Maasai Mara National Reserve • Lake Naivasha

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Wildlife Safari|Wildlife Safari|Kenya

5 Days / 4 Nights The Great Migration & Great Rift Valley Safari

Maasai Mara National Reserve • Lake Naivasha, Kenya

Duration5 Days

Best ForThis safari is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, honeymooners, couples, families, first-time visitors to Kenya, and nature lovers seeking the excitement of the Great Wildebeest Migration together with the tranquil beauty of Lake Naivasha and the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley.

DifficultyEasy

Rating4.9 / 5

Transport4x4 Safari Vehicle

Experience two of Kenya's most spectacular destinations on this 5-Day / 4-Night Great Migration & Great Rift Valley Safari. Witness the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration in the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, where more than 1.5 million wildebeest, accompanied by zebras and gazelles, cross the crocodile-filled Mara River in one of nature's greatest spectacles. Your journey continues to the tranquil shores of Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake nestled in the heart of the Great Rift Valley. Here, enjoy a relaxing boat safari among hippos, walk alongside wild herbivores on Crescent Island, and take in breathtaking scenery surrounded by acacia woodlands and abundant birdlife. Combining thrilling wildlife encounters with peaceful lakeside experiences, this itinerary offers the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. At Africo Safari, we transform lives by creating unforgettable safari experiences and lifelong memories.

Safari Highlights

Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October)

Visit the legendary Mara River

Unlimited private game drives in Maasai Mara

Search for the Big Five

Itinerary Overview

07:00 AM – Departure from Nairobi

Meet your Africo Safari guide at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for a safari briefing before departing for the Maasai Mara.

09:00 AM – Great Rift Valley Viewpoint

Stop at the famous Great Rift Valley Escarpment to admire breathtaking panoramic views and capture unforgettable photographs.

Continue through Narok Town into the Maasai Mara.

01:00 PM – Arrival & Lunch

Check in to your safari lodge or luxury tented camp and enjoy a delicious lunch.

Relax before your first safari adventure.

03:30 PM – Afternoon Game Drive

Begin exploring the magnificent Maasai Mara.

Search for:

Lions

Leopards

Cheetahs

Elephants

Buffaloes

Giraffes

Wildebeests

Zebras

Hyenas

Topis

Enjoy your first spectacular African sunset before returning to the lodge.

Dinner and Overnight: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Included & Excluded

Included in the safari

Airport and hotel transfers

Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof

Professional English-speaking safari guide

4 nights' accommodation

Full-board meals during the safari

Unlimited game drives in Maasai Mara

Boat safari on Lake Naivasha

Maasai Village visit

National park and conservancy entrance fees

Guided walking safari on Crescent Island

Visit to Hell's Gate National Park

Bottled drinking water during game drives

Government taxes and levies

Planned separately

International and domestic flights

Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari

Bicycle hire at Hell's Gate National Park

Alcoholic and premium beverages

Personal expenses

Tips and gratuities

Travel and medical insurance

Recommended Accommodation

Maasai Mara National Reserve • Lake Naivasha, Kenya

Lodge arranged as part of the safari itinerary.

Maasai Mara Travel Notes

Best time to travelJuly to October for migration crossings; January to March for quieter big cat viewing.

Wildlife focusLions, Cheetahs, Elephants, Wildebeest, Leopards

Best forMigration safaris, Photography, Family safaris

How it feels

Open plains, dramatic wildlife movement, and strong guiding make the Mara a classic safari choice.

Planning note

Book early for peak crossing months and choose private conservancies when you want quieter game drives.

Guest Reviews

4.9Trusted by safari travelers