5-Day Roaring Kenya Mid-Range Safari from Nairobi to Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli National Park
This 5-day Kenya safari tour is crafted for travelers who want maximum wildlife impact in a short timeframe.
You’ll explore three of Kenya’s most iconic parks: the predator-rich plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve, the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park, and the elephant-dotted landscapes of Amboseli National Park.
Starting and ending in Nairobi, this mid-range Kenya safari balances strong Big 5 safari opportunities, scenic diversity, and comfortable travel distances.
Choose between a pop-up roof 4x4 Land Cruiser (recommended for terrain performance and comfort) or a pop-up roof safari minivan (cost-effective alternative), both offering excellent wildlife viewing with a professional driver-guide.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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First-time visitors to Kenya
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Couples and families seeking a classic Big 5 safari
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Travelers with limited time
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Wildlife photographers wanting diverse backdrops
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Anyone seeking a well-paced mid-range Kenya safari
If you're looking for luxury fly-in safaris or conservancy exclusivity, we can tailor that separately.
Why This Safari Best
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Predator to Elephant Flow: Mara lions → Nakuru rhinos → Amboseli elephants
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Three Iconic Parks in 5 Days:Â Maximum diversity in limited time
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Balanced Routing:Â Logical loop from Nairobi minimizing backtracking
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Two Nights in Masai Mara:Â Deeper wildlife immersion
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Flexible Vehicle Choice:Â 4x4 Land Cruiser or pop-up roof minivan
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Privately Guided Safari:Â Personalized wildlife tracking
Tour Highlights
Massive elephant herds at close range
Big 5 safari opportunities (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard – rhino rare)
Sunrise and sunset game drives
Professional safari driver-guide
Wetland ecosystems rich in birdlife
Mount Kilimanjaro views in Amboseli
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara – Afternoon Game Drive
Your Kenya safari tour begins with early morning departure from Nairobi.
Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley viewpoint before descending toward Masai Mara.
Arrive at your mid-range lodge or tented camp in time for lunch and relaxation.
In the afternoon, embark on your first thrilling game drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Look out for lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and cheetahs as the golden savannah stretches endlessly before you.
Return to camp at sunset for dinner and overnight.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 270 km | 5–6 hours
Meal Plan:Â Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Day 2
Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara
After early breakfast, depart with picnic lunch for a full-day Big 5 safari adventure.
Explore deeper areas of Masai Mara, including the Mara River region (seasonal migration crossing July–October).
Your privately guided safari allows extended wildlife sightings and photography stops.
Expect encounters with large elephant herds, lion prides, and possibly leopards.
Return to lodge late afternoon for dinner and overnight.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 80–120 km of game viewing | 6–8 hours
Meal Plan:Â Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic), Dinner
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru via the Rift Valley floor.
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge.
In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, and seasonal flamingos along the lake shores.
Return to lodge for dinner and overnight.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 215 km | 4–5 hours
Meal Plan:Â Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park via Nairobi.
The drive transitions from Rift Valley scenery to open plains near the Tanzania border.
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive in Amboseli.
This park is renowned for large elephant herds and spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro views (weather permitting).
Return for dinner and overnight.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 370 km | 6–7 hours
Meal Plan:Â Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Kibo Safari Camp
Day 5
Amboseli to Nairobi – Morning Game Drive & Return
Enjoy an early breakfast and, depending on departure timing, a short morning game drive for final wildlife sightings.
Afterward, begin your return drive to Nairobi. Arrive early to mid-afternoon with drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of your Roaring Kenya safari.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 230 km | 4–5 hours
Meal Plan:Â Breakfast
Accommodation
No Accomodations (End of the Tour)
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
Rates are Per Person Sharing a Room Except for the Solo who is on Single Supplement
| Month/Season | Solo | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 People |
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| Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $2070 | $2070 | $2070 | $2070 | $2070 | $2070 |