Overview

A classic Kenya safari circuit links Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and Maasai Mara National Reserve into a diverse, well-paced journey through the Rift Valley. It typically begins at Lake Naivasha, where travelers enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with boat rides among hippos, rich birdlife, and even walking safaris, before heading to Lake Nakuru, a compact park renowned for its strong population of white and black rhinos and seasonal flamingos along the lake shore. The experience then builds toward the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s premier wildlife reserve, known for its vast open plains, abundant predators, and the chance to see the Big Five, as well as the dramatic Great Migration during peak season (July to October). Together, these destinations offer a balanced safari combining scenic landscapes, accessible wildlife viewing, and iconic African game experiences.

Highlights

Boat safari on Lake Naivasha with hippos and fish eagles
Walking safari among giraffes and zebras (Crescent Island)
Cycling or hiking in Hell’s Gate National Park
Rhino sightings (white & black) in Lake Nakuru
Flamingos along Nakuru’s shoreline (seasonal)
Scenic viewpoints like Baboon Cliff
Big Five game drives in the Maasai Mara
Sunrise/sunset savannah landscapes and photography opportunities

Day 01 :

Nairobi to Lake Naivasha

Pick up from the Airport or Nairobi Accommodation then head for the Great Rift Valley lakes.

Get the chance to soak in the beautiful views as we descend to the great escarpment with a possible stop over. Arrive in time for lunch. In the afternoon, you will have a boat safari followed by a walking safari in lake Naivasha. While at the lodge, you will be able to relax and enjoy wildlife viewing right from your room balcony, paradise on earth.

Optional Activity Hells Gate National Park:- Hiking, Bike riding, rock climbing, game viewing walking safari.

Day 02 :

Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru

After breakfast proceed with check our of your lodge then proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park, with a game drive en route. Have lunch and then relax.

At 4:00 pm, head out for the evening game drive. The park is home to hundreds of rhinos, both black and white, and other wildlife. Here you will also get to enjoy hundreds of thousands of flamingoes that form a stunning beautiful deep pink band around the edge of the lake shore. After the game drive, we will head back to the lodge/camp to freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared dinner.

Day 03 :

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara

After breakfast, proceed with check out, and head out for a morning game drive within the park. You will later drive to Masai Mara. Between July and October, things get busy in the Great Rift Valley. Millions of zebra and wildebeest make the perilous crossing across the Masai Mara in search of new grazing territory. In their wake comes a veritable horde of predators. You'll arrive in time for lunch and then have time to relax from the drive. At 4 O'clock head out for an evening game drive in search of wildlife. You'll return to lodge/camp for dinner and your overnight stay.

Day 04 :

Masai Mara

After breakfast, leave with packed lunch head out for a full day game drive within the park.

Masai Mara is renowned for the spectacular great migration that takes place in July through to October. During this period you get to enjoy the wildebeest crossing as they are being hunted by the crocodiles while land predators await them in the mainland. You can spot all of the big five (Lion, leopard, rhino, elephant & cape buffalo at any time of the year.

Day 05 :

Masai Mara to Nairobi

Depending on your travel details, you will arrange your departure from Masai Mara with your guide. Optional maasai village tour before departure. You will be transferred to your Nairobi location or to the airport for your fight home.