5-Day Best of Kenya Safari Experience

Lake Nakuru

Highlights

This 5-day safari combines some of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife and scenic destinations, including the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Lake Naivasha. Guests will enjoy abundant wildlife, including the Big Five, flamingos, giraffes, and hippos, along with breathtaking landscapes. The itinerary balances game drives, relaxation, and comfortable lodges, making it ideal for first-time safari goers or travelers with limited time.

Details Itinerary

Depart Nairobi early in the morning and drive southwest to the Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving around midday. After lunch at your lodge or camp, embark on an afternoon game drive in this world-famous reserve. The Mara is home to the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous bird species. Enjoy the dramatic savanna landscapes and capture memorable wildlife photography during the golden hour. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation Options:

Standard Option:Ol Moran Tented Camp

Mid Range Option:Mara Sopa Lodge

Luxury Option:Fairmont Mara

Spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Start early to catch the predators at their most active and enjoy sightings of lions, leopards, and cheetahs. A picnic lunch can be arranged in the park to maximize wildlife viewing time. The afternoon game drive takes you through riverine forests and open plains where elephants, buffaloes, and other wildlife roam freely. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation Options:

Standard Option:Ol Moran Tented Camp

Mid Range Option:Mara Sopa Lodge

Luxury Option:Fairmont Mara

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and drive towards Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, then enjoy an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is famous for its flamingos, as well as white and black rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and waterbucks. Photograph the stunning lake and surrounding landscapes before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation Options:

Standard Option:Merica Hotel

Mid Range Option:Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

Luxury Option:The Cliff

After breakfast, drive from Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha, stopping along the way for scenic photos of the Rift Valley. Arrive at Lake Naivasha and enjoy a boat ride to see hippos, a variety of bird species, and the scenic lake environment. You may also visit Crescent Island for a walking safari among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Return to your lodge for lunch, then relax or enjoy optional activities such as cycling or guided nature walks. Dinner and overnight stay are at the lodge.

Accommodation Options:

Standard Option:Eseriani Hotel

Mid Range Option:Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge

Luxury Option:Great Rift Valley Lodge

Begin the day with an optional early morning boat ride or nature walk around the lake. After breakfast, check out of your lodge and drive back to Nairobi, stopping en route for scenic photos or lunch. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon for airport transfer or hotel drop-off, concluding your memorable Best of Kenya Safari.

Pricing

Standard Option2 Pax3 Pax4 Pax5 Pax6 PaxSRS
01 April-31st May, 01 Nov-Dec 22 2026$1303$1123$1033$979$943$110
02 Jan-31 Mar, 01 Jun-30th Jun 2026$1775$1550$1438$1370$1325$149
01 July-31 Oct, 22nd Dec-01 Jan 2026$1856$1613$1492$1419$1370$176
Mid Range Options
01 April-31st May, 01 Nov-Dec 22 2026$1651$1426$1314$1246$1201$166
02 Jan-31 Mar, 01 Jun-30th Jun 2026$2290$2008$1868$1783$1727$339
01 July-31 Oct, 22nd Dec-01 Jan 2026$2730$2426$2274$2183$2122$332
Luxury Options
01 April-31st May, 01 Nov-Dec 22 2026$2986$2671$2514$2419$2356$771
02 Jan-31 Mar, 01 Jun-30th Jun 2026$3426$3156$3021$2940$2886$961
01 July-31 Oct, 22nd Dec-01 Jan 2026$4068$3765$3613$3522$3461$1253

Itinerary Inclusions & Excludes

Inclusions :

  • Accommodation in lodges or camps with meals

  • Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

  • Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver

  • Park entrance fees for Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Lake Naivasha

  • Daily game drives and boat rides as per itinerary

  • Bottled water during game drives

Excludes :

  • International or domestic flights to Nairobi

  • Travel insurance

  • Personal expenses such as tips, souvenirs, or phone calls

  • Alcoholic and soft drinks

  • Optional activities not mentioned, including hot-air balloon rides or cultural visits

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