Kenya Big Five Safari
5 Days Masai Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha Safari with Hell’s Gate Adventure
$1275-1290 USD
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Safari summary
This 5-day safari with Jossec Safaris is a perfect combination of thrilling wildlife encounters and unique adventures. Starting and ending in Nairobi, you’ll explore the world-famous Masai Mara, the rhino haven of Lake Nakuru, and the scenic Lake Naivasha. To make it even more memorable, the safari ends with a biking or hiking experience at Hell’s Gate National Park.
It is a private safari in a 4x4 jeep, offering comfort and excellent views. The package is based on double sharing accommodation, with no hidden charges – all meals, park fees, and transport are covered, so you can focus on the adventure.
Package Inclusions
✔ Transport in a 4x4 safari jeep with a pop-up roof
✔ Professional English-speaking driver-guide
✔ Accommodation as per the itinerary (or equivalent)
✔ All national park entrance fees
✔ All meals as per itinerary
✔ Bottled drinking water during the safari
Package Exclusions
✘ International flights
✘ Travel insurance
✘ Optional activities (hot air balloon $450, Maasai village visit $25, Naivasha boat ride $30)
✘ Tips and personal expenses
At Jossec Safaris, we specialize in creating unforgettable safari experiences across Kenya. With our well-maintained safari jeeps, professional guides, and years of expertise, we guarantee you a seamless and enriching journey. Our team’s dedication and personal touch ensure that every safari is more than just a trip – it’s a lifetime memory.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Park fees
What’s not included?
- Hot air balloons
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Nairobi – Masai Mara
Masai Mara
Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel at 7:00 AM by the Jossec Safaris team. After a short briefing, drive through the Great Rift Valley with a stop at the viewpoint before continuing to Masai Mara. Arrive in time for lunch and check in at your lodge. In the afternoon, set out for your first game drive in the park, where you may spot elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and much more. Dinner and overnight at the lodge. Accommodation: Jambo Mara Lodge (or equivalent) Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Jambo Mara Lodge
Day 2: Masai Mara – Full Day Game
Masai Mara
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day safari with picnic lunch in the wild. The Mara is home to the Big Five – lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo –as well as cheetahs, wildebeests, and hippos. Bird lovers will also be delighted by the park’s diversity. If visiting between July and October, you may witness the world-famous wildebeest migration. Optional hot air balloon safari is available at $450 per person. Return for dinner and overnight at the lodge. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Jambo Mara Lodge
Day 3: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru
Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and drive to Lake Nakuru. This is a travel day with no game drives scheduled. Arrive by late afternoon, check in at your hotel, and enjoy dinner and relaxation. Accommodation: Buraha Zenoni Hotel (or equivalent) Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Buraha Zenoni Hotel
Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha
Lake Nakuru
Start the day with an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. Look out for rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, buffaloes, and the beautiful flamingos along the lake shore. Afterward, continue to Lake Naivasha for check-in and lunch. The afternoon is free to relax, with an option to take a boat ride at $30 per person to see hippos and water birds. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge. Accommodation: Sawela Lodge (or equivalent) Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Sawela Lodge
Lake Naivasha – Hell’s Gate
After breakfast, visit Hell’s Gate National Park for a guided biking safari through dramatic cliffs, gorges, and geothermal formations. If preferred, you can also take a nature walk instead of biking. This unique adventure offers a different way of exploring Kenya’s landscapes. After the activity, enjoy lunch (at own cost or arranged) before driving back to Nairobi. You’ll arrive in the afternoon, with drop-off at your hotel or the airport by the Jossec Safaris team. Meal Plan: Breakfast
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