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5-Day Luxury Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara
This whirlwind safari tour of Kenya's Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha and Masai Mara National Reserve is ideal for those looking for an add-on safari adventure as part of a longer Kenya holiday, or for those who call East Africa home and are looking for a short getaway with amazing game viewing. Enjoy morning, evening and night game drives, flocks of pink flamingos, prowling predators on the Mara, bush walks with Masaai warriors and luxury accommodation in the best safari lodges.
Tour Summary
You'll go to Kenya
You'll visit Nairobi, Lake Nakuru NP, Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara NR
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi - Getting there
Tour Features
Luxury+ tour
This luxury+ tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be run exclusively for you. Transfers and game drives at private camps will be shared.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Minimum age of 12 years
The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
This operator can book your international flights help
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
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| 1 |
The Cliff
Luxury+ tented camp inside Lake Nakuru NP
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All Meals Included |
| 2 |
Mundui House
Luxury hotel in or near Lake Naivasha
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All Meals Included |
| 3-4 |
Saruni Mara
Luxury+ lodge bordering Masai Mara NR without fences
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All Meals Included |
| 5 |
End of tour
(No accommodation)
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Breakfast Included |
Arrival
(See Getting there for more details)- You'll be collected from the airport.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1 Arrive in Nairobi & Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park
Welcome to Kenya. You'll arrive into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, where you'll be met by a representative and transferred in a private 4x4 safari vehicle (journey time between two and three hours) to The Cliff safari camp in Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya's best national parks.
Noted for its year-round natural beauty, featuring rocky escarpments and pockets of acacia trees, Lake Nakuru National Park is home to both black and white rhinos, hippos, leopards, lions and endangered Rothschild giraffes. The park is named for Lake Nakuru, a soda lake nestled into the ancient Great Rift Valley and a feeding ground for thousands of flamingos.
You'll be staying at The Cliff, a luxury tented camp located on a rock face, offering incredible panoramic views over the lake. Head out on an evening game drive in an open-sided Land Cruiser, then relax by the infinity pool with a sundowner.
| Main Destination: | Lake Nakuru National Park |
Best Time to Visit
June to March best for wildlife viewing (Little rain) 
High Season
July to March (The park gets very busy) 
Best Weather
June to March (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Lake Nakuru National Park
Giraffe
Common
White Rhino
Common
Buffalo
Common
Zebra
Common
Hippo
Common
Black Rhino
Occasional
Lion
Occasional
Leopard
Occasional
Hyena
Occasional
Cheetah
Very Rare
Wildebeest
Rare
Wild Dog
Very Rare
Elephant
None
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| Accommodation: | The Cliff
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| Meals & Drinks: |
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Day 2 Explore Lake Nakuru & Transfer to Lake Naivasha
Start your morning with a dawn game drive around Lake Nakuru National Park, watching the sunrise colours light up the lake and watching wildlife come alive. The park is famous for birdwatching, with a huge collection of colourful species to spot, including the famous pink flamingos.
Next, you'll head to Lake Naivasha with a short transfer to your next accommodation, Mundui House. This picturesque hotel is located on the shore of Lake Oloiden within the ARR private wildlife conservancy, nestled in the volcanic hills and open grasslands on the western edge of Lake Naivasha in the Great Rift Valley. The lawns, which slope down to the lake shore, are a favourite hangout and grazing spot for warthog, antelope, zebra, giraffe, hippo, buffalo and many species of birds.
From here, you can explore the lakes and nearby conservancies, plus take trips to Hell’s Gate National Park or the Crater Lake (park and entrance fees are not included in this tour).
| Main Destination: | Lake Naivasha |
| Accommodation: | Mundui House
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Day 3 Explore Lake Naivasha & Transfer to Masai Mara
Today, you'll head to Loldia Airstrip, where you'll take a domestic flight to the Masai Mara, Kenya's superlative wildlife-watching destination. You'll be staying for two nights at Saruni Mara, a luxury property comprised of five elegant cottages, one family villa and one private villa. Tucked away in the Africa:Mara North Conservancy, a stay at Saruni Mara offers access to an exclusive, private wildlife concession bordering the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve.
