Kenya · Safari

5-Day Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara Safari through the Great Rift Valley

5 Days Round trip from Kenya Easy pace

Experience a luxurious accommodation at Lake Nakuru

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Take in breathtaking views of the Great East African Rift Valley
02 Enjoy exhilarating game drives in Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara
03 Spot the Big Five alongside elephants, lions, hippos, and giraffes
04 Discover Lake Nakuru's rich birdlife with more than 400 species
05 Immerse yourself in Maasai culture and traditions

Embark on a 5-day wildlife expedition to Lake Nakuru National Park and Masai Mara Game Reserve, two of Kenya's most renowned safari destinations. Travel through the Great Rift Valley and enjoy daily game drives across dramatic African plains in search of the Big Five, diverse mammals, and abundant birdlife. Along the way, take in views of Mt. Longonot, explore habitats rich in rhinos and leopards, and experience the landscapes that make this region one of Africa's classic safari circuits.

Travel through the Great Rift Valley and enjoy daily game drives across dramatic African plains in search of the Big Five, diverse mammals, and abundant birdlife.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Longonot

Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Nairobi and Optional City Exploration

Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, a representative will greet you and transfer you to Panafric Hotel in Nairobi for an overnight stay.
Depending on your arrival schedule, you may opt for a Nairobi City Tour or a game drive at Nairobi National Park.

Accommodation: Ole Sereni Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Day 02

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park Safari

After breakfast, depart Nairobi for Lake Nakuru National Park, stopping briefly at a viewpoint to take in the stunning views of Mt. Longonot and the Rift Valley.
Upon arrival at Lake Nakuru, go on a game drive before breaking for lunch. After lunch, you can join another optional game drive.
Lake Nakuru is famous for its diverse birdlife, with over 400 species, and is home to animals such as black and white rhinos, buffalo, leopards, and various monkeys.

Accommodation: Sarova Woodland Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 03

Great Rift Valley Drive to Masai Mara

Following breakfast, drive through the picturesque Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara Game Reserve, part of the expansive Serengeti ecosystem and known for the great wildebeest migration.
After lunch at your lodge, you can relax before embarking on an afternoon game drive, where you may encounter a variety of large mammals.

Accommodation: Mara Sopa Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 04

Full-Day Wildlife Viewing in Masai Mara

Spend the day in Masai Mara Game Reserve searching for big cats and witnessing the famous migration.
All five members of the Big Five can be found here, along with large herds of zebras and various other animals.
Bird enthusiasts will enjoy spotting over 400 species, including colorful vultures and eagles.

Accommodation: Mara Sopa Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 05

Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

If you are not taking the optional hot air balloon ride, begin with morning tea or coffee followed by a game drive to spot grazing animals and elusive leopards.
Return to the lodge for breakfast, with the option to visit a local Maasai village for an additional charge. Depart Masai Mara by road and arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, with lunch along the way.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

Note:

At Warm and Wild Safaris, we highlight the importance of trees. For every traveler with us in Kenya, we plant a tree in their name. Since 2017, we have planted around 5,000 trees to help combat carbon emissions and promote reforestation.