5-Day Safari in Kenya

How do you feel about spending your vacation among lions, buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, flamingos, and a bunch of other African wild animals? These are the highlights of this 5-day safari that starts in Nairobi. We'll visit the Masai Mara Reserve, Lake Nakuru, and Aberdare National Park.

5-Day Safari in Kenya

Day 1: Nairobi - Aberdare National Park

At 8 am we'll pick you up at your hotel in Nairobi and leave for Aberdare National Park. This nature reserve is known for its lush landscape at an altitude of more than 4000 meters (13,125 feet) above sea level. We will try to spot local lions, leopards, buffaloes, and baboons as well as rarer species like the African golden cat or bongo antelope. After the safari, we will head to the hotel for the rest of the day free to eat and rest.

Day 2: Aberdare National Park - Lake Nakuru

After breakfast, we'll visit Lake Nakuru with a four-hour drive. After lunch at the lodge, we will explore Lake Nakuru, known for its flamingos and pelicans, and also for white and black rhinos. We will return to the hotel for dinner.

Day 3: Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara

After breakfast, we will head to the Masai Mara National Reserve. After a minibus ride with views of Mount Longonot, we will arrive at the camp for lunch before a safari to see giraffes, elephants, monkeys, leopards, lions, and gazelles. Dinner will be served at the camp.

Day 4: Maasai Mara

The morning is free, with an optional hot air balloon ride recommended. If not, we will take a ground safari exploring the region. We will see zebras, wildebeest, hippos, crocodiles, and learn about the local tribe. A picnic lunch will be included. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

Day 5: Maasai Mara - Nairobi

On the last day, after breakfast, we will depart Maasai Mara and head towards Nairobi, arriving around 2 pm for drop-off at your accommodation or the airport.

Accommodation

The safari includes 4 nights of accommodation:

Aberdare National Park: 5-star Ark Lodge or similarLake Nakuru: 3-star Lanet Matfam Resort or similarMasai Mara: 3-star Mara Springs Camp or similar

Hot-air balloon ride over Maasai Mara

For an incredible experience on the fourth day, consider a hot air balloon ride over Maasai Mara to watch the sunrise above this natural reserve.