Mateo GarcíaSept 2026
Our driver-guide was patient, funny and incredibly knowledgeable. The kids loved every minute.
Bestseller 1 / 13Safari Tours · Kenya
THE RIFT VALLEY & MAASAI MARA SAFARI
4.7 · 11 reviewsDuration5 days / 4 nights
DestinationMasai Mara
From$1,295
Itinerary5 days planned
Overview
Discover Kenya’s spectacular landscapes and extraordinary wildlife on this five-day safari adventure through the Great Rift Valley and the world-famous Maasai Mara.
Experience thrilling game drives across the vast savannah plains of the Maasai Mara, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife. Explore Lake Nakuru, renowned for its birdlife, rhinos, and Rothschild’s giraffes, and enjoy a scenic boat ride on Lake Naivasha.
This rewarding safari combines wildlife encounters, breathtaking scenery, and cultural experiences, making it an ideal choice for travellers looking to discover Kenya in a short time.
With scheduled departures and a choice of tented camps or permanent lodges, this shared small-group safari is guaranteed for a minimum of two clients, subject to the applicable supplier terms.
Trip highlights
- Explore the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve.
- Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five.
- Visit a traditional Maasai village and experience local culture.
- Discover Lake Nakuru National Park and its diverse wildlife.
- Look out for flamingos, black and white rhinos, and Rothschild’s giraffes.
- Enjoy a scenic boat ride on Lake Naivasha.
- Travel through the beautiful landscapes of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley.
- Travel through the beautiful landscapes of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley.
Itinerary5 days
Day by day · 5 days
- 🏨 Nairobi hotel as per the selected option🍽 Bed and breakfast
Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Check-in is from approximately 2:00 p.m. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing after your journey or arranging an optional excursion, depending on your arrival time.
- 🏨 Maasai Mara camp or lodge, as per the selected option🍽 As specified in the confirmed accommodation package
After breakfast, depart Nairobi at approximately 7:30 a.m. and travel towards Kenya’s fertile highlands before descending the dramatic Great Rift Valley Escarpment.
Along the way, enjoy scenic views and pass the chapel built at the foot of the escarpment, as well as the Longonot Earth Satellite Station. Continue across the Rift Valley towards Narok, the gateway to Maasailand.
Proceed through expansive landscapes of wheat and barley fields before arriving at the Maasai Mara in time for lunch.
After lunch, head out for your first afternoon game drive, exploring the reserve in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.
Return to your lodge or camp as the sun sets.
- Approximate drive time: 3–5.5 hours, depending on accommodation
- 🏨 Maasai Mara camp or lodge, as per the selected option🍽 As specified in the confirmed accommodation package
After an early breakfast, depart for a morning game drive across the spectacular plains of the Maasai Mara.
Enjoy opportunities to observe wildlife in its natural habitat before returning to the camp or lodge in the mid-morning.
After lunch and some time to relax, head out for an afternoon game drive, followed by a visit to a traditional Maasai village for a cultural experience.
Return to your accommodation at sunset for dinner and overnight.
- 🏨 Lake Nakuru or Lake Elementaita accommodation, as per the selected option🍽 As specified in the confirmed accommodation package
After breakfast, depart the Maasai Mara and travel north through the scenic landscapes of Maasailand.
Pass through Narok and continue across the expansive Rift Valley plains, where you may spot giraffes, gazelles, and other wildlife along the way.
Arrive at Lake Nakuru around midday. After entering the park or designated conservancy, enjoy wildlife viewing en route to your lodge.
Following lunch and a period of relaxation, head out for an afternoon game drive.
Lake Nakuru is famous for its rich birdlife and offers opportunities to see flamingos when seasonal conditions are favourable. The park is also home to black and white rhinos and the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe.
Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight.
- Approximate drive time: 3–5 hours, depending on accommodation
- 🍽 Breakfast
After an early breakfast, proceed to Lake Naivasha for a scenic boat ride.
Enjoy the lake’s tranquil surroundings and look out for hippos and a variety of waterbirds.
After the boat ride, leave the Rift Valley behind and travel back to Nairobi.
Arrive in the city in the late morning, with drop-off at the designated city-centre point at approximately 1:30 p.m., subject to road conditions and the day's arrangements.
End of safari services.
Please arrange departing flights from approximately 4:30 p.m. onwards to allow sufficient time for the return journey and airport check-in.
- Approximate drive time: 3 hours
Accommodation Options
he following accommodation options are provided in the original supplier itinerary. Final combinations should be confirmed when booking.
| Stay | Accommodation options |
|---|---|
| Day 1: Nairobi | Nairobi Serena Hotel · Eka Hotel · Ole-Sereni Hotel · Hilton Garden Inn Hotel |
| Days 2–3: Maasai Mara | Mara Serena Lodge · Keekorok Lodge · Movenpick Hotel & Residencies · Mara Sopa Lodge · Mara Sentrim Camp · Mara Maisha Camp |
| Day 4: Lake Nakuru / Lake Elementaita | Lake Elementaita Serena Camp · Nakuru Lodge · Nakuru Sopa Lodge · Elementaita Sentrim Camp · Flamingo Hill Tented Camp · Mara Sentrim Camp or Mara Maisha Camp, as listed in the source itinerary |
Accommodation is subject to availability and confirmation of the selected package option.
Package Inclusions
- Meet-and-greet services.
- Shared airport transfers by safari minibus or mini-coach.
- Four nights’ accommodation at the selected properties.
- All meals from breakfast on Day 2 through breakfast on Day 5, as specified in the original package.
- Shared safari transport and game drives in a 4×4 vehicle with a pop-up roof.
- Maximum of six passengers per safari vehicle.
- Guaranteed window seat.
- English-speaking or bilingual driver-guide, with French, German, Italian, or Spanish available subject to arrangement and availability.
- Filtered drinking water in the safari vehicle. Guests should bring their own refillable water bottles.
- Applicable park entry and conservation fees.
- Government taxes and VAT, as specified in the original package.
Package Exclusions
- Visa fees.
- Airport taxes not included in the package.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Drinks not included in the accommodation package.
- Optional activities and excursions not specified under inclusions.
- Seasonal supplements.
- International and domestic flights unless specifically included in the confirmed quotation.
- Travel insurance and personal expenses.
- Any services not expressly listed under package inclusions.
Important Information
- The advertised price is from £1,295 per person and should be reconfirmed against the travel dates, selected accommodation, room occupancy, and current supplier rates.
- Scheduled departures operate on the days specified by the supplier, currently listed as Sunday, Tuesday, and Saturday.
- The safari is guaranteed for a minimum of two clients, subject to the applicable supplier terms.
- Private safari arrangements and combinations with other travel services can be requested at an additional cost.
- Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
- Flamingo sightings depend on seasonal and environmental conditions.
- Drive times are approximate and may vary due to road conditions, accommodation location, and wildlife-viewing stops.
- Accommodation options and the final itinerary are subject to availability and supplier confirmation.
- Clients should confirm departure dates, transfers, accommodation, and flight timings before booking.
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Reviews
4.7
11 reviews
Kamau NjorogeAug 2026
The itinerary was well paced — enough time at each stop without ever feeling rushed.
Chebet KipronoJul 2026
Everything was perfectly organised from pick-up to drop-off. We would book again without hesitation.
Mutua MusyokaJul 2026
Beautiful destinations and good food. Slightly long drive on one day, otherwise excellent.
Moraa NyabokeJun 2026
The itinerary was well paced — enough time at each stop without ever feeling rushed.
Otieno OdhiamboMay 2026
Absolutely unforgettable. Our guide knew exactly where to find the animals and the lodges were spotless.