5 Days 4 Nights Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Luxury Safari

5 Day Naivasha Nakuru Masai Mara Luxury Safari Overview

Experience three contrasting Kenyan destinations on this 5-day Naivasha, Nakuru, Masai Mara luxury safari from Nairobi. Begin beside Lake Naivasha with a boat safari, a Crescent Island nature walk, and a Hell’s Gate experience before continuing to Lake Nakuru for rhino-focused wildlife viewing. The journey then finishes with two nights in the Masai Mara, including an afternoon game drive and a complete wildlife day.

This is a private luxury lodge and tented-camp safari with a customized 4×4 Land Cruiser dedicated exclusively to your party. This package includes four nights of selected luxury accommodation, standard park and reserve fees, scheduled activities, meals listed in the itinerary, and professional driver-guide services.

The itinerary works particularly well for couples, honeymooners, families and private groups who want a short Kenya safari without sacrificing accommodation quality, vehicle comfort or the variety of experiences.

Safari Highlights

• 5 days / 4 nights from Nairobi
• 1 night at Lake Naivasha
• 1 night at Lake Nakuru
• 2 nights in the Masai Mara
• Private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser
• Lake Naivasha boat safari
• Crescent Island guided nature walk
• Hell’s Gate National Park experience
• Lake Nakuru rhino and wildlife viewing
• Masai Mara afternoon game drive
• Full-day Masai Mara game drive
• Selected luxury lodges and tented camp
• Standard park and reserve fees included
• Meals as listed in the itinerary
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Bottled drinking water
• Private Nairobi pickup and drop-off
• Kenyan Citizen, Resident and Non-Resident rates available
• Optional hot-air balloon and special-occasion experiences

Safari at a Glance

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Destinations: Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara
Start & End: Nairobi
Safari Style: Private Luxury Lodge & Tented-Camp Safari
Vehicle: Private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser
Lake Naivasha: 1 Night
Lake Nakuru: 1 Night
Masai Mara: 2 Nights
Naivasha Activities: Boat safari + Crescent Island guided walk
Hell’s Gate: Included
Accommodation: Selected luxury lodges and tented camp
Meals: As listed in the itinerary
Park Fees: Included for the standard confirmed itinerary
Starting Price: From USD 1,895 pp sharing
Price Basis: 6–7 guests on selected low-season departures
Kenyan Citizen Rate: From KES 159,500 pp sharing
Private Safari: Yes
Customization: Available before confirmation

Safari Route

Nairobi → Lake Naivasha → Hell’s Gate → Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara → Nairobi

The safari starts gently in the Great Rift Valley before progressing towards the main wildlife experience in the Masai Mara. This lets the final two nights focus on classic savannah game viewing, rather than ending the journey with another long sequence of activities.

Driving times remain approximate because traffic, road conditions, weather and accommodation locations can affect the schedule.

Why Choose This 5 Day Luxury Safari?

This itinerary provides more variety than a short safari focused entirely on game drives. Lake Naivasha introduces water and walking experiences, Hell’s Gate adds dramatic Rift Valley scenery, and Lake Nakuru provides strong opportunities for rhino viewing before the journey reaches the Masai Mara.

Finishing with two nights in the Mara also gives the itinerary a natural progression. Rather than moving through several destinations with only brief stops, you arrive in the Mara for an afternoon game drive and then have a complete day for wildlife viewing.

The private Land Cruiser stays with your party throughout the safari, offering more comfort and flexibility than a group-joining tour.

Wildlife Experience

Lake Naivasha is known for hippos, fish eagles, pelicans, and other waterbirds, while Crescent Island offers a guided walk among animals such as giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, and gazelles. Hell’s Gate offers a different environment of cliffs, open grassland and volcanic scenery.

Lake Nakuru is particularly important for black and white rhinos and also supports Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, waterbucks, zebras, baboons and diverse birdlife. Flamingos may be present, although their numbers naturally vary with water and feeding conditions.

The Masai Mara provides opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas and other plains species. Seasonal migration activity may occur during parts of the year, but exact herd locations and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.

Accommodation

The standard package includes selected luxury accommodation with en-suite rooms or safari tents, plus meals according to the itinerary.

Lake Naivasha – Enashipai Resort & Spa or Similar

Spend the first night at Enashipai Resort & Spa or a comparable luxury property in the Lake Naivasha area. The resort provides spacious en-suite accommodation, landscaped surroundings, and a comfortable base after the day’s Rift Valley activities.

