5 Days Express Kenya Safari covers the Great Rift Valley Lakes as well as the Masai Mara National Reserve. Visiting Masai Mara National Reserve & Lake Nakuru National Park increases your chances of seeing the big five and the famous Black & White Rhino and enjoy a boat ride in Lake Naivasha.
Rates Per Person Sharing
| Dates | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax |
| 2nd Jan – 31st Mar | $1,480 | $1,290 | $1,190 | $1,140 | $1,090 |
| 1st Apr – 31st May | $1,360 | $1,170 | $1,070 | $1,020 | $970 |
| 1st Jun – 30th Jun | $1,480 | $1,290 | $1,190 | $1,140 | $1,090 |
| 1st Jul – 31st Oct | $2,040 | $1,810 | $1,700 | $1,620 | $1,580 |
| 1st Nov – 21st Dec | $1,700 | $1,510 | $1,410 | $1,360 | $1,310 |
| 22nd Dec – 1st Jan | $2,040 | $1,810 | $1,700 | $1,620 | $1,580 |
5 Days Taste of Kenya Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve
Depart Nairobi for Masai Mara National Reserve in the morning. For approximately 5-6 hours you will be skirting around Mount Suswa and Narok town. First highlight of the journey is the glimpse of East Africa’s Great Rift Valley. Covering approximately 7000kms, the valley runs from Lebanon in Asia to Mozambique in South East Asia. You will arrive at your camp in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive to explore the Masai Mara.
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge (4 Star Lodge bordering Masai Mara National Reserve)
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve
You’ll have an early morning breakfast then proceed to the park for a full day game drive with packed lunch in search of wildlife. Masai Mara National Reserve is famous for The Big Five animals (Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Rhinos and Buffalo). What amazes travelers in this reserve is the annual migration of wildebeests. The animals shift on July and return on November and is among the seventh wonder of the world. The park has the largest concentration of African lions, including the black-maned lion. Bird life is in plenty as wildlife at the Mara, which boasts over 400 different bird species.
Optional Extra Activities: Hot Air Balloon Safari ($450 Per Person), Authentic Maasai Village & Community Visit ($25 Per Person)
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge (4 Star Lodge bordering Masai Mara National Reserve)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
Rise up for an early breakfast and later on embark on your journey to Lake Nakuru National Park arriving in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru National Park is a standpoint and harbor for watching more than 400 species of birds in rift valley. As you visit the lake, game animals are in large numbers. Hippos, buffalos and many species of birds are unstoppable. Flamingos are prominently notable just like in Lake Naivasha. Nakuru National Park is home to few remaining Rhinos in Kenya. The Park also offers great sightseeing of larger predators like the lions and Leopards.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge (4 Star Lodge located close to the park)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha Crescent Island
After breakfast drive to Lake Naivasha Crescent Island for an approximate of 1 hour. Upon arrival you will embark on a mid morning boat ride and guided walk at the Crescent Island. Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake found in the great rift valley of Kenya. It has a dense population of animals such as hippos and several species of birds. Crescent Island is home to a number of bird species, which include the fish eagle, herons, crakes, cranes and more. The Island is also home to a number of wildlife that includes zebras, giraffes, waterbucks, Impalas, Kongoni among other animals.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort (A lovely 3 Star resort located near Lake Naivasha)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Lake Naivasha – Nairobi
After breakfast depart for Nairobi arriving later in the afternoon. Depending on your flight details, you can organize with your guide for a Nairobi City Tour there after a transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your home bound flight.
Meals: Breakfast
5 Days Taste of Kenya Safari Package Include
- Accommodation & Meals as Per Itinerary in Entry Level Hotel Rooms
- Transport in 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser with Pop Up Roof for Easy Game Viewing
- Extensive Game Drives with a Professional English Speaking Tour Guide / Driver
- All Park Entry Fees as Per Itinerary
- Enough Bottled Drinking Water
Excluded
- International Flights
- 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
Notes
- This Safari Starts and Ends in Nairobi
- Recommended Flights (Arrival 05-08 hrs EAT, Departure 20-24 hrs EAT)
- This Safari Itinerary is Fully Customizable. Go to Plan My Safari to Plan Your Own Itinerary)