5 Days / 4 Nights Kenya Safari Itinerary
1 Night Lake Naivasha, 1 Night Lake Nakuru & 2 Nights Maasai Mara
- Day01
Nairobi – Naivasha
Embark on an unforgettable 5 Days / 4 Nights safari adventure through some of Kenya's most iconic destinations. Your journey begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, heading towards the Great Rift Valley with a stop at the scenic Great Rift Valley Viewpoint for breathtaking views and photography. Continue to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the lake, where you can spot hippos and a variety of bird species, followed by an optional guided walking safari at Crescent Island among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay in Naivasha.
- Day02
Game Drive Enroute to Nakuru
After breakfast on the second day, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya's premier wildlife sanctuaries. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge and keep an eye out for rhinos, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and the park's famous birdlife. Following lunch and some relaxation, head out for an afternoon game drive to explore the park's diverse habitats and scenic viewpoints overlooking the lake. Dinner and overnight stay will be at your lodge within or near Lake Nakuru.
- Day03
Nakuru – Mara
On the third day, enjoy an early breakfast before departing for the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve. Travel through the beautiful landscapes of the Rift Valley and arrive in time for lunch at your safari camp or lodge. After settling in, embark on an afternoon game drive across the vast Mara plains, home to an abundance of wildlife including elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, and countless plains game. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and your first overnight stay in the Maasai Mara.
- Day04
Full Day Mara Experience
The fourth day is dedicated to a full-day safari experience in the Maasai Mara. After an early breakfast, set out with packed lunch for an extensive game drive through different sections of the reserve. Visit the famous Mara River, where hippos and crocodiles thrive and where the dramatic wildebeest migration crossings occur during the migration season. Throughout the day, enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing and photography opportunities while learning about the reserve's rich ecosystem from your guide. Guests may also choose to visit a traditional Maasai village for a cultural experience. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and your second overnight stay in the Maasai Mara.
- Day05
Mara – Nairobi
On the fifth and final day, enjoy breakfast while taking in the final views of the African wilderness before checking out of the lodge. Begin the return journey to Nairobi, passing through picturesque landscapes and local communities along the way. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel, residence, or the airport, concluding a memorable safari that combines the tranquility of Lake Naivasha, the wildlife-rich landscapes of Lake Nakuru, and the unmatched safari experience of the Maasai Mara.
- ✓Return transport from Nairobi in a safari vehicle
- ✓Professional driver-guide services
- ✓Accommodation for 4 nights
- ✓Meals as specified
- ✓Boat ride on Lake Naivasha
- ✓Game drives in Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara
- ✓Bottled drinking water during the safari
- ✓Park entry fees
- ✕Maasai village visit fees
- ✕Optional activities
- ✕Personal expenses
- ✕Travel insurance
- ✕Tips
- ✕Beverages not included in the meal plan