Lake Nakuru – Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge or Similar

Spend one night at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge or a comparable luxury safari lodge. Its location provides convenient access to Lake Nakuru National Park and allows the safari experience to continue beyond the game drive.

Masai Mara – Sarova Mara Game Camp or Similar

Spend two nights at Sarova Mara Game Camp or a comparable luxury tented property in the Masai Mara area. The accommodation includes en-suite safari tents and provides a comfortable base for afternoon and full-day Mara game drives.

Accommodation remains subject to availability. Tunza Tours will confirm the exact properties before payment. If your preferred lodge or camp isn’t available, we will propose a comparable luxury alternative and let you know the change and any price difference.

Transportation

The standard safari includes a private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing and photography.

The vehicle remains exclusively with your party for all five days. Your professional driver-guide handles the road transfers and game drives, providing continuity from Nairobi pickup through to the final return.

Soft-sided luggage is recommended because safari vehicle storage remains limited, especially for larger private groups.

5 Day Naivasha Nakuru Masai Mara Luxury Safari Price

From USD 1,895 Per Person Sharing

The lowest advertised rate applies when 6–7 guests travel together in one private 4×4 Land Cruiser on selected low-season departures.

Smaller groups have a higher per-person price because fewer travelers share the private vehicle, fuel, and guide costs.

Non-Resident Private Luxury Safari Rates

Christmas, New Year and selected festive periods are quoted separately.

Rates are per person sharing accommodation and apply to the standard luxury itinerary described on this page. Final pricing depends on exact travel dates, confirmed accommodation, room arrangement and traveler category.

Kenyan Citizen and Resident Rates

Kenyan citizen rates start from approximately KES 159,500 per person sharing when 6–7 guests travel together on selected low-season dates.

Eligible Kenyan and EAC residents receive dedicated quotations based on applicable accommodation and park rates. Smaller private groups receive higher per-person rates because fewer travelers share the Land Cruiser cost.

Tunza Tours does not simply convert the international USD price into Kenyan shillings.

What Your Quotation Will Confirm

Before payment, Tunza Tours will confirm the total price, group size, accommodation, room arrangement, private 4×4 Land Cruiser, park fees, Lake Naivasha activities, Hell’s Gate experience, meal plan and any optional services.

Optional Activities and Experiences

Masai Mara Hot-Air Balloon Safari

Add a sunrise balloon flight over the Masai Mara followed by breakfast after landing. The experience is subject to weather and availability and should be reserved in advance.

Maasai Cultural Experience

We can arrange a respectful community visit during the Masai Mara section at an additional cost.

Private Bush Breakfast, Lunch or Sundowner

Selected camps can arrange private dining experiences in scenic settings. Availability and pricing depend on the confirmed accommodation.

Accommodation Upgrade

Guests seeking a higher luxury level can request properties such as The Cliff, Chui Lodge, Elewana Sand River Mara or other premium camps and lodges. We will confirm the additional cost before booking.

Masai Mara Fly-Out

A scheduled flight from the Masai Mara to Nairobi can replace the Day 5 road journey at additional cost.

Best Time to Travel

This safari operates throughout the year. April and May generally offer greener landscapes, fewer safari vehicles, and some of the best accommodation value, while January to March and June are popular for general wildlife viewing.

July to October attracts the strongest demand in the Masai Mara because it overlaps with the broader migration season. November and December can still offer rewarding wildlife viewing, although seasonal reserve fees and accommodation prices remain higher than in the first half of the year.

Wildlife movements depend on rainfall and grazing conditions, so you can’t guarantee a migration river crossing.

What to Carry

• Passport or valid identification
• Residency documentation when using a resident rate
• Soft-sided travel bag
• Small day bag
• Lightweight safari clothing
• Warm jacket or fleece
• Comfortable closed shoes
• Hat and sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Camera or smartphone
• Binoculars
• Power bank
• Personal medication
• Reusable water bottle
• Travel-insurance information

Good to Know Before Booking

This is a private safari, so the Land Cruiser remains exclusively with your party. However, park regulations, weather, road conditions, and wildlife movement still determine the final game-drive routes and activity timing.

Day 1 includes several Naivasha experiences, so we recommend leaving Nairobi early. Guests who prefer a slower pace can customize the itinerary or remove one activity before confirmation.

Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Flamingo numbers at Lake Nakuru vary naturally, while migration herds and river crossings in the Masai Mara depend on seasonal conditions.

International travelers arriving on Day 1 should share their flight schedule before booking. We may recommend a pre-safari night in Nairobi for late arrivals.

Booking and Payment

To receive an accurate quotation, provide your preferred travel dates, number of travelers, children’s ages, nationality or residency category and room preference.

Because this is a private safari, group size affects the per-person price. The USD 1,895 starting rate applies to larger private groups on selected low-season dates and is not the standard two-person rate.

Before payment, Tunza Tours will confirm the accommodation, private Land Cruiser, park fees, Naivasha activities, meals and complete safari price in writing.

Cancellation and Changes

Cancellation and amendment conditions depend on travel dates, confirmed accommodation and supplier policies. Peak, migration and festive bookings may have stricter payment and cancellation conditions.

Tunza Tours will provide the applicable terms before payment. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does the 5-day Naivasha Nakuru Masai Mara luxury safari cost?

Rates start from USD 1,895 per person sharing for 6–7 guests on selected low-season departures. A two-person private luxury safari starts from approximately USD 2,295 per person.

2. Is this a private safari?

Yes. The standard package includes a private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser exclusively for your party.

3. Is this genuinely a luxury safari?

Yes. The revised product uses selected luxury lodges and tented accommodation rather than mixing budget, mid-range, and luxury options on one standard package.

4. Where will we stay?

Preferred accommodation includes Enashipai Resort & Spa, Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge and Sarova Mara Game Camp or comparable luxury alternatives.

5. Are park fees included?

Yes. Standard Hell’s Gate, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara fees required for the confirmed itinerary are included.

6. Is the Lake Naivasha boat safari included?

Yes. The standard package includes both the Lake Naivasha boat safari and Crescent Island guided nature walk.

7. Is Hell’s Gate included?

Yes. The standard revised itinerary includes Hell’s Gate National Park on Day 1.

8. How many nights are spent in the Masai Mara?

Two nights, providing an arrival-afternoon game drive and one complete private safari day.

9. Why does the itinerary start at Lake Naivasha?

Starting at Naivasha creates a natural progression from the Great Rift Valley towards Lake Nakuru and then the Masai Mara, allowing the strongest traditional wildlife destination to form the final part of the safari.

10. Is there a Masai Mara game drive on Day 5?

No standard game drive is included on Day 5. This avoids another reserve entry charge and allows a more reliable return to Nairobi.

11. Can Kenyan citizens book this package?

Yes. Kenyan citizen rates start from approximately KES 159,500 pp for larger private groups on selected low-season departures.

12. Can children join?

Yes. Child rates depend on age, room arrangements and the applicable park-fee category.

13. Can solo travelers book?

Yes. However, solo pricing is higher because one traveler carries the private Land Cruiser and single-room costs.

14. Can we see the Big Five?

The route offers good opportunities to encounter many of Kenya’s best-known wildlife species, including members of the Big Five, but no specific sighting can be guaranteed.

15. Can we see the Great Migration?

Seasonal wildebeest movements may occur in the Masai Mara during parts of the year. Exact herd locations and river crossings vary naturally.

16. Can we add a balloon safari?

Yes. We can add a Masai Mara hot-air balloon safari at an additional cost.

17. Can the accommodation be upgraded further?

Yes. You can request premium and ultra-luxury accommodation. The final quotation will reflect the selected properties.

18. Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. We can adjust the route, accommodation, activities, room category, and Day 5 return arrangements before confirmation.

Why Book With Tunza Tours?

This five-day safari combines the Great Rift Valley lakes with the Masai Mara without trying to fit too many destinations into a short itinerary. Lake Naivasha provides water, walking, and scenic experiences; Lake Nakuru focuses on rhinos and varied habitats, while the final two nights deliver the classic Masai Mara safari experience.

The revised product also removes the ambiguity of the previous page. The standard package is private, uses a 4×4 Land Cruiser, specifies its luxury accommodation level, includes the core Naivasha experiences, and clearly explains how group size affects the price.

Tunza Tours operates in Kenya under a Tourism Regulatory Authority License.

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We’ll confirm your luxury accommodation, private 4×4 Land Cruiser, and the correct group-size price before payment.

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