5 Days Wildlife Safari in Kenya – Travel Miles

Destination: Nairobi | Maasai Mara | Lake Nakuru | Lake Naivasha
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Start & End Point: Nairobi, Kenya
Tour Type: Private or Group Safari
Best For: First-time safari-goers, wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, families

🧭 Tour Overview

Embark on an epic 5-day wildlife adventure across Kenya’s most celebrated national parks and game reserves. From the big cat action of the Maasai Mara to the flamingo-filled shores of Lake Nakuru and the scenic boat safaris on Lake Naivasha, this safari is packed with incredible wildlife encounters and panoramic landscapes.

Enjoy game drives with professional guides, stay in quality lodges or tented camps, and witness the unforgettable magic of Africa’s Big Five — all with the trusted service of Travel Miles.

📅 Itinerary Breakdown

🗓️ Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – City Orientation & Transfer to Hotel

• Meet & greet at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

• Short drive through Nairobi city highlights (time permitting):

  • Uhuru Park, Parliament Buildings, Kenyatta International Conference Centre

  • Optional visit to Giraffe Centre or David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage

• Transfer to your hotel, welcome dinner & overnight

Accommodation: Eka Hotel / Ibis Styles / Similar
Meal Plan: Dinner

🗓️ Day 2: Nairobi to Maasai Mara – Afternoon Game Drive

• Breakfast and early departure for Maasai Mara Game Reserve

• Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley with stopovers for photos

• Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge or camp

• Afternoon game drive in the reserve – home to lions, elephants, cheetahs, wildebeests, and more

• Sunset views on the savannah, return for dinner and overnight stay

Accommodation: Zebra Plains Camp / Mara Sopa Lodge / Enkorok Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

🗓️ Day 3: Full-Day Safari in Maasai Mara

• Full day of game drives with picnic lunch inside the park

• Explore the Mara River – famous for wildebeest crossings and hippo pools

• Spot Africa’s Big Five: lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, and rhino

• Optional visit to a Maasai village to learn about local traditions and culture (at extra cost)

• Return to lodge for dinner and storytelling around the campfire

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

🗓️ Day 4: Maasai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

• Early breakfast and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park

• Check-in and lunch at lodge

• Afternoon game drive around the lake, famous for its flamingos, pelicans, and white & black rhinos

• Also spot giraffes, waterbucks, leopards, and over 400 bird species

• Dinner and overnight at your lodge

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge / Ziwa Bush Lodge / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

🗓️ Day 5: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha – Return to Nairobi

• Breakfast and morning transfer to Lake Naivasha

• Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha among hippos and water birds

• Optional walking safari on Crescent Island Game Sanctuary

• Lunch en route, then drive back to Nairobi in the afternoon

• Drop-off at the airport or your hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

✅ Package Inclusions

• All ground transport in 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

• Accommodation in safari lodges or tented camps (4 nights)

• All meals as per itinerary

• Park entry fees for Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Lake Naivasha

• Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver

• Boat ride on Lake Naivasha

• Bottled water during game drives

• Airport transfers in Nairobi

❌ Package Exclusions

• International flights to/from Kenya

• Travel insurance & visa fees

• Personal expenses (drinks, tips, laundry)

• Maasai village visit (optional)

• Additional activities not listed

🧳 What to Bring

• Passport & yellow fever certificate

• Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen

• Camera or smartphone with good zoom

• Binoculars (optional but recommended)

• Comfortable clothing for warm & cool weather

• Closed shoes for walking

• Light jacket or sweater for early mornings

💬 Why Book with Travel Miles?

• Cross-border experts in East African safaris

• Experienced guides with deep wildlife knowledge

• Handpicked accommodations for comfort and safety

• Transparent pricing and tailored options

• We handle everything – from airport to wilderness and back