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5-Day Nakuru-Mara Safari
Naivasha, Kenya, Nakur
Duration: 5 days
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Rhodes Tours & Travel Africa
$3,320
Deposit: $664

About your trip

Embark on a breathtaking journey through some of Kenya’s most iconic landscapes. Begin your adventure at Lake Naivasha, a serene freshwater lake where you can enjoy boat rides alongside hippos and spot a variety of birdlife and giraffes on Crescent Island. Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its stunning flamingos, rhinos, and the rare Rothschild giraffe. End your safari in the legendary Maasai Mara, home to the Big Five and the spectacular Great Migration (seasonal), where endless savannahs and rich Maasai culture create unforgettable moments

What's included

Airport transfers

All accommodations

All meals

Drinking water on safari

All activities indicated

Professional guide

All Park fees

Transport in a 4X4

Land Cruiser

Guided game drives

What's not included

Any extra activity

(not mentioned)

Personal items

(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc

Tips and Gratuities

Day 1

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En-route Lake Naivasha

After your breakfast, depart Nairobi in the morning and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha.


Activities:

Enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the lake, spotting hippos and diverse birdlife


Go on a walking safari at Crescent Island, where animals roam freely without predators.


In the afternoon, explore Hell’s Gate National Park with an optional bike ride through dramatic gorges and volcanic terrain. 


Overnight: A lodge or camp by the lakeside.

Day 2

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Lake Naivasha en-route Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru, known for its stunning birdlife and rhino sanctuary.


Activities:

After lunch at the lodge. Embark on an afternoon game drive to spot white and black rhinos, flamingos, buffalo, zebras, and Rothschild giraffes

Overnight: Lodge or camp inside or near Lake Nakuru National Park.

Day 3

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Lake Nakuru en-route Maasai Mara (Nashulai Conservancy)

Set off early for the iconic Maasai Mara, arriving in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive.


Activities:

Enjoy a game drive in Nashulai Conservancy, a community-led wildlife sanctuary bordering the Maasai Mara, offering a more exclusive, low-impact safari experience

Overnight: Eco-camp or lodge in or near Nashulai Conservancy

Day 4

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Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Spend the full day exploring the vast Maasai Mara Reserve, renowned for its wildlife abundance.


Activities:

Full-day game drive with a picnic lunch in the wild


Spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and if in season, catch the Great Migration (July–October)

Overnight: Same lodge/camp as Day 3

Day 5

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Maasai Village Visit – Return to Nairobi

After breakfast, visit a traditional Maasai village for a cultural experience.

Activities:


Learn about Maasai traditions, dances, and daily life


Depart for Nairobi, with a stop-over for lunch, arriving in the late afternoon or evening for airport/hotel drop off.

About your organizer

At Rhodes Tours and Travel Africa, we craft more than just trips; we create meaningful connections with Kenya’s people, wildlife, and landscapes. Every journey we offer is rooted in storytelling, authenticity, and respect for the land. As a proudly sustainable tourism company, we are committed to uplifting local communities and protecting the natural world, ensuring that every adventure leaves a positive impact long after the journey ends.

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