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5 Days Mara and Nakuru Combo
Safari 5 Days / 4 Nights Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha

5 Days Mara and Nakuru Combo

The two best parks in the Rift, back to back

Duration 5 Days / 4 Nights
Departs from Nairobi or Nakuru
Group size 2 – 7 people
Activity level Easy

This is the classic Kenyan Rift Valley circuit and the itinerary we recommend to first-time visitors with a week to spend. You get three nights in the Mara for serious big cat time, a full day in Lake Nakuru, and a relaxed final night at Naivasha.

The driving between parks is scenic rather than punishing, with the Rift Valley escarpment viewpoint on the Nairobi-Naivasha road as a stop.

Upgrades to luxury camps and a fly-in return from the Mara are both available.

Where you'll go

Day by day

  1. Depart early through the Rift Valley escarpment with a viewpoint stop. Arrive in the Mara for lunch, then an afternoon game drive to get oriented in the reserve.

    Lunch, Dinner Mid-range tented camp
  2. A full day exploring the reserve with a picnic lunch, covering the marsh, the river and the open plains. Optional balloon safari at dawn or a Maasai village visit in the afternoon.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Mid-range tented camp
  3. Morning game drive, breakfast, then depart the Mara for Lake Nakuru. Arrive in the afternoon for an evening game drive in the park before checking in.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Lodge near Lake Nakuru
  4. Morning game drive in Lake Nakuru focused on the rhino sanctuary and the flamingo shoreline. After lunch, transfer to Lake Naivasha and check into your lakeside lodge with the afternoon free.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Lakeside lodge, Naivasha
  5. A morning boat ride on Lake Naivasha among the hippos, followed by breakfast and checkout. Depart for Nairobi or Nakuru, arriving early afternoon.

    Breakfast Not applicable

What's included

Included

  • 4x4 safari land cruiser with pop-up roof throughout
  • Professional driver guide
  • 4 nights full board accommodation
  • All park and conservancy entry fees
  • Naivasha boat ride
  • Bottled water throughout
  • Flying Doctors evacuation cover

Not included

  • International flights and visas
  • Travel insurance
  • Balloon safari
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Tips and personal expenses

What travellers said

Booked the five day Mara and Nakuru combo for my parents visiting from abroad. Communication before the trip was clear, the quote had no hidden costs, and the vehicle was in excellent condition. They saw all of the big five.

James K. Nairobi

Where you might stay

Accommodation is flexible — these are properties we book in the areas this tour visits. Tell us your preference and we'll quote accordingly.

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