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5 Days Kenya Safari – A Beautiful Road Trip to Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara

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5 Day Kenya Safaris – Nairobi, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara

A short but sweet road trip with the chance to see lots of wildlife – or in other words, your exclusive 5 Day Kenya Safaris.

Your adventure begins in Nairobi, the vibrant starting point for this 5 Days Kenya Road Trip. From here, you’ll head to Lake Nakuru National Park, where hundreds of flamingos paint the lake shore pink. Keep an eye out for the park’s rare tree-climbing lions, a true wildlife spectacle few destinations can offer.

From Lake Nakuru, you’ll drive through the scenic hills of Kenya’s Rift Valley toward the Masai Mara National Reserve. This leg of your 5 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari brings you into one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife regions.

You’ll spend two full days exploring the East African savannah in search of the famous Big Five. This Kenya Big Five Safari experience offers close encounters with lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo in their natural habitat. Time your visit right, and you might even witness the Great Wildebeest Migration as herds cross the Mara River. Goosebump potential? Absolutely.

As a 5 Day Safari from Nairobi, this itinerary delivers the perfect mix of scenic road travel, iconic landscapes, and unforgettable wildlife sightings — all within a compact, well-paced five-day journey.

Many travelers heading to Africa ask about safety. Our answer is simple: yes, Kenya is safe to visit. Kenya works especially well for organized game drives with private guides, just like the trips we offer. Big cities like Nairobi and Mombasa do have areas to avoid, but the same holds true for most major cities worldwide. A few simple precautions go a long way. Travel with a driver at night instead of walking alone. Skip large, flashy jewelry. Keep your valuables close and out of sight. Follow these basics, and you’ll have a smooth, worry-free trip.
Every safari with us is private and exclusive. You set the pace, and we build the trip around your wishes. Our experienced travel consultants shape each journey to match what you want. This approach comes with real advantages. You travel in a private vehicle with your own personal guide. You decide when to start each morning and when to head back, with helpful advice from your guide along the way. Once inside a national park, you can watch animals or herds for as long as you like. No one rushes you along. Your guide learns your interests early on and shares tips suited just for you, turning your trip into something truly memorable.
We build every journey together with you. Booking with WeGuide Africa Safaris means more than reserving a trip — it means creating a personalized African experience from the ground up. We start by learning your wishes and preferences. From there, we shape every detail until it matches your vision completely. Our team stays closely involved throughout the planning process to make sure everything fits your expectations. Want a starting point? We also offer a selection of our most popular tours and safaris to help spark ideas for your own adventure.
Yes, absolutely. Kenya is home to all of the Big Five and countless other species. Lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo roam freely across Kenya’s national parks and reserves. Spotting these iconic animals in their natural habitat makes Kenya one of the top destinations for wildlife lovers worldwide.

Map of Your Itinerary

5 Days Kenya Safari – A Beautiful Road Trip to Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara

Low Season

2 persons
4 persons
6 persons
1054 USD*
880 USD*
1120 USD*

High Season

2 persons
4 persons
6 persons
1492 USD*
1296 USD*
1532 USD*

Peak Season

2 persons
4 persons
6 persons
1691 USD*
1495 USD*
1980 USD*

* Approximate Cost per Person (international flights not included)

Included

24/7 service — support throughout your entire trip

5 days of guided safari adventure

All accommodations for the full duration

Drinking water provided in our safari jeeps

Game drives with expert guidance

Private 4×4 safari jeep for a luxurious, comfortable ride

Park fees fully covered

Airport pickup and transfer for hassle-free arrival and departure

Private guide fluent in English

Excluded

Visas

Travel insurance

International flights (we're happy to book these for you on request)

Fulfill your dream holiday with Weguide African Safari

With Weguide African Safari, you can tailor your trip to your wishes. Simply tell our specialists how you would like to customize our itineraries, and they will organize your dream journey.

Enquire about this trip now

Your Trip at a Glance

day 1

Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi

Budget: Argyle Grand Hotel
Mid-range: Tamarind Tree Hotel
Luxury: Emara Ole Sereni

day 2

Lake Nakuru National Park

Budget: Zebra plains mara camp
Mid-range: Serenity Mara Legends Camp
Luxury: Ilkeliani Camp Maasai Mara

day 3 - 4

Exploring the famous Masai Mara

Budget: Zebra plains mara camp
Mid-range: Serenity Mara Legends Camp
Luxury: Ilkeliani Camp Maasai Mara

day 5

Flight home from Nairobi (not included in the price)

Your Dream Holiday at a Dream Price

Our experts know exactly what makes a dream holiday. At the heart of it are your personal wishes: get inspired by our itineraries and simply tell your travel consultant how you would like to customize them. To ensure your trip perfectly matches your expectations, we offer a variety of options based on your preferences and budget.

On our overview page, you’ll find our prices, which vary depending on the low, mid, and high seasons. In addition, accommodations are divided into three categories—Silver, Gold, and Platinum—each with different pricing levels. The overall cost of your holiday also depends on whether you prefer more luxury and comfort or a more adventurous, nature-focused experience.

