5-Day Mara, Nakuru, Hells Gate, Naivasha & Crescent Tour

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

Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve

Your Gemfinders Safaris driver-guide will pick you up from your Nairobi hotel or airport in the morning for a briefing before departure. Travel through the Great Rift Valley with a brief stop to enjoy panoramic views before continuing to Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch and check in at Flair Camp Experiences. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided nature walk around the camp area, observing birds and learning about the local ecosystem. Guests may also choose an optional afternoon game drive or Maasai village visit at an extra cost. Return to Flair Camp for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or 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:

Flair Camp Experiences

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara National Reserve

Begin your day with an optional hot air balloon safari at extra cost — a breathtaking experience offering panoramic views of the Masai Mara plains at sunrise. After landing, enjoy a champagne-style bush breakfast before rejoining your guide for the day’s adventures. Spend the rest of the day exploring the vast reserve, home to the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and countless other wildlife species. Depending on your preference, return to Flair Camp Experiences for a freshly prepared lunch or carry a packed picnic to enjoy in the heart of the savannah. Continue your game drive until late afternoon, then head back to camp for dinner and a relaxing evening by the campfire.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Flair Camp Experiences

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara National Reserve - Lake Nakuru

After an early breakfast, check out from Flair Camp Experiences and bid farewell to the Masai Mara. Enjoy a scenic drive across the Rift Valley floor toward Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Check in at Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Suites, a comfortable base for exploring Nakuru’s rich wildlife. In the afternoon, head out for an exciting game drive through the park — home to rhinos, buffalos, giraffes, and flocks of flamingos along the lake’s shimmering shores. Keep an eye out for leopards lounging in the acacia trees. Return to your hotel in the evening to enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in the peaceful atmosphere of Nakuru town.

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 - Hell's Gate - Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, check out from Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Suites and drive toward Hell’s Gate National Park, famous for its dramatic cliffs, gorges, and geothermal scenery. Enjoy a guided cycling or walking safari through the park, where you can spot zebras, gazelles, and giraffes up close in a stunning natural setting. Visit the famous Fischer’s Tower and explore the scenic geothermal areas before heading to Lake Naivasha. Later in the afternoon, check in at Eseriani Resort Naivasha for relaxation. Unwind in the tranquil garden setting or take an optional stroll by the lake before dinner and overnight stay at the resort.

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:

Eseriani Resort

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Naivasha - Crescent Island - Nairobi

After breakfast, check out from Eseriani Resort Naivasha and head to Lake Naivasha for a peaceful boat ride across its calm waters. Spot hippos, pelicans, and fish eagles as you glide along the lakeshore. Disembark at Crescent Island Sanctuary for a guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes, enjoying the open savannah scenery. After exploring the island, begin your journey back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon. Your driver-guide will drop you off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of an unforgettable 5-day safari adventure through Kenya’s spectacular landscapes and wildlife parks.

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.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.