Relax with a complimentary 30-minute back and neck massage at Saruni Mara's Wellbeing Space, then head out into the wilderness for a dusk safari, sundowners or even a night game drive.
| Main Destination: | Masai Mara National Reserve |
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Best Time to Visit
June to October and September to October
High Season
June to October and December to March
Best Weather
June to October (Sunny, but not too hot) Wildlife in Masai Mara National Reserve
Elephant
Common
Giraffe
Common
Lion
Common
Cheetah
Common
Zebra
Abundant
Wildebeest
Abundant
Buffalo
Common
Hippo
Common
Hyena
Common
Leopard
Occasional
Black Rhino
Rare
Wild Dog
Very Rare
White Rhino
None
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| Accommodation: | Saruni Mara
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| Meals & Drinks: |
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Day 4 Explore the Masai Mara
Today, you'll spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara, home to Africa's Big Five and the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra (depending on the time of year you visit). Arguably the world's greatest safari destination, the Mara boasts thriving populations of zebra, impala, gazelle, wildebeest, buffalo and elephant on the plains; lions, leopards, hyenas and cheetahs on the prowl; plus hippos and crocodiles lurking in the Mara and Talek Rivers.
Explore the Mara with shared day and night game drives in 4x4 vehicles, guided bush walks led by Maasai warriors, bush meals, sundowners and picnic excursions.
| Main Destination: | Masai Mara National Reserve |
| Accommodation: | Saruni Mara
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| Meals & Drinks: |
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Day 5 Depart from Nairobi
Today, your whirlwind Kenya safari tour comes to an end. You'll take a domestic flight from Mara North to Wilson Airport, in Nairobi, then transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in plenty of time for your onward flight.
Why not extend your safari holiday to include more amazing wildlife destinations, such as Laikipia or Amboseli? Combine Kenya with Tanzania for even more safari activities or hop over to the paradise island of Zanzibar for beach relaxation.
Get in touch with our Luxury Travel Specialists to start planning your tailor-made trip.
| Main Destination: | Nairobi |
| Accommodation: | No accommodation |
| Meals & Drinks: |
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End of tour
(See Getting there for more details)- You'll be collected from the airport.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Important to Know
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- This tour must be paid in British Pounds (GBP). The ZAR rates shown are converted for information purposes only. Disclaimer
- This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.
- Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
Rates Per Person
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Start dates |
Solo 1 room
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2 people 1 room
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3 people 2 rooms
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4 people 2 rooms
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5 people 3 rooms
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6 people 3 rooms
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7+ people
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Jan 3, 2020 - Mar 31, 2020
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$3602
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$2572
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$2531
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$2359
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$2379
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$2293
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Apr 1, 2020 - May 31, 2020
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$3531
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$2521
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$2465
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$2313
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$2323
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$2242
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Jun 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2020
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$3602
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$2572
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$2531
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$2359
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$2379
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$2293
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Jul 1, 2020 - Oct 15, 2020
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$3921
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$2800
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$2770
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$2592
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$2618
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$2521
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Oct 16, 2020 - Oct 31, 2020
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$3602
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$2572
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$2531
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$2359
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$2379
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$2293
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Get Quote
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Nov 1, 2020 - Nov 30, 2020
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$3531
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$2521
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$2465
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$2313
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$2323
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$2242
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Get Quote
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Dec 1, 2020 - Dec 14, 2020
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$3602
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$2572
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$2531
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$2359
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$2379
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$2293
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Dec 15, 2020 - Dec 31, 2020
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$3992
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$2851
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$2820
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$2638
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$2663
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$2572
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N/A* = Not Available. This is Unavailable For Single Travelers.
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
This operator can book your international flights help
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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