5-Day Kenya Safari: Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru





Offered by Buffalo Plains Adventures

Once-in-a-lifetime Experience
This safari includes exclusive access to private conservancies and top-rated guides.
Fully Inclusive
Accommodation, meals, transport, and park fees are all included in the price.
About this safari
Experience a five-day safari through some of the most memorable landscapes and wildlife areas in Kenya, with a route covering Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha. The journey combines classic game drives, cultural discovery, lakeside scenery and time to appreciate the dramatic Great Rift Valley landscapes. In Maasai Mara, enjoy game drives across a renowned wildlife setting while searching for the Big Five and observing the region’s diverse natural scenery. The safari also includes a cultural Maasai Mara village visit, offering a chance to experience local traditions as part of the journey. At Lake Nakuru, continue with game drives focused on wildlife and the area’s distinctive birdlife, including flamingos. These experiences create a balanced itinerary for travellers who want both rewarding wildlife viewing and meaningful cultural encounters. The route also includes Lake Naivasha, where boat rides add a different perspective to the safari. Alongside the lakes, open landscapes and Great Rift Valley views provide memorable scenery between activities. Each day brings a combination of guided exploration, wildlife observation and time in distinctive natural environments. Accommodation is provided as listed, with meals as indicated throughout the package. Drinking water is available in the vehicle, and all game drives are included with a professional safari guide. Park entrance fees are also covered, helping create a straightforward safari experience from the start of the route to its final lakeside activities. This five-day trip is well suited to travellers seeking a compact safari that brings together the Big Five, flamingos, birdlife, game drives, a Maasai cultural visit and boat rides. From the open wildlife areas of Maasai Mara to the shores of Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha, the journey showcases varied scenery and experiences within one carefully structured safari package.
Day-by-day Itinerary
D1Day 1
Maasai Mara National Reserve • Osero Lodge
Day 1
Maasai Mara National Reserve • Osero Lodge
Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Your safari adventure begins with a pick-up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, your Nairobi hotel, or residence. Meet your professional driver-guide and depart for the world-famous Maasai Mara, enjoying scenic views of the Great Rift Valley along the way. Arrive in time for lunch, check in at your lodge or camp, and head out for an afternoon game drive in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other fascinating wildlife before returning for dinner and an overnight stay.
D2Day 2
Maasai Mara National Reserve • Osero Lodge
Day 2
Maasai Mara National Reserve • Osero Lodge
Pricing by season & group size
Year Round
Year-round
| Season | 2 people |
|---|---|
Year Round Year-round | £2,204 |
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Operators are thoroughly vetted and must maintain active licenses from their country of operations.
