Adventure Safaris Classic Wildlife Safari
5 Days Wildlife Safari – Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara
- 5 days / 4 nights
- Nairobi → 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 spectacular wildlife on a five-day safari combining Lake Nakuru National Park and the world-famous Maasai Mara. Enjoy scenic landscapes, guided game drives, opportunities to see rhinos and giraffes, and exciting searches for lions, elephants, buffaloes and other iconic African wildlife.
This safari is ideal for travellers seeking a memorable wildlife experience with time to explore two of Kenya’s most celebrated national parks and reserves.
- Lake Nakuru wildlife and birdwatching.
- Rhino and Rothschild's giraffe sightings.
- Scenic Rift Valley landscapes.
- Maasai Mara Big Five game drives.
- Seasonal Great Migration viewing.
- Guided safari drives and wildlife photography.
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day1
Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park
Depart Nairobi after breakfast and travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley, stopping at a viewpoint if time allows. Arrive near Lake Nakuru around lunchtime, depending on road conditions.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive if time and park entry arrangements permit. Look out for rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and birdlife. -
Day2
Full-Day Lake Nakuru National Park
Spend the day exploring Lake Nakuru National Park on guided game drives through its woodland, grassland and lakeside habitats.
Search for white and black rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and a variety of bird species. Enjoy scenic viewpoints and photography stops along the way. Flamingo numbers vary with lake conditions. -
Day3
Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart for the Maasai Mara, travelling through the scenic Kenyan countryside and Great Rift Valley region.
Arrive at your lodge or camp around lunchtime, depending on road conditions. After check-in, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the Mara's expansive plains in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, antelopes and other wildlife. -
Day4
Full-Day Maasai Mara National Reserve
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the Maasai Mara, one of Africa's celebrated wildlife destinations.
Look for the Big Five and other wildlife while exploring the reserve's open grasslands and riverine habitats. Depending on the season, you may witness parts of the Great Migration. Optional experiences include a hot-air balloon safari or a Maasai cultural visit. -
Day5
Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Enjoy breakfast before departing for Nairobi. An optional early morning game drive may be possible if your departure time and package allow.
Travel back to Nairobi, arriving 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 · Classic Wildlife Safari · Kenya
Safari Lodges & Tented Camps
Stay in comfortable safari lodges or tented camps near Lake Nakuru and the Maasai Mara. The suggested allocation is two nights near Lake Nakuru and two nights in or near the Maasai Mara. Specific properties depend on the selected comfort level, travel dates and availability.
Route map
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