5-Day Maasai Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha Guided Safari

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Hotel or Airport Pickup in Nairobi & Scenic Drive to Maasai Mara With Afternoon Game Drive

Your private safari begins with a pickup from your hotel, residence, or the airport. Meet your professional driver-guide for a short briefing before setting off toward the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations.
Travel through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley, pausing at a panoramic viewpoint to admire the dramatic escarpment and capture stunning photographs of the surrounding landscapes. Continue your journey through Kenya's picturesque countryside, passing local villages and expansive farmlands that offer a glimpse into everyday life beyond the city.
Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch and take some time to relax before embarking on an afternoon game drive across the reserve's vast savannah plains. Keep watch for THE BIG 5, and numerous other wildlife species that call Maasai Mara home. As dusk settles over the reserve, return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African bush.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Mara Ntulele Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Explore Maasai Mara on a Full-Day Safari With Extensive Game Viewing and Picnic Lunch

After breakfast at your safari camp, set out with packed picnic lunches for a full day of discovery in the spectacular Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Accompanied by your guide, venture through the reserve's diverse landscapes, from sweeping grasslands to riverine habitats, in search of its remarkable wildlife.
Maasai Mara is renowned for its healthy populations of predators, offering opportunities to spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas, alongside elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, topis, and various antelope species.
During the Great Migration season, the reserve becomes the stage for one of nature's most extraordinary events as vast herds of wildebeests and zebras move across the ecosystem.
Enjoy your picnic lunch at a designated site within the reserve while taking in the beauty of the savannah.
Continue with your afternoon game drive, maximizing your chances of encountering even more wildlife before returning to your safari camp in the evening for dinner & overnight.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Mara Ntulele Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Early Morning Safari in Maasai Mara Before Departing for Lake Nakuru National Park

Begin your day before sunrise with an early morning game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve, when wildlife activity is at its peak and the golden light creates ideal conditions for photography.
This is a prime time to observe predators such as lions and hyenas as they wind down their nocturnal hunts, while herds of herbivores spread across the plains to graze.
Return to your safari camp for a full breakfast and proceed with check-out as you prepare for the next stage of your journey. Depart Maasai Mara and drive through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley, passing rolling hills, rural settlements, and expansive farmlands along the way. Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park in the afternoon and check in at your safari camp.
Enjoy a short introductory game drive in this renowned sanctuary, famous for its rhino conservation and diverse birdlife. Later in the evening, return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the Rift Valley ecosystem.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)

High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Nakuru Morning Game Drive, Lake Naivasha Boat Excursion & Crescent Island Walking Safari

After an early breakfast at your safari camp, set out for a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, a protected sanctuary celebrated for its successful conservation of both black and white rhinos.
After the game drive, continue your journey to Lake Naivasha, a serene freshwater lake set within the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley.
Upon arrival, enjoy a relaxing boat ride across the calm waters, offering close-up views of hippos submerged in the lake and an impressive range of birdlife, including African fish eagles and kingfishers.
Later, proceed to Crescent Island Game Sanctuary for a guided walking safari, where you can walk freely among giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, and other herbivores in a peaceful, predator-free environment.
In the late afternoon, transfer to your safari camp for dinner and an overnight stay as you unwind from a day filled with diverse wildlife experiences.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Lake Naivasha Lazarus Lodge

• Budget hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Relaxed Morning in Naivasha & Scenic Drive Back to Nairobi With Hotel or Airport Drop-Off

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your safari camp in Naivasha as you soak in the calm atmosphere and reflect on the incredible journey through Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations.
Check-out &begin your return drive to Nairobi, traveling through the scenic Great Rift Valley with its vast escarpments, rolling hills, and open countryside. Along the way, experience glimpses of rural Kenyan life, small trading centers, and panoramic viewpoints that make the journey just as memorable as the safari itself. This private safari has taken you from the legendary plains of Maasai Mara, through the rhino-rich landscapes of Lake Nakuru National Park, to the tranquil waters of Lake Naivasha and the unique walking experience at Crescent Island Game Sanctuary. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be dropped off at your hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenyan safari adventure filled with remarkable wildlife encounters and lasting memories.

Main Destination:

Crescent Island Game Park (Lake Naivasha)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.