5-Day Wilderness Safari – Aberdares, Nakuru & Masai Mara
Forest Lodges, Rift Valley Lakes & the Great Plains of Mara
From $1,079 per person | Daily Departures from Nairobi
Why Choose This Safari?
- Aberdares Forest Lodge Experience – unique waterhole viewing at The Ark
- Lake Nakuru – flamingos, Rothschild giraffes & endangered rhinos
- Masai Mara – Big Five, big cats & the Great Wildebeest Migration
- Birdwatcher’s Paradise – 400+ species across parks
- Premium Add-Ons – hot air balloon safari & Maasai cultural village tour
- Compact Wilderness Circuit – 3 ecosystems in just 5 days
Safari Itinerary
Day 1 – Nairobi → Aberdares (180 km / 3–4 hrs)
- Morning drive to Aberdares National Park
- Lunch at base hotel (Aberdare Country Club or similar)
- Afternoon transfer/game drive en route to The Ark Lodge
- Evening & night wildlife viewing at waterhole – elephants, rhinos, bushbuck, bongo
- Dinner & overnight at The Ark Lodge
Day 2 – Aberdares → Lake Nakuru (180 km / 3–4 hrs)
- Scenic drive via Nyahururu Falls into the Rift Valley
- Lunch at lodge/camp
- Afternoon game drive – flamingos, pelicans, Rothschild giraffes & rhinos
- “Out of Africa” viewpoint overlooking the Great Rift Valley
- Dinner & overnight at lodge/camp
Day 3 – Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara (300 km / 6 hrs)
- Morning drive across Rift Valley to Masai Mara
- Lunch & relaxation at lodge/camp
- Afternoon game drive – Big Five sightings & savannah wildlife
- Dinner & overnight at lodge/camp
Day 4 – Full Day in Masai Mara
- Full day game drives with picnic lunch across Mara plains
- Birdwatching – 400+ species including raptors
- Optional Maasai cultural visit ($30 pp)
- Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari ($450 pp) + champagne breakfast
- Dinner & overnight at lodge/camp
Day 5 – Masai Mara → Nairobi (265 km / 5–6 hrs)
- Breakfast & check-out
- Drive back to Nairobi
- Drop-off at JKIA or Nairobi hotel
Accommodation & Pricing (Per Person – USD)
The Ark Lodge (Aberdares), Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge & Mara Sopa Lodge
Low Season (Apr – May): $1,529 (2 Pax) | $1,191 (4 Pax) | $1,079 (6 Pax)
High Season (Jan – Mar, Jun): $1,665 (2 Pax) | $1,327 (4 Pax) | $1,214 (6 Pax)
Peak Season (Jul – Oct, 22 Dec – 1 Jan): $2,182 (2 Pax) | $1,844 (4 Pax) | $1,732 (6 Pax)
Shoulder Season (Nov – 21 Dec): $1,895 (2 Pax) | $1,557 (4 Pax) | $1,444 (6 Pax)
Other options available:
Aberdares National Park – Treetops Lodge
Lake Nakuru National Park – The Cliff | Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge | Lake Nakuru Lodge | Flamingo Hill Tented Camp | Ziwa Bush Lodge | Mbweha Camp
Masai Mara – Mara Simba Lodge | Fig Tree Camp | Muthu Keekorok Lodge | Sentrim Mara | PrideInn Mara Camp | Emayian Luxury Camp | Mara Serena Safari Lodge | Sarova Mara Game Camp | Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge | Mara Maisha Camp | Soroi Mara Bush Camp | Entim Main Camp | Ashnil Mara Camp
Guest Reviews
“The perfect balance of forest, lakes, and savannah! Watching elephants at The Ark, flamingos in Nakuru, and lions in Mara made this safari so special.” – Maria, Spain
Frequently Asked Questions
Includes private 4×4 Jeep, park fees & 4 nights full-board accommodation.
It combines 3 ecosystems: mountain forest (Aberdares), Rift Valley lakes (Nakuru), and open plains (Mara).
Yes – the highlight is waterhole viewing from the lodge decks, with wildlife active even at night.
Yes – many guests add a Diani or Zanzibar beach holiday afterwards.
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