5-Day Masai Mara/Nakuru/Naivasha Budget Safari

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

Nairobi - Masai Mara

Your adventure kicks off with a morning departure from Nairobi, heading through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley. Enjoy a scenic drive with stops for photography and panoramic views. You’ll arrive in the Masai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch at your camp. After a brief rest, embark on your first afternoon game drive across the iconic plains. Expect to see elephants, lions, cheetahs, antelopes, and possibly a leopard lounging in a tree. As the sun sets, return to your Camp for dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the African wild.

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:

Budget camping

• Just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara

Today offers a full day of exhilarating wildlife encounters. For an unforgettable experience, begin your day with an optional hot air balloon safari at dawn. Float silently above the savannah as the sun rises, watching herds of wildlife from above, followed by a bush-style champagne breakfast. The rest of the day will be spent exploring different areas of the reserve with both morning and afternoon game drives. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot in the park and continue your search for the Big Five. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru

Start the day with a very early visit to a Maasai village, where you'll experience traditional dances, learn about their customs, and gain cultural insights. After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and begin your journey toward Nakuru. On the way, stop at Lake Naivasha for an optional boat ride among hippos and birds, and a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, home to giraffes, zebras, and gazelles in an unfenced sanctuary. After this relaxing lakeside experience, continue to Nakuru town, arriving in the evening for dinner and overnight at your Camp.

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 National Park - Lake Naivasha

Spend the morning on a game drive inside Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its flamingo-lined shores and thriving rhino population. You may also spot lions, leopards, buffaloes, and an abundance of birdlife. After the game drive and lunch, depart for Lake Naivasha for a peaceful afternoon at your lakeside lodge. Enjoy some downtime and take in the scenic beauty before dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Leisure Apex Resort

• Budget hotel located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Hell's Gate National Park - Nairobi

After an early breakfast, proceed to Hell’s Gate National Park for an adventurous morning. The park offers a unique opportunity to explore on foot or rent bicycles to cycle alongside zebras and giraffes. For the more adventurous, an optional guided walk down the gorge allows you to witness dramatic rock formations, hot springs, and towering cliffs featured in films like The Lion King. After a thrilling morning, enjoy lunch and begin your drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel or at the airport, concluding your incredible 5-day safari journey.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

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.