Kenya · Safari

5-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari with Rhino Sightings

5 Days Round trip from Nairobi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy views of the Great Rift Valley
02 Marvel at wildlife at the famous Masai Mara National Reserve
03 Get a chance to have a close view of white and black rhinos
04 See Lake Nakuru's flamingos give the lake a pinkish touch

Embark on a 5-day safari to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru, combining birdlife, rhino sightings, and classic game viewing in Kenya. Marvel at the flamingos covering Lake Nakuru and giving it a pinkish touch, while also looking out for both white and black rhinos. Continue to the famous Masai Mara National Reserve, admired for its high concentration of wildlife and world-renowned big cat sightings. With scenic drives through the Great Rift Valley, this safari offers a rewarding mix of landscapes and wildlife encounters.

Lake Nakuru is a world-famous bird sanctuary branded as a bird watchers' paradise.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru and Bird Sanctuary Safari

Our safari team will pick you up from your location, whether hotel, airport, or residence, and drive to Lake Nakuru.
Lake Nakuru is a world-famous bird sanctuary branded as a bird watchers' paradise. It is home to millions of flamingos, among other bird species. Lunch and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge or equivalent.

Day 02

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

A drive on the floor of the Great Rift Valley will lead you to the famous Masai Mara National Reserve, home to the eighth wonder of the world - wildebeest migration and amazing big cats.
You will arrive in the afternoon and check into your lodge/camp. Time allowing, you will catch the last moments of wildlife before dusk. Dinner and overnight at your Mara camp.

Day 03

Full-Day Wildlife Exploration in Masai Mara

You will spend a whole day exploring the splendid Masai Mara National Reserve.
It is world-renowned for big cat sightings. Additionally, the gentle giants, the giraffes, and the buffaloes all roam freely in this world-famous reserve. You can opt to have an early breakfast and return to camp for lunch; alternatively, leave the lodge with picnic meals and spend more time in the wild - meals and overnight at your camp/lodge in Mara.

Day 04

Another Exciting Full Day in Masai Mara

This is where your Masai Mara safari gets more exciting.
You will venture into different areas, looking for and learning about what you come across in the wild. It is a fun-filled day where you watch and learn from your professional safari guide. Dinner and overnight will be at your camp/lodge in Mara.

Day 05

Masai Mara to Nairobi Departure

Depending on your program, you can have an early morning game drive and return to the camp/lodge for breakfast. Afterwards, proceed to Nairobi for your outbound flight or other arrangements.