Tower and Central Tower columns, Hell's Gate Gorge, and three geothermal power stations at Olkaria. The park also houses a Maasai Cultural Center, providing education about the Maasai tribe's culture and traditions. After touring the park, go back to the hotel in time for lunch and relax at the resort.

Dinner and overnight at Resort Naivasha.

Day 07

Naivasha to Nairobi

Check out from the resort after breakfast and head back to Nairobi.

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara plains, Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Nakuru National Park shoreline, Hell's Gate Gorge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Nairobi 6 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Meals on a full-board basis
Unlimited game drives
Water
Accommodation

What's Not Included

Tips and gratuities
Alcohol
Laundry services
All services not included in the itinerary

What to bring

Comfortable sneakers, sandals, or walking shoes for game walks.
Flip-flops or similar for the pool or in-room use, or even in the safari vehicle.
Baseball cap or hat to keep dust and sun away from the head.
Windbreaker or fleece jacket for layering during game drives and evenings.

Know before you go

It's okay to ask questions of your guides.
Bring a good DSLR camera and a high-quality zoom lens if photography is your thing.
If you can, bring a back-up camera and extra camera batteries in case your DSLR goes on the fritz.
Be vaccinated.

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