Wildlife
5-Day Ol Pejeta, Naivasha & Maasai Mara Safari
5.0 · 234 reviews
Overview
Discover Kenya’s diverse landscapes and incredible wildlife on a 5-day safari combining Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Naivasha and the world-famous Maasai Mara.
Begin your adventure at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, where you’ll enjoy exciting game drives and have the opportunity to see rhinos, elephants, lions, giraffes and other wildlife. Visit the chimpanzee sanctuary and learn about the conservancy’s important wildlife conservation efforts, with beautiful views of Mount Kenya adding to the experience.
Continue to Lake Naivasha and explore the spectacular scenery around Hell’s Gate National Park. Enjoy a nature-filled experience with dramatic cliffs, gorges, wildlife and opportunities for activities such as walking or cycling. You can also take a relaxing boat ride on Lake Naivasha, surrounded by hippos and abundant birdlife.
The final part of your safari takes you to the Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Enjoy extensive game drives across the open savannah in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife. With two nights in the Mara, you have more time to explore different areas of the reserve and enjoy unforgettable African sunsets.
This safari combines conservation, adventure, scenic landscapes and classic Big Five wildlife viewing, making it an ideal short Kenya safari for travelers looking to experience several of the country’s highlights in just five days.
Trip highlights
- Rhino Conservation
- Big Five Wildlife
- Chimpanzee Sanctuary
- Elephant Sightings
- Mount Kenya Views
- Game Drives
Day by day
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Day 1
Nairobi – Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Depart Nairobi in the morning and travel to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive with opportunities to see rhinos, elephants, lions, giraffes and other wildlife. Visit the chimpanzee sanctuary before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
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Day 2
Ol Pejeta – Lake Naivasha
Enjoy an early morning game drive before breakfast, giving you another chance to spot wildlife in the conservancy. After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride on the lake, with views of hippos and abundant birdlife.
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Day 3
Lake Naivasha – Hell’s Gate – Maasai Mara
After breakfast, explore Hell’s Gate National Park, known for its dramatic cliffs, gorges and scenic landscapes. Enjoy a nature walk or cycling experience before departing for the Maasai Mara. Arrive in the evening, check in and relax at your lodge.
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Day 4
Full-Day Maasai Mara Game Drive
Spend the day exploring the Maasai Mara on an extensive game drive. Search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes and other wildlife across the open savannah. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your afternoon game drive and returning to your lodge in the evening.
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Day 5
Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Start with an early morning game drive to experience the Mara at its most active. Return to the lodge for breakfast before departing for Nairobi, with lunch en route. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, marking the end of your safari.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dar es Salaam
- Private safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Nyerere National Park entry fees
- Full-day game drive
- Picnic lunch
- Bottled drinking water
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
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