Majestic Kenya Safaris

5-Day Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru NP, & Masai Mara NR Safari

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$1,500 pp (USD)

Overview

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Welcome to your 5-day safari adventure through some of Kenya’s best wildlife spots! This trip is perfect if you want to see lots of animals and beautiful African landscapes without spending a fortune.

You’ll start at Ol Pejeta, a special place that’s doing great work to save rhinos. It’s home to the last two northern white rhinos in the world! Next, you’ll visit Lake Nakuru, famous for its flamingos and other water birds. The lake is surrounded by forests and grasslands where you might spot rhinos, lions, and leopards.

Your trip ends with two nights in the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife areas. Here, you’ll have a good chance of seeing lions, elephants, giraffes, and many other animals. If you’re lucky and visit at the right time (usually July to October), you might even see the Great Migration – thousands of wildebeest and zebras moving across the plains.

You’ll be staying in nice, mid-range lodges and camps. They’re comfortable and often have great views, but they’re not super fancy. This means you get a real safari feel without the high price tag.

All your meals are included, and you’ll travel by car between places. This gives you a chance to see the changing landscapes and local life in Kenya. Your guide will be with you the whole time, sharing interesting facts about the animals and places you see.

Get ready for early mornings, exciting wildlife sightings, and evenings under the star-filled African sky. This safari packs a lot into five days, giving you a real taste of Kenya’s amazing wildlife and natural beauty!

Accommodations:

  • Ol Pejeta – Sweetwaters Serena Camp
  • L. Nakuru – Lake Nakuru Lodge
  • Masai Mara – Mara Sopa Lodge

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

    Travel Time: 3-4 Hour Drive

    Meals: Lunch & Dinner

    Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or the airport. Head north through the agricultural heartland of Kenya, with a stop at the equator for photos and a quick demonstration of the Coriolis effect. Arrive at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in time for lunch at Sweetwaters Serena Camp, your home for the night.

    This afternoon, set out on a game drive in the conservancy. Ol Pejeta is known for its successful rhino conservation programs, so keep an eye out for both black and white rhinos. You might also spot lions, elephants, and a variety of antelopes. Visit the chimpanzee sanctuary to learn about these rescued great apes. As daylight fades, return to camp for dinner and a restful night in your comfortable tented room, complete with en-suite bathroom and a private veranda overlooking the waterhole.

  • Day 2: Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park

    Travel Time: 3-4 Hour Drive

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Rise early for a morning game drive in Ol Pejeta. This is your chance to visit the northern white rhino enclosure and meet the last two of their kind on earth. Learn about the conservation efforts to save this subspecies. After breakfast, bid farewell to Ol Pejeta and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park.

    Arrive at Lake Nakuru Lodge in time for lunch. This comfortable lodge offers stunning views over the lake and surrounding park. In the afternoon, explore Lake Nakuru National Park. Famous for its flamingos, the lake also attracts a variety of other water birds. The park is home to both black and white rhinos, as well as the rare Rothschild's giraffe. Enjoy a sundowner at a scenic spot before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

  • Day 3: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

    Travel Time: 5-6 Hour Drive

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    After breakfast and a short morning game drive in Lake Nakuru, begin your journey to the world-famous Masai Mara. The drive takes you through the Great Rift Valley, offering spectacular views. Stop for lunch en route, arriving at your accommodation, Mara Sopa Lodge, in the late afternoon.

    Mara Sopa Lodge blends in with its surroundings and offers comfortable rooms with Maasai-inspired decor. If time allows, enjoy an evening game drive in the Masai Mara, known for its high concentration of big cats. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight, falling asleep to the sounds of the African bush.

  • Day 4: Full Day in the Masai Mara

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Today is dedicated to exploring the Masai Mara. After an early breakfast, head out for a full day of game viewing. Your skilled guide will take you to known wildlife hotspots, seeking out the "Big Five" - lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo - as well as cheetahs, hyenas, and numerous antelope species.

    If you're visiting during the Great Migration (typically July to October), you might witness the spectacular sight of thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the plains and rivers. Stop for a picnic lunch in a scenic, safe spot within the reserve. As the afternoon progresses, your guide will position you for a chance to witness a hunt or other exciting wildlife interactions.

    Return to Mara Sopa Lodge in the evening. Freshen up and then join other guests for dinner. You might choose to end your evening with stargazing, taking in the incredibly clear night sky far from city lights.

  • Day 5: Masai Mara to Nairobi

    Travel Time: 5-6 Hour Drive

    Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

    Make the most of your final morning with an early game drive. The cool dawn air often reveals predators returning from their night's hunting or herbivores gathering at waterholes. This last excursion is a chance to spot any animals you might have missed or to simply soak in the magic of the Mara one last time.

    Return to the lodge for breakfast and to pack up. Bid farewell to the Masai Mara as you begin your journey back to Nairobi. Your driver will stop at a scenic spot for a picnic lunch, allowing you a final glimpse of the stunning Rift Valley scenery. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, carrying memories of an incredible Kenyan safari adventure.

Accommodation

Sweetwater Serena camp
Wildlife Sweetwater's Serena
Views of the national park from the Lake Nakuru Lodge
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Mara Sopa Lodge

Rates

Season2 Pax3 Pax4 Pax5 Pax6 Pax
Jan - Jun$1900$1800$1700$1600$1500
Jul - Dec$2000$1900$1800$1700$1600

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Best safari experience ever! Saw the Big Five, learned about Maasai culture, and enjoyed delicious food. Amazing!

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Jennifer Lee

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David and Emily Johnson

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