5 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Hell’s Gate & Lake Naivasha Safari

5 Days Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Hell’s Gate & Lake Naivasha Safari

(Budget Camping / Midrange / Luxury Options Available)
Operated by SafeRide Safaris – Kenya’s Trusted Safari Experts

⭐ Safari Highlights

This 5-day Kenya safari blends breathtaking wildlife encounters, scenic Rift Valley landscapes, and immersive adventure. Designed for international travelers, it features:

🦁 Masai Mara National Reserve

Home of the Big Five, world-famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration and year-round predator action.

🦩 Lake Nakuru National Park

Known for millions of flamingos, endangered black & white rhinos, and the Rothschild’s giraffe.

🚴 Hell’s Gate National Park

Kenya’s only walking & cycling wildlife park—perfect for active travelers and photographers.

🛶 Lake Naivasha

Freshwater lake with hippos, birds, and relaxing boat rides ideal for families and couples.

This itinerary is perfect for:
✔ First-time safari travelers from the US/UK
✔ German adventure seekers (hiking/cycling activities)
✔ Chinese travelers wanting photography spots & luxury options
✔ Couples, families, and small groups

🗺️ DETAILED DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

Day 1: Nairobi → Lake Nakuru National Park

Your Kenya safari begins with an 8:00 AM pickup from your Nairobi hotel. Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley Viewpoint before entering Lake Nakuru National Park.

🦓 Highlights of the Day

• Game drive around the alkaline lake famous for flamingos

• Spot buffalo, zebras, lions, baboons & waterbucks

• Visit the rhino sanctuary to see white and black rhinos

• Look for the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe

• Ideal for photographers (Chinese & German travelers love this stop)

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Budget camp / Midrange lodge / Luxury lodge

Day 2: Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, journey to the world-renowned Masai Mara, arriving in time for lunch.

🐾 Afternoon Game Drive

• Explore the vast 700 sq miles of savannah

• Look out for lions, elephants, giraffes & plains game

• View the Oloololo Escarpment

• Sunset game drive — perfect for UK photographers & Chinese travelers

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Safari camp or luxury lodge

Day 3: Full-Day Masai Mara Game Drive

Spend the day exploring Kenya’s most wildlife-rich ecosystem.

🦁 What You’ll See

• Lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants & hyenas

• Seasonal Great Migration (July–October)

• Hundreds of bird species including colorful bee-eaters

• Optional Maasai cultural village visit (popular with US/UK travelers)

A picnic lunch is served at a scenic viewpoint overlooking the Mara River.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Safari camp or luxury lodge

Day 4: Masai Mara → Lake Naivasha (Boat Safari)

After breakfast, drive to Lake Naivasha.

🛶 Afternoon Activities

• Enjoy a boat ride to see hippos up close

• Spot fish eagles, herons, pelicans & more

• Optional nature walk on Crescent Island (extra cost)

• Excellent for honeymooners and nature lovers

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp / Lodge

Day 5: Hell’s Gate National Park → Nairobi

After breakfast, visit Hell’s Gate National Park, one of Kenya’s most dramatic landscapes.

🚴 Choose Your Adventure

• Walking or cycling alongside zebras & antelopes

• Explore Hell’s Gate Gorge

• See Fischer’s Tower and volcanic formations

• View Olkaria Geothermal Station’s steam plumes

Return to Nairobi, arriving around 16:00. Drop-off at your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

✔️ What’s Included

• Shared transport in a safari minivan (upgrade to 4x4 on request)

• Full-board accommodation (all meals)

• All park entrance fees

• Bottled drinking water

• Boat ride at Lake Naivasha

• Walking/Cycling at Hell’s Gate

• Professional English-speaking safari guide

• Vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free meals available

❌ Not Included

• Tips & personal items

• Optional activities (Maasai village, Crescent Island walk)

• Alcoholic & soft drinks

• Nairobi hotel (available on request)

💲 Pricing (Per Person – Budget / Midrange / Luxury)

FAQs

1. Is this safari suitable for families and older travelers?

Yes, the itinerary is designed to suit families, seniors, and first-time safari guests.

2. When is the best time to do this 5-day safari?

Year-round. July–October is best for the Great Migration.

3. Can I upgrade to a private 4x4 Land Cruiser?

Yes, private safaris are available on request.

4. Are special diets available?

Vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and Chinese meal options are available.

5. Do German/Chinese-speaking guides exist?

Yes, multilingual guides are available at an extra cost.