Whatever you’re looking for in your Tanzania journey, you’ll find the perfect option with us. We look forward to planning your dream holiday in Tanzania together with you.

Included

24/7 service — support throughout your entire trip

5 days of guided safari adventure

All accommodations for the full duration

Drinking water provided in our safari jeeps

Game drives with expert guidance

Private 4×4 safari jeep for a luxurious, comfortable ride

Park fees fully covered

Airport pickup and transfer for hassle-free arrival and departure

Private guide fluent in English

Excluded

Visas

Travel insurance

International flights (we're happy to book these for you on request)

Low Season

Accommodation Type
2 Persons
4 Persons
6 Persons
BUDGET
1054 USD*
880 USD*
1120 USD*
MID-RANGE
1068USD*
833 USD*
754 USD*
LUXURY
1625 USD*
1345 USD*
1252 USD*

* Approximate Cost per Person (international flights not included)

High Season

Accommodation Type
2 Persons
4 Persons
6 Persons
BUDGET
1492 USD*
1296 USD*
1532 USD*
MID-RANGE
1401 USD*
1142 USD*
1064 USD*
LUXURY
2111 USD*
1806 USD*
1713 USD*

* Approximate Cost per Person (international flights not included)

Peak Season

Accommodation Type
2 Persons
4 Persons
6 Persons
BUDGET
1691 USD*
1495 USD*
1980 USD*
MID-RANGE
1648 USD*
1389 USD*
1310 USD*
LUXURY
2714 USD*
2410 USD*
2316 USD*

* Approximate Cost per Person (international flights not included)

Fulfill your dream holiday with Weguide African Safari

With Weguide African Safari, you can tailor your trip to your wishes. Simply tell our specialists how you would like to customize our itineraries, and they will organize your dream journey.

Enquire about this trip now

Which accommodations suit you best?

Budget

Budget Hotels and Lodges are a simple and affordable accommodation option for travelers in Tanzania. They offer basic comfort and everything you need for a pleasant stay during your safari. Rooms are clean and functional, usually equipped with comfortable beds and either a private or shared bathroom with a hot shower.

These accommodations are not luxurious, but they are practical and welcoming. Many feature a small dining area where simple, freshly prepared meals are served. Internet connections may be limited or sometimes unavailable. However, many budget lodges are located in quiet, natural surroundings—perfect for experiencing the authentic beauty of Tanzania.

Mid-Range

Mid-range hotels and lodges offer a great balance between comfort and price, making them a popular choice for many travelers in Tanzania. These accommodations are well-equipped and provide significantly more comfort than budget options, without being as exclusive as luxury lodges. Rooms are spacious, well-maintained, and typically feature comfortable beds, a private bathroom with a hot shower, and often a balcony or terrace.

Many mid-range lodges also offer additional amenities such as a swimming pool, cozy lounge areas, and restaurants serving a variety of meals. Wi-Fi is often available, although the connection may be limited in remote safari areas. Thanks to their beautiful locations in or near national parks, mid-range accommodations provide a comfortable and authentic safari experience.

Luxury

Luxury hotels and lodges offer an exclusive safari experience with the highest level of comfort and first-class service. These accommodations are often located in exceptional settings within or near national parks, providing spectacular views of the surrounding nature. Rooms or tents are spacious and elegantly designed, typically featuring comfortable beds, private bathrooms, hot showers, and often a private terrace or veranda. Many luxury lodges also include premium amenities such as swimming pools, spa facilities, fine dining restaurants, and personalized service from attentive staff. Guests enjoy high-quality cuisine, selected beverages, and a მშვიდ, exclusive atmosphere. Luxury accommodations perfectly combine adventure and comfort, making a safari in Tanzania an unforgettable experience.

Itinerary: 5 Days Kenya Safari – A Beautiful Road Trip to Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara

day 1

Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi

You step out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, and a warm welcome awaits. A WeGuide Africa Safaris team member or hotel driver greets you with a big smile. “Karibu Kenya,” they say. This means “welcome to Kenya” in Swahili.

Your driver takes you straight to your hotel. Along the way, you catch your first glimpse of vibrant Nairobi. Busy streets, local life, and city energy surround you from the start.

