Embark on a 4-day private safari in Kenya’s Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, and Lake Nakuru. Witness the Big Five, experience the Great Migration, and enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha.
Embark on a 4-day private safari in Kenya’s Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, and Lake Nakuru. Witness the Big Five, experience the Great Migration, and enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha.
Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve
Nairobi - Pickup from the airport or hotel at 07:30am. After a short briefing and all formalities, depart (260km) to Masai Mara, passing via the viewpoint of the western Great Rift Valley.
The Great Rift Valley View Point - A short stop for photos.
Mount Longonot National Park - Along the way, there…
Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve
Nairobi - Pickup from the airport or hotel at 07:30am. After a short briefing and all formalities, depart (260km) to Masai Mara, passing via the viewpoint of the western Great Rift Valley.
The Great Rift Valley View Point - A short stop for photos.
Mount Longonot National Park - Along the way, there is a chance to spot Mt. Longonot, which was once active but is now dormant. Lunch is served in Narok town at 12pm.
Maasai Mara National Reserve - The journey deepens into the Masai plains, arriving for check-in and lunch at the camp or lodge at 2:00pm. The first introductory game drive begins at 4pm, tracking the various animal species and birds that inhabit the area. The guide will spot wildlife and provide details on their behavior and way of life. Return to the camp or lodge at 06:30pm for a hot shower, dinner, and overnight stay.
Masai Mara National Reserve
Maasai Mara National Reserve - If not going for a balloon ride, the day starts with breakfast at the camp or lodge, and by 7:00am, guests leave for an extensive game drive. The aim is to see all of the Big 5 (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, and elephant). The landscape is scenic savannah grassland on rolling hills. The reserve is the best park for game in Kenya, with an extensive road and track network that allows for viewing and photography. A hot shower, dinner, and overnight stay at the camp or lodge follow.
Mara River - A game drive to the Mara River, the point of migration and a prime spot for crocodiles and hippopotamus, is always emphasized by the guides. Break for lunch and rest at the river.
Mara Triangle - An attempt to spot all of the Big Five.
Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru
Maasai Mara National Reserve - Early breakfast and checkout from the camp or lodge at 07:00am, with a game drive en route while exiting the park (if staying within the park). Lunch is served in Narok town at 12pm. There is a store where souvenirs can be purchased to remind guests of a great holiday in Mara.
Lake Nakuru National Park - After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its scenic landscapes and diverse wildlife. Look out for rhinos, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and flamingos along the shores of Lake Nakuru. Continue exploring the park before returning to the lodge for relaxation and dinner.
Lake Nakuru - Lake Naivasha - Hell’s Gate - Nairobi
Lake Naivasha - There is an option to walk on Crescent Island while enjoying a boat ride at Lake Naivasha. Note that gratuities are given to the boat drivers when visiting the island (~30 USD per person). Rothschild’s Giraffe, Black and White Rhino, Waterbuck, Reedbuck, Lion, Buffalo, Leopard, Baboon, and several other species of plains game can be seen. After lunch, proceed to Nairobi, arriving back at around 5pm, where guests can be dropped off at the airport, hotel, or Airbnb.
Hell’s Gate National Park - After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha for Nairobi, with a stop at Hell’s Gate National Park. Enjoy the park’s dramatic cliffs, gorges, and wildlife, including zebras, giraffes, and buffalo. Optional activities such as bicycle riding, rock climbing, or a guided walking safari are available at an additional cost.

- Transport in a safari-modified vehicle, including hotel/airport transfers
- All park entrance fees covered
- Full board accommodation option
- Meals provided: lunch, dinner, and breakfast
- Transport in a safari-modified vehicle, including hotel/airport transfers
- All park entrance fees covered
- Full board accommodation option
- Meals provided: lunch, dinner, and breakfast
- Optional: Boat ride ($30 p/p), Cultural village visit ($20 p/p)
- Optional: Boat ride ($30 p/p), Cultural village visit ($20 p/p)
Explore the wonders of Masai Mara, Hell’s Gate, and Lake Nakuru on a 4-day private tour starting from Nairobi, with convenient transfers from the city’s airport and hotels. Venture into the heart of the African plains and embark on daily game drives through the park. Encounter the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo, and Rhino, along with…
Explore the wonders of Masai Mara, Hell’s Gate, and Lake Nakuru on a 4-day private tour starting from Nairobi, with convenient transfers from the city’s airport and hotels. Venture into the heart of the African plains and embark on daily game drives through the park. Encounter the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo, and Rhino, along with numerous other mammals and birds in the Masai Mara plains. Keep an eye out for animals that appear at dusk, and observe hippos and crocodiles along the Mara River. Witness the breathtaking Great Migration in the park. Delight in the sight of flamingos and White Rhinos at Lake Nakuru National Park. Opt for an enjoyable boat ride at Lake Naivasha.
Accommodation:
- Based on the tour option selected at the time of booking (standard, superior, luxury)
Transport:
- Based on the tour option selected at the time of booking (minivan or jeep 4x4)
Optional extra activities:
- Hot air balloon ride in Masai Mara
- Visit to a Maasai community
- Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island, including a boat ride and walking tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.