5 Day Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara Safari

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$600

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Honeymoon & Romantic Getaways, Photography & Film Tours, Safari Tours

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Overview

This 5-day Kenya safari is an unforgettable journey through some of the country’s most iconic landscapes — from the shimmering freshwater of Lake Naivasha, alive with hippos and exotic birds, to the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park, and finally the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, home of the Big Five safari in Kenya and the dramatic Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October).

Designed for travelers seeking both comfort and adventure, this safari offers a blend of luxury tented camps, Kenya safari lodges, and exclusive game-viewing experiences. Whether you’re traveling as a couple, family, group of friends, or on a private safari in Kenya, this itinerary delivers the perfect balance of wildlife, culture, and scenic beauty.

Expect breathtaking game drives, boat safaris, cultural encounters, and picturesque sundowners, all under the guidance of a professional safari driver-guide. By the end of this trip, you’ll have witnessed the heart of Kenya’s safari circuit and stayed in some of the best Kenya safari lodges.

Included/Exclude

Park fees(For non-residents)
All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)

International flights(From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Tour Plan

Day 1: Nairobi – Lake Naivasha

Morning pick-up from Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by your driver-guide.
Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley escarpment, with a stopover at a viewpoint for photos.
Arrive at Lake Naivasha in time for lunch at your lodge.
Afternoon options:
- Boat safari to spot hippos, kingfishers, pelicans, and African fish eagles.
- Visit Crescent Island Sanctuary for a guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.
Evening relaxation at your Lake Naivasha lodge or luxury tented camp, with views of the lake and surrounding acacia forests.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru National Park

Early breakfast and short transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park.
Enjoy a full day of game drives in Nakuru, famous for:
- Endangered black and white rhinos.
- Thousands of flamingos, pelicans, and other bird species.
- Lions, leopards, buffalo, Rothschild’s giraffes, and waterbucks.
Picnic lunch or lodge lunch inside the park.
Visit Baboon Cliff viewpoint for stunning lake panoramas.
Dinner and overnight stay in one of the best Kenya safari lodges within or near the park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve

Breakfast and drive to the Maasai Mara National Reserve, passing through scenic farmlands and rolling hills.
Arrive in time for lunch at your luxury Kenya safari tented camp or lodge.
Afternoon game drive across the Mara plains — first chance to encounter elephants, giraffes, lions, and cheetahs.
Dinner and overnight in a Maasai Mara safari lodge or tented camp, set against the backdrop of the African wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Full-Day Safari in Maasai Mara

Early breakfast followed by a full-day safari with picnic lunch.
Explore the Mara’s rolling grasslands in search of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo).
Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration if traveling between July and October — one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife events.
Optional: Visit a Maasai village to experience authentic Maasai culture, traditions, and beadwork.
Return to your camp/lodge for sundowners, dinner, and starlit overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner