5-Day Budget Kenya, Hell Gate NP, Nakuru NP, Masai Mara

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Hells Gate- Scenic Views, Wlidlife and an Exciting outdoor Adventure

Depart from Nairobi in the morning and travel toward Naivasha, enjoying scenic views of the Great Rift Valley along the way. Continue to Hell’s Gate National Park for an exciting visit surrounded by dramatic cliffs, rocky landscapes, open plains, and diverse wildlife. After exploring the park, proceed to your accommodation in Naivasha for check-in and lunch. Take some time to relax before heading out for an afternoon game drive, where you may spot zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and various bird species. Return to the accommodation in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Hell’S Gate National Park

Best Time To Visit June to February (Little rain)

High Season The park is rarely busy

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Hell’s Gate NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

LeopardVery Rare

CheetahVery Rare

HyenaRare

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ElephantNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Leisure Apex Resort

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Naivasha to Lake Nakuru – Wildlife and Scenic Game Drive

After breakfast, depart from Naivasha and travel toward Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy the scenic journey through the Great Rift Valley before arriving at the park for a morning game drive. Explore the diverse landscapes while looking out for rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and different bird species. Continue exploring the park and enjoy opportunities to stop at suitable viewpoints for photographs and wildlife observation. Later, leave the park and proceed to your accommodation for lunch and some time to relax. In the afternoon, enjoy another game drive through areas of the park where wildlife is commonly seen. Take in the beautiful scenery around Lake Nakuru and keep your camera ready for memorable sightings. After the afternoon adventure, return to your accommodation for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay, ready for the next stage of your safari.

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
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara – Scenic Journey and Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, depart from the Lake Nakuru area and begin your journey toward the Maasai Mara. Travel through the scenic Kenyan countryside, enjoying views of rolling hills, local communities, and rural landscapes along the way. Arrive in the Maasai Mara in time for lunch and take a short break to relax. In the afternoon, set out on your first game drive in the reserve. Explore the open savannah while searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, cheetahs, and other wildlife. The afternoon offers excellent opportunities for photography as the changing light creates beautiful views across the plains. After the game drive, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay, ready for a full day of exploration in the Maasai Mara.

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:

Lenchada Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari – Wildlife, Scenic Plains and Adventure

Start the day with an early morning game drive through the Maasai Mara, exploring the open savannah as wildlife becomes active. Continue toward the Mara River, a remarkable feature of the reserve where you may spot hippos, crocodiles, and wildlife gathering along the riverbanks. During the migration season, the area is known for spectacular wildebeest crossings. Enjoy a packed lunch before continuing with afternoon game viewing. For an additional cost, guests can choose an optional hot-air balloon safari or visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about the community’s culture, traditions, and way of life. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Lenchada Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Final Maasai Mara Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Wake up early and enjoy your final game drive in the Maasai Mara, taking advantage of the morning hours when wildlife is often active. Explore the open plains and look out for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and other animals. After the game drive, return to the accommodation for breakfast and check-out. Begin your journey back to Nairobi, enjoying the changing scenery and countryside views along the way. Make a short stop at a suitable location for refreshments or photographs before continuing the journey. Arrive in Nairobi later in the afternoon or evening, marking the end of your memorable five-day safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.