Great Rift Valley Lakes

6-Day Rift Valley Lakes & Maasai Mara Camping Safari:Lake Elementaita | Lake Nakuru | Lake Bogoria | Maasai Mara

$3450-3765 USD

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Safari summary

This 6-day camping safari combines the scenic beauty of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley lakes with the world-renowned wildlife experience of the Maasai Mara. Guests will enjoy diverse ecosystems, exceptional birdlife, geothermal landscapes, rhino conservation areas, and classic Big Five game viewing — all while experiencing authentic safari camping.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Countries
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Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
  • Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Airport transfers
  • All drinks
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Hot air balloons
  • Internal flights
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Spa treatments
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Nairobi - Lake Elmentaita

Depart Nairobi after breakfast and drive through the Great Rift Valley escarpment to Lake Elementaita. Stop at the Rift Valley viewpoint for photography. Lake Elementaita lies within the 48,000-acre Soysambu Conservancy — a private wildlife sanctuary known for its peaceful exclusivity and conservation success. The conservancy protects endangered Rothschild giraffes, plains game such as zebra and gazelle, and seasonal flamingo populations along the alkaline lake shores.

Campsite in Soysambu conservancy

Lake Elmentaita - Lake Nakuru

After breakfast, proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch. Wildlife Highlights: White & black rhinos Rothschild giraffes Lions and leopards Flamingos (seasonal) Baboon Cliff viewpoint Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Makalia Falls campsite inside Lake Nakuru

Lake Nakuru - Lake Borgoria

Lake Nakuru

Morning departure for Lake Borgoria Lake Bogoria is one of Kenya’s most dramatic Rift Valley lakes, famous for its geothermal activity and striking landscapes. The lake features steaming hot springs and active geysers that shoot boiling water several meters into the air — a rare natural spectacle in East Africa. The surrounding reserve is also home to greater kudu, warthogs, zebras, and a variety of bird species. Afternoon exploration of the geysers and lakeshore.

Netbon Kudu campsite

Lake Borgoria - Maasai Mara

Masai Mara

After an early breakfast, depart for Maasai Mara (approx. 5–6 hours). The journey from Lake Bogoria to Maasai Mara offers a diverse cross-section of Kenya’s landscapes and rural life. This drive provides insight into Kenya’s cultural diversity and shifting ecosystems — from semi-arid Rift Valley floor to fertile highlands, and finally to the iconic Maasai plains. Arrive at Maasai Mara in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive.

Campsite in Maasai Mara

Full day in the Mara

Masai Mara

Full-day game drive with picnic lunch near the Mara River. Wildlife Expected: The Big Five Cheetahs Large elephant herds Hippos and crocodiles along the river Optional activities available at additional cost.

Same campsite

Drive to Nairobi

Early morning game drive (optional). After breakfast, return to Nairobi with drop-off at hotel or airport.

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