The 5 Days Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha Safari is an exciting Kenya safari itinerary combining three of the country’s most remarkable wildlife and nature destinations. Your journey takes you through the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, the scenic Lake Nakuru National Park and the tranquil surroundings of Lake Naivasha. You will enjoy thrilling game drives, spectacular Great Rift Valley scenery, birdwatching opportunities and a relaxing boat experience on Lake Naivasha. The safari also gives you opportunities to see elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, rhinos and other wildlife in their natural habitats. This carefully designed Kenya wildlife safari is ideal for you if you want to experience some of Kenya’s most iconic landscapes and wildlife attractions within five memorable days.
Day 1: Transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Your Kenya safari begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi towards the spectacular Maasai Mara National Reserve. You will travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley, with an opportunity to stop at a viewpoint and admire the dramatic escarpment and surrounding countryside. Continue towards the Maasai Mara, enjoying views of rural communities, farms and changing landscapes along the way. Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch and take some time to relax before beginning your first afternoon game drive. During the safari, you will explore the open savannah in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and other wildlife. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and relaxation as you prepare for a full day of wildlife exploration.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Keekorok Lodge, Mara Sopa Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 2: Full-Day Maasai Mara Wildlife Safari
After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive across the magnificent Maasai Mara National Reserve. The reserve is one of Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destinations, offering extensive savannah landscapes and diverse habitats that support a remarkable variety of wildlife. You will explore different areas of the reserve with your experienced safari guide while searching for the Big Five, including lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhinoceros. Other wildlife you may encounter includes cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, wildebeest and numerous antelope species. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the day’s safari before continuing your exploration into the afternoon, when the changing light creates excellent conditions for wildlife photography. Return to your lodge or camp in the evening after an exciting day in the Kenyan wilderness.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Keekorok Lodge, Mara Sopa Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3: Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart the Maasai Mara and travel towards Lake Nakuru National Park in the Great Rift Valley. The journey provides beautiful views of Kenya’s countryside as you move from the expansive savannah plains of the Mara towards the landscapes surrounding Lake Nakuru. Arrive in the Lake Nakuru area and enjoy lunch before beginning your wildlife experience in the national park. Lake Nakuru is well known for its birdlife and is also home to rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, lions and other wildlife. During your game drive, you will explore areas around the lake and surrounding woodland while your guide helps you identify different animals and bird species. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the lake and its surrounding landscapes before proceeding to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, Lake Nakuru Lodge, Flamingo Hill Tented Camp
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha and Boat Safari
Begin the day with breakfast before enjoying a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. The early morning provides another opportunity to observe wildlife as you explore the park’s diverse habitats and scenic surroundings. After the game drive, depart Lake Nakuru and continue towards Lake Naivasha, travelling through the beautiful Great Rift Valley landscapes. Upon arrival at Lake Naivasha, enjoy lunch before embarking on a relaxing boat safari across the freshwater lake. During the boat ride, you may see hippos in the water and a variety of bird species around the shoreline and wetlands. Depending on your interests and the available time, you may also visit Crescent Island for a guided walking wildlife experience, where you can explore the landscape on foot in a controlled environment. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort, Naivasha Simba Lodge, Lake Naivasha Resort
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5: Lake Naivasha to Nairobi and Departure
Your final day begins with breakfast at your accommodation before preparing for the journey back to Nairobi. Depending on your departure schedule, you may enjoy a short morning nature experience around Lake Naivasha before leaving the area. The drive back to Nairobi takes you through the scenic Great Rift Valley, providing a final opportunity to appreciate Kenya’s beautiful landscapes. You will arrive in Nairobi in time for your onward travel arrangements, with an optional stop for lunch depending on your flight schedule. Your Silverback Tour representative will coordinate your transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or another agreed departure point. Before leaving Kenya, ensure that you have collected your luggage, personal belongings and souvenirs. Your 5 Days Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha Safari will then come to an end, leaving you with memorable experiences of Kenya’s wildlife, lakes and spectacular scenery.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch)
Included in the Safari
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the programme
- Transportation in a comfortable safari vehicle
- Services of a professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
- Game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Game drives in Lake Nakuru National Park
- Lake Naivasha boat safari
- Park entry fees for the scheduled safari activities
- Nairobi airport transfers where applicable
- Bottled drinking water during safari activities
- All scheduled road transfers between destinations
- Wildlife viewing and photography opportunities
- Applicable government taxes and service charges
Excluded from the Safari
- International and domestic flights unless specifically included
- Kenya visa and related travel documentation
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls and internet charges
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Optional activities such as Crescent Island walking safari unless specifically included
- Optional cultural experiences not mentioned in the itinerary
- Souvenirs and personal shopping
- Additional accommodation before or after the safari
- Any services not specifically listed under the inclusions.