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Explore Masai Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha Private
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Safari Summary
Everything you need to judge this tour properly
Use this first section to sense-check route strength, price, and core trip facts before you move into the full itinerary, inclusions, and booking details.
Quick Answer
What this safari actually gives you
This safari includes 5 days in Lake Naivasha in Kenya from $1,176 per person, with accommodation, transport, and planning context laid out clearly so you can judge whether the trip fits your dates, budget, and safari priorities before you enquire.
Safari Details
5-Day Explore Masai Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha Private itinerary and trip highlights
Review the full 5-Day Explore Masai Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha Private itinerary, including route planning, park sequence, accommodation rhythm, what's included, and key booking details for travelers comparing 5-day safari, covering Lake Naivasha, in Kenya, from $1,176 per person.
Explore three of Kenya's destinations. Masai Mara is home to the "Big Five" (elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos and buffalo) and also zebras, antelopes, hyenas, giraffes, African lions including black-maned lions. Lake Nakuru's biggest attraction is undoubtedly its huge flamingo population, which can swell to more than 1.5 million at times. Lake Naivasha is a beautiful freshwater lake in Kenya which lies just northwest of Nairobi.
Why this route feels stronger than a standard package
Explore Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara
Safari Route & Parks
Geographical coverage, park sequence, and how the itinerary unfolds across different safari areas.
Explore three of Kenya's destinations. Masai Mara is home to the "Big Five" (elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos and buffalo) and also zebras, antelopes, hyenas, giraffes, African lions including black-maned lions. Lake Nakuru's biggest attraction is undoubtedly its huge flamingo population, which can swell to more than 1.5 million at times. Lake Naivasha is a beautiful freshwater lake in Kenya which lies just northwest of Nairobi.
Duration & Accommodation Rhythm
How many days, how the itinerary paces, and what accommodation experience you'll have each night.
5 day safari. This usually gives enough time to balance wildlife viewing with manageable transfer days.
What's Included & Excluded
Breakdown of meals, activities, accommodation, transport, and what travelers budget separately.
Usually included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
- Park entrance fees
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Meals as specified
- Bottled water during game drives
Usually excluded
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
Pricing & Budget Context
Cost breakdown, per-person rates, seasonal pricing, and value proposition of this safari route.
Indicative pricing starts from $1,176 per person. Final cost depends on season, rooming, transport style, and what is included on the route.
Safari Fit Guide
Is this the right safari for you?
We break down the trip pace, who it suits, and what the route really feels like so you can decide if it aligns with your travel style.
Who This Safari Is For
- Travelers who want enough time for the route to feel rewarding rather than rushed.
- Price-aware travelers who still want a serious safari route instead of the cheapest possible itinerary.
Considerations
- Travelers who want to avoid most overland transfers and prefer a fully fly-in structure.
Route Pace at a Glance
Pace
Balanced route with 5 days.
Drive Times
Expect practical road movement between one or two strong wildlife areas rather than constant long transfers.
Accommodation Style
Practical safari lodges or camps focused on route value rather than luxury extras.
Day-By-Day Itinerary
How the route unfolds on the ground
Read this section for the actual rhythm of the safari, not just the list of stops. It helps you judge how much time goes into game drives, transfers, lodge downtime, and overall route flow.
Day Day 1
Day 1 Exploration
Arrival (See Getting There for more details) - Arrival (See Getting There for more details): You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day Day 2
Day 2 Exploration
Day 1 - Nairobi -Masai Mara National Reserve: Your safari will kick start with a pickup from your hotel in Nairobi. Your day will begin at about 7:30 am depending on your pick up location. Heading out towards the day’s destination, the drive to Masai Mara will be covered in about 6 hours. Along the way you will have a small stopover at the viewpoint to see the great depression of the Rift Valley. You will reach Masai Mara National Reserve by noon, just in time for lunch at the camp. You will then have an afternoon game drive.
Day Day 3
Day 3 Exploration
Day 2 - Masai Mara National Reserve: After an early breakfast with a picnic lunch, you will spend a full day exploring this unique park which forms the northern part of the famous Serengeti National Park. You have the chance to visit the Mara River that's at the border of Masai Mara and the famous Serengeti National Park where there is concentration of many animals especially at the time you will be traveling. All meals and your overnight stay will be at the the camp.
Day Day 4
Day 4 Exploration
Day 3 - Masai Mara National Park - Lake Nakuru National Park: After early breakfast optional visit masai village and boat ride on the way to Nakuru afterwards, depart to Lake Nakuru with a picnic lunch on the way arriving in the evening. There is no evening game drive. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at Buraha Zenoni Resort.
Day Day 5
Day 5 Exploration
Day 4 - Lake Nakuru National Park - Lake Naivasha: After an early breakfast, spend the morning in Lake Nakuru National Park where you have a chance to see flamingos among other birds (about 350 species recorded). This is also home to the black and the white rhinoceros. The park has also been established for the protection of endangered species such as rhinos and is also home to Columbus monkeys, leopards, giraffes, and a variety of plain antelope. Afterwards, depart to nearby Lake Naivasha with a picnic lunch on the way. You'll have an optional evening boat ride on Crescent Island. Later, have dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Chambai safari.
Day Day 6
Day 6 Exploration
Day 5 - Lake Naivasha - Nairobi: After an early breakfast, proceed to Hells Gate National Park where you will have a chance to visit the Geothermal Power Plant in Ol Karia and the Hot Springs. This is the only park that allows transport by walking and cycling. There is an optional visit to Cresent Island for a boat ride where you watch hippos and other wild animals. Later, have lunch and after lunch depart to Nairobi arriving at 5:00 pm for a drop off at your hotel.
Day Day 7
Day 7 Exploration
End of tour (See Getting There for more details) - End of tour (See Getting There for more details): Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Pricing Guide
Compare the rate properly before you enquire
Use these per-person rates to compare travel windows, group sizes, and any single-room uplift. The live estimator in the booking panel then helps you model your likely total more accurately.
| Travel Window | Rate per Person |
|---|---|
| Standard Rate | USD $1,176 per person |
Inclusions
What the safari price covers and what it does not
This is the practical budget section. Use it to separate the true trip cost from extras you may need to allow for separately.
Included in the rate
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
- Park entrance fees
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Meals as specified
- Bottled water during game drives
Budget for separately
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
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