5-Day Masai Mara-Lake Nakuru & Naivasha Midrange Safari
On this 5-day Kenya safari, you’ll travel from the sweeping savannahs of the Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru’s pink-hued flamingo shores and the calm, reflective waters of Lake Naivasha. Each destination paints a vivid scene—roaring lions, elegant giraffes, and hippos bobbing beneath the surface. It’s more than a journey; it’s a rekindling of awe. By the time you return, Kenya’s wild rhythm will echo in your soul.
Masai Mara
- lake Nakuru
- lake Naivasha
Your journey begins as Nairobi’s bustle gives way to the wide-open embrace of the savannah. In the heart of the Masai Mara, golden plains pulse with movement—antelopes bounding, zebras grazing, and elephants roaming the horizon. An afternoon game drive awakens every sense—the earthy scent of dry grass, the distant grunt of buffalo, the thrill of the unknown. As dusk drapes the landscape in soft light, you'll retreat to your lodge, where the sounds of the wild lull you into dreamland.
You'll rise before dawn as the Mara stirs to life, the soft pink sky framing a lone lioness on the move. This is the Mara at her most majestic—thundering wildebeest, elusive leopards slipping through the brush, and graceful giraffes silhouetted against the horizon. You'll pause midday for a picnic beneath a flat-topped acacia, where the breeze whispers through the grass and zebra herds meander nearby.
After breakfast and check-out, you'll visit a traditional Maasai village, where vibrant attire, rhythmic dances, and time-honored customs offer a window into their remarkable way of life. Then, you'll journey north to the sparkling shores of Lake Nakuru, a sanctuary of shimmering waters and flamingos painting the shoreline in pink. As you traverse acacia woodlands and open grasslands, keep watch for rhinos, elusive tree-climbing lions, and the elegant Rothschild’s giraffe. As sunset spills gold over the lake, birdsong fills the air—reminding you that here, nature leads.
You'll make your way to the tranquil shores of Lake Naivasha, where a peaceful boat ride carries you across glassy waters as hippos yawn nearby and fish eagles soar overhead.
Optional: Step onto Crescent Island for a guided walking safari—no fences, just open space and grazing wildlife. For the adventurous, an optional cycling tour through Hell’s Gate promises dramatic cliffs, geothermal steam vents, and heart-pounding scenery.
Your final morning unfolds in peaceful stillness. Birds dart through the trees as you enjoy your coffee by the lake, the cool breeze carrying whispers of the wild. You'll take one last, deep breath of this untamed serenity before journeying back to Nairobi—your heart full of memories, wonder, and the quiet wisdom only nature can give
Inclusions
- 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
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals
- (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water
- (On all days)
Exclusions
- International flights
- (From/to home)
- 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
- Some meals
- (As specified in the day-by-day section)