Safaris
5 Days Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha Budget Safari
The quintessential Kenya safari trio: Big Five in the Mara, rhinos in Nakuru, and walking with wild game on Crescent Island.
- 5 Days / 4 Nights
- USD 1,140.00 pp (Was $1,640.00 • Deposit $228.00)
- Year-round
Overview
What this trip is
Experience three of Kenya's most famous wilderness sanctuaries in one seamless 5-day journey. From the endless grasslands of the Masai Mara to the bird haven and rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru, and concluding with a peaceful boat excursion and walking safari among plains game on Crescent Island in Lake Naivasha.
Departure: 07:00 AM from Nairobi on Day 1
Highlights
- 2 nights exploring the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve and Great Migration plains
- Lake Nakuru game drives with black and white rhinos and rare Rothschild's giraffes
- Boat ride on Lake Naivasha and unique walking safari on Crescent Island Game Sanctuary
- Views of Mount Longonot, the Great Rift Valley escarpment, and Makalia Falls
- Comfortable en-suite lodge and tented camp accommodations
Wildlife you may see
- Lions, Cheetahs & Leopards
- Elephants & Buffaloes
- Black & White Rhinos
- Flamingos & Pelicans
- Giraffes & Zebras
- Hippos & Waterbucks
- Wildebeests & Gazelles
Itinerary
Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara Game Reserve
07:00 AM departure from Nairobi, stopping at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint. Arrive at Masai Mara in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive until sunset. Dinner and overnight at Mara Ntulele Camp.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Mara Ntulele Camp (or similar)
Day 2
Masai Mara Full Day Game Viewing
06:00 AM early morning pre-breakfast game drive. Return to camp for breakfast, followed by further exploration of the reserve in search of the Big Five. Enjoy lunch at the lodge, an optional Maasai cultural village visit, and a late afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Mara Ntulele.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Mara Ntulele Camp (or similar)
Day 3
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru
Early morning pre-breakfast game drive in the Mara. After breakfast, depart for Nakuru with picnic lunch en-route, admiring Mt. Longonot and Lake Naivasha from the highway. Dinner and overnight at Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort.
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Stay: Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort (or similar)
Day 4
Lake Nakuru National Park to Lake Naivasha
Morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park spotting flamingos, pelicans, white rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, and Makalia Falls. After lunch, drive to Lake Naivasha. Dinner and overnight at Naipanoi Resort Naivasha.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Naipanoi Resort Naivasha (or similar)
Day 5
Lake Naivasha Crescent Island Boat Safari — Return to Nairobi
After breakfast, embark on a scenic boat excursion to Crescent Island Private Game Sanctuary for a guided walking safari amongst zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and waterbucks. Lunch in Naivasha, then drive back to Nairobi arriving in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Included
- Customized 7-seater Safari Van with pop-up roof and guaranteed window seats
- All applicable park and conservancy entrance fees
- Private en-suite accommodations throughout
- Three meals a day while on safari
- Boat ride to Crescent Island and guided walking safari
- Airport / Hotel transfers in Nairobi
- Professional Safari Guide / Driver
- Guaranteed departures for 2 or more guests
- Bottled mineral drinking water
Not included
- Personal expenses (laundry, calls, souvenirs)
- Alcoholic and non-included beverages
- Gratuities for guide and lodge staff
- Visa fees for Kenya
- Optional Maasai village visit ($25–$30 USD)
Good to know
- Deposit: $228.00 per item / person.
- Suitable for families, couples, and photography enthusiasts.
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