The next day, your adventure truly begins. Your private guide picks you up for an exclusive safari. You set your own pace throughout the day. No rush, no crowds — just you and the African wilderness ahead.

meal:

  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)

Accommodation Type:

BUDGET

Argyle Grand Hotel

MID-RANGE

Tamarind Tree Hotel

LUXURY

Emara Ole Sereni

day 2

Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Nakuru National Park is an amazing wildlife haven, smack in the middle of the Great Rift Valley. The Nakuru Lake in the middle of the park is its main attraction, with hundreds of birds flocking to its shores. The park used to be known for its many flamingos, but rising water levels caused these birds to migrate elsewhere. Luckily, they are slowly returning, and in any case, Lake Nakuru is a great place to visit with its black and white rhinos, giraffes, buffalos, lions, the occasional leopard and over 400 species of birds

meal:

  • All meals included
Masai Mara View Point in Kenya

Accommodation Type:

BUDGET

Zebra plains mara camp

MID-RANGE

Serenity Mara Legends Camp

LUXURY

Ilkeliani Camp Maasai Mara

day 3 - 4

Exploring the famous Masai Mara

Take an amazing road trip to arguably the world’s most famous safari destination, then spend a full day discovering its stunning landscapes and wildlife. If you decide to sleep at the Zebra Plains Safari Camp (our silver accommodation), you will end the first day on a high note with a walking safari. If you opt for our gold or platinum accommodation, you skip the walking safari but sleep right in the heart of the Masai Mara.

meal:

  • All meals included
Lake Nakuru Safari

Accommodation Type:

BUDGET

Zebra plains mara camp

MID-RANGE

Serenity Mara Legends Camp

LUXURY

Ilkeliani Camp Maasai Mara

day 5

Flight home from Nairobi (not included in the price)

This is your last day! Unfortunately, it’s time to drive back to Nairobi to catch your flight home from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Sad to leave…? Then don’t worry! We can easily add a few days of safari to your holiday or a few days on one of Kenya’s stunning beaches along the coast!

meal:

  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Outbound international flight home from Kilimanjaro Int. Airport
At WEGUIDE AFRICAN SAFARIS, we believe that such a unique journey deserves perfectly matched accommodations. In other words, your lodges and hotels should align exactly with your expectations and preferences. That’s why we have personally selected and carefully inspected numerous properties, categorizing them into four levels based on quality, service, and comfort. Discover what we mean by Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond below.

Budget

Budget hotels and lodges are a simple and affordable accommodation option for travelers in Tanzania. They offer basic comfort and everything you need for a pleasant stay during your safari. Rooms are clean and functional, typically equipped with comfortable beds and either a private or shared bathroom with a hot shower. These accommodations are not luxurious, but they are practical and welcoming. Many feature a small dining area where simple, freshly prepared meals are served. Internet connections may be limited or sometimes unavailable. However, many budget lodges are located in quiet, natural surroundings—ideal for experiencing the authentic beauty of Tanzania.

MID-RANGE

Mid-range hotels and lodges offer a great balance between comfort and price, making them a popular choice for many travelers in Tanzania. These accommodations are well-equipped and provide significantly more comfort than budget options, without being as exclusive as luxury lodges. Rooms are spacious, well-maintained, and typically feature comfortable beds, a private bathroom with a hot shower, and often a balcony or terrace.

Many mid-range lodges also offer additional amenities such as a swimming pool, cozy lounge areas, and restaurants serving a variety of meals. Wi-Fi is often available, although the connection may be limited in remote safari areas. Thanks to their beautiful locations in or near national parks, these accommodations provide a comfortable and authentic safari experience.

LUXURY

Luxury hotels and lodges offer an exclusive safari experience with the highest level of comfort and first-class service. These accommodations are often located in exceptional settings within or near national parks, offering spectacular views of the surrounding nature. Rooms or tents are spacious and elegantly designed, typically featuring comfortable beds, private bathrooms, hot showers, and often a private terrace or veranda.

Many luxury lodges also include premium amenities such as swimming pools, spa facilities, fine dining restaurants, and personalized service from attentive staff. Guests enjoy high-quality cuisine, selected beverages, and a calm, exclusive atmosphere. Luxury accommodations perfectly combine adventure and comfort, making a safari in Tanzania an unforgettable experience.

Fulfill Your Dream Holiday with Weguide African Safari

With Weguide African Safaris, you can tailor your trip entirely to your wishes. Simply tell our specialists how you would like to customize our itineraries, and they will organize your dream journey.

Enquire about this trip now

aCCOMMODATION tYPE:

DAY 1

BUDGET

Argyle Grand Hotel

MID-RANGE

Tamarind Tree Hotel

LUXURY

Emara Ole Sereni

aCCOMMODATION tYPE:

DAY 2

BUDGET

Zebra plains mara camp

MID-RANGE

Serenity Mara Legends Camp

LUXURY

Ilkeliani Camp Maasai Mara

aCCOMMODATION tYPE:

DAY 3 - 4

BUDGET

Zebra plains mara camp

MID-RANGE

Serenity Mara Legends Camp

LUXURY

Ilkeliani Camp Maasai Mara

ACCOMMODATION TYPE:

DAY 5

No accommodation is provided on this day.

Unforgettable Travel Experiences

From breathtaking landscapes and cultural encounters to thrilling wildlife adventures and relaxing moments—every journey is designed to create a deeper connection with your destination. Whether you seek adventure, comfort, or authentic local experiences, each tour includes carefully selected activities that ensure a memorable and enriching travel experience. Below are some of the highlights you can expect on your journey.

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