Nanyuki • Lake Nakuru • Masai Mara

6-Day / 5-Night Central & Rift Valley Explorer — Nanyuki • Lake Nakuru • Masai Mara

Nanyuki • Lake Nakuru • Masai Mara

Start from

2840$/Person

Duration

6 Days

Group Size

2 People and Above

🌍 Overview

Discover the beauty and contrast of Kenya’s heartland on this 6-day Central & Rift Valley Explorer Safari — from the cool Mount Kenya highlands of Nanyuki, through the Great Rift Valley, to the legendary plains of the Masai Mara.

Enjoy diverse landscapes, rich wildlife encounters, and authentic cultural moments while travelling in comfort with your private safari guide.
Perfect for travellers seeking a balance of scenery, relaxation, and world-class game viewing, this is an ideal introduction to Kenya’s most spectacular regions.

🗓️ Safari Highlights

✅ Explore the foothills of Mount Kenya in Nanyuki
✅ Visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy — home to the last two northern white rhinos
✅ See flamingos & rhinos at Lake Nakuru National Park
✅ Experience the Big Five and endless plains of the Masai Mara
✅ Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with English-speaking guide
✅ Hand-picked lodges & tented camps (full board)
✅ Optional hot-air balloon ride & Maasai village visit

🦒 Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Nairobi → Nanyuki (Mount Kenya Region)

Depart Nairobi after breakfast and head north to the charming town of Nanyuki, nestled at the base of Mount Kenya.
Arrive for lunch, then explore the region — visit the Equator Line, tour Ol Pejeta Conservancy, or enjoy a guided nature walk.

Overnight: Nanyuki | Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 – Discover Nanyuki & Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Spend the day exploring Ol Pejeta, home to the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa and the last two northern white rhinos on earth.
Alternatively, unwind amid the crisp mountain air or try optional horseback safaris and nature walks.

Overnight: Nanyuki | Meals: Full Board

Day 3 – Nanyuki → Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, drive through rolling highlands and descend into the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive at Lake Nakuru for lunch, then enjoy an afternoon game drive to spot flamingos, rhinos, and big cats among the acacia woodlands.

Overnight: Lake Nakuru | Meals: Full Board

Day 4 – Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara National Reserve

Continue south towards the world-famous Masai Mara, Kenya’s premier wildlife destination.
Arrive for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive across the plains in search of elephants, lions, cheetahs, and giraffes.

Overnight: Masai Mara | Meals: Full Board

Day 5 – Full Day in Masai Mara

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives (or a full-day picnic safari) in search of the Big Five and, from July–October, the Great Wildebeest Migration.
Optional activities: sunrise hot-air balloon flight or visit a traditional Maasai village.

Overnight: Masai Mara | Meals: Full Board

Day 6 – Masai Mara → Nairobi

After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive before departing for Nairobi.
Arrive in the afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Meals: Breakfast

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Safari

Combines mountain scenery, lakes, and savannahs in one trip
Visit Ol Pejeta — East Africa’s renowned rhino sanctuary
Spot flamingos & rhinos at Lake Nakuru
Encounter the Big Five in Masai Mara
Comfortable road journey with stunning scenery
Ideal for couples, families & small groups seeking variety

💼 What’s Included

Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
All park entry fees
Accommodation & meals as per itinerary
Services of an English-speaking driver-guide
Bottled water during safari

Not Included

International flights & visa
Travel insurance
Tips & personal expenses
Optional activities (Hot-air balloon, Maasai village visit)

🏕️ Accommodation & Transport

Travel in a customized 4×4 Land Cruiser with large windows, charging ports & a pop-up roof for photography.
Stay in hand-selected lodges & tented camps offering authentic Kenyan hospitality and spectacular locations — upgrade options available.