5 Days Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha Budget Safari

Day 1: Nairobi

Morning pick-up from your hotel in Nairobi. Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley, stopping for panoramic views and photo opportunities. Arrive at Masai Mara Game Reserve in time for lunch and check-in. In the evening, enjoy your first game drive in one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations, where you may spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and more. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp. 

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Full Day in Masai Mara

Spend the day exploring the incredible landscapes of the Masai Mara, Kenya’s premier safari destination. Morning and afternoon game drives offer excellent chances to see the Big Five and other wildlife like wildebeest, zebras, cheetahs, and hyenas. The park’s riverine woodlands and sweeping plains provide perfect settings for breathtaking wildlife photography. Optional: Book a hot air balloon safari at sunrise for an unforgettable aerial view of the savannah. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru

After an early breakfast, begin your journey to Lake Nakuru. Optionally, visit a traditional Maasai village en route to learn about the culture, traditions, and lifestyle of this iconic Kenyan tribe. Arrive in Nakuru by evening for rest and relaxation. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha

Begin the day with a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, home to flamingos, pelicans, white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and more. Visit Baboon Cliff for stunning views of the lake and surrounding forest, and see Makalia Falls, a hidden gem in the park. After lunch, drive to nearby Lake Naivasha for dinner and rest. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Lake Naivasha – Nairobi

After breakfast, enjoy a serene boat ride on Lake Naivasha, followed by a guided walking safari on Crescent Island or horse riding at sanctuary Naivasha, where you can walk safely among animals such as zebras, giraffes, and antelopes. After lunch in Naivasha, return to Nairobi, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel in the evening.