Adventure Safaris Big Five Safari Adventure
5 Days Big Five Safari – Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara
- 5 days / 4 nights
- airobi → Ol Pejeta Conservancy → Lake Nakuru National Park → Maasai Mara National Reserve → Nairobi
- Group: 2–6 people
- 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser with Pop-Up Roof
Overview
Discover Kenya’s remarkable wildlife on a five-day Big Five safari through Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park and the Maasai Mara. Explore Ol Pejeta’s renowned rhino conservation areas, search for rhinos and giraffes around Lake Nakuru, and enjoy thrilling game drives across the Mara’s famous grasslands.
This adventure combines conservation experiences, diverse wildlife habitats and classic African safari scenery.
- Ol Pejeta rhino conservation.
- Big Five wildlife viewing.
- Lake Nakuru rhinos and birdlife.
- Maasai Mara game drives.
- Lions, elephants, buffaloes and leopards.
- Seasonal Great Migration viewing.
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day1
Nairobi – Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Depart Nairobi after breakfast and travel north through Kenya's scenic highlands to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Arrive around lunchtime, depending on road conditions, followed by an afternoon game drive.
Search for rhinos, elephants, zebras, giraffes and other wildlife. Optional conservation experiences may be available with advance arrangements. -
Day2
Ol Pejeta – Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, drive south towards Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel through Kenya's highlands and Rift Valley region.
After arrival and lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive if time and park entry arrangements allow. Look for rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and diverse birdlife. -
Day3
Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve
Enjoy breakfast before departing for the Maasai Mara. Travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley region and rural Kenyan landscapes.
Arrive at your lodge or camp around lunchtime or later, depending on road conditions. If time permits, enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes and other wildlife. -
Day4
Full-Day Maasai Mara National Reserve
Spend the day exploring the Maasai Mara on morning and afternoon game drives. Search for the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino—while discovering the reserve's expansive grasslands and riverine habitats.
Depending on the season, you may witness parts of the Great Migration. Optional activities include a hot-air balloon safari or a Maasai cultural visit. -
Day5
Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Enjoy breakfast before beginning the journey back to Nairobi. An optional early morning game drive may be possible if your departure schedule allows.
Arrive in Nairobi later in the day, depending on road and traffic conditions. Drop-off can be arranged at your hotel, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or another agreed location.
What’s included
Included
Not included
Where you’ll stay

4 nights · Big Five Wildlife Safari · Kenya
Safari Lodges & Tented Camps
Stay in comfortable safari lodges or tented camps near Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park and the Maasai Mara. Suggested allocation is one night near Ol Pejeta, one near Lake Nakuru and two in or near the Maasai Mara. Specific properties depend on your selected comfort level, travel dates and availability.
Route map
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