This 5-day safari gives you a focused chance to spot the Big Five in two of Kenya’s top wildlife destinations. Start at Lake Nakuru, home to rhinos, flamingos, and tree-climbing lions, before continuing to the Masai Mara, where endless savannahs teem with predators, elephants, and seasonal migration herds. With three full days in the Mara, your chances of witnessing dramatic wildlife interactions and checking off all five iconic species are high. This itinerary is perfect for travelers with limited time who don’t want to compromise on wildlife experiences.
Pricing Options
| Standard Option | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | SRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 April-31May 2025 01 Nov-22 Dec | $1472 $1934 | $1264 $1684 | $1159 $1559 | $1097 $1484 | $1055 $1400 | $146 $117 |
| 02.Jan-31Mar,01.June-30.Jun,01.Nov-21.Dec | $1678 | $1418 | $1288 | $1209 | $1130 | $147 |
| 01 July-31 Oct,22nd Dec-01 Jan | $2366 | $2084 | $1944 | $1859 | $1760 | $207 |
| Mid Range Option | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | SRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 April-31May 2025 01 Nov-22 Dec | $1509 $1884 | $1301 $1676 | $1197 $1572 | $1134 $1509 | $1066 $1432 | $238 $238 |
| 02.Jan-31Mar,01.June-30.Jun,01.Nov-21.Dec | $1759 | $1499 | $1369 | $1291 | $1209 | $143 |
| 01 July-31 Oct,22nd Dec-01 Jan | $2375 | $2094 | $1953 | $1869 | $1769 | $230 |
| Luxury Option | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | SRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 April-31May 2025 01 Nov-22 Dec | $2619 $1884 | $2410 $1676 | $2306 $1572 | $2244 $1509 | $2149 $1432 | $325 $238 |
| 02.Jan-31Mar,01.June-30.Jun,01.Nov-21.Dec | $3313 | $3052 | $2922 | $2844 | $2725 | $290 |
| 01 July-31 Oct,22nd Dec-01 Jan | $3800 | $3519 | $3378 | $3294 | $3160 | $330 |
Hotel or JKIA
1 Hours Before Departure Time
Your safari begins with a morning pick-up in Nairobi. You’ll drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley (approx. 3 hours) and arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in the park, known for its white and black rhinos, flamingos, Rothschild giraffes, and chances to see lions and leopards. The lake and acacia woodlands provide a beautiful setting for a relaxing but exciting first day.
Accommodation Options
Standard:Midland Hotel
Mid Range:Flamingo Hill Camp
Luxury:The Cliff
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast and a short morning game drive (optional), depart for Masai Mara (approx. 5–6 hours). Travel through the Rift Valley and arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch. Later in the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in the Mara, one of Africa’s richest wildlife ecosystems. Expect sightings of elephants, buffalo, zebras, and potentially lions before sunset.
Standard:AA Lodge Mara
Mid Range:Mara Chui Camp
Luxury: Mara Crossing Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy two full days of game drives in Masai Mara, one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. You’ll traverse the plains in search of predators and witness the incredible abundance of wildlife. Optional activities include a hot air balloon safari and a visit to a Maasai village. You may also opt for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch for deeper exploration of the park.
Standard:AA Lodge Mara
Mid Range:Mara Chui Camp
Luxury: Mara Crossing Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a relaxed breakfast and an optional early morning game drive, begin your journey back to Nairobi (approx. 5–6 hours). Arrive in the afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Big Five safari adventure.
Meals: Breakfast
