GROUP OR PRIVATE, 4x4 JEEP SAFARI

Kenyan taste safari

Tour features

Days5 Days 4 Nights
HighlightsSightseeing Tours, Adventure Tours, Safari Tours
TransportJeep afari

A 5-Day Kenyan Taste Safari focuses on exploring Kenya’s diverse landscapes, wildlife, and culture in a shorter time frame. The itinerary would allow you to experience some of the country’s most iconic national parks, wildlife, and a taste of local culture.

Your Safari Starts: A Journey through Kenya’s Wilderness

As your safari begins, you’re welcomed by the fresh morning air, the sounds of birds and distant wildlife, and the sight of a vast African landscape stretching before you.

Day 1: Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park – Lake Nakuru Lodge (L D)
After an early arrival at the Airport, you get a very warm welcome by our professional driver- guide; we will then have a first tour briefing and proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park. Here, we visit Lake Nakuru one of the most well-known lakes of the Rift Valley famous all over the world for its flamingos, this lake is one of the natural wonders of the world. At times, there are up to 2 million flamingos at the lake, which forms a beautiful pink ribbon around the lake shores. Check in at Lake Nakuru Lodge for our delicious lunch after which we will have some short time to rest, in the late afternoon, we will have evening game drives where we will have a good chance of seeing rhinos and leopards. As the sun is going down we come back to our Lodge for dinner and overnight. From our Lodge, we have a magnificent view over the lake.

Day 2: Masai Mara National Park – Mara Osero Tented camp (B L D)
After an early safari and breakfast, we drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve considered as one of the largest and most beautiful protected areas of Kenya and reveal the originality of Africa. Arrive and check in at Mara Osero camp time for lunch , After lunch we will have some time to relax before we embark on the first game drive through the savannah landscape of the Masai Mara Game Reserve, with a good chance to track down the Big Five (elephant, buffalo, lion, rhino, leopard).

Day 3: Masai Mara National Park – Mara Osero Tented camp (B L D)
After breakfast, we will do full day game drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve. This park is famous for its savannah landscapes and its wildlife concentration per square km. The prospects are good to observe all those fascinating animals that can usually only be seen in numerous nature documentaries. We will have a picnic at a site in the Mara River, bordering the Serengeti. The river is part of the Masai Mara-Serengeti ecosystem, which is particularly known for the largest wildlife migration on earth in the world. Every year, Wildebeests, zebras and antelopes form huge animal trains cross the brown, foaming river full of crocodiles.
Day 4: Lake Naivasha – Naivasha Sopa lodge
After breakfast, we drive to Lake Naivasha. Lake Naivasha the highest and most beautiful lake in the Rift Valley, where especially the bird-watchers, with over 400 documented bird species will be pleased. At an altitude of 1910 m, the water is crystal clear and surrounded by thick papyrus. Arrive and check in at Lake Naivasha Sopa lodge in time for Lunch, after a short rest, we will to a boat trip to the lake and experience more of the attractions found in the lake.
The Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge is surrounded by a vast terrain, which varies in the landscape. Thus we find steppe landscape, but also grass and trees come close like in a local park. You may be able to observe the many animals roaming around the Lodge in search of food. At night it is fun to look out the window and see the hippopotamus within a few meters from the lodge warthogs or even giraffes on your way. Overnight and dinner at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge.

Day 5 Lake Naivasha – Nairobi
After breakfast, you will be transferred back to Nairobi, either drop off at the Airport or a Nairobi Hotel

PRICE INCLUDES
All park entrance fees
All game drives and transfers in a good customary minibus or Land cruiser on safari
Unlimited game drives up to 6pm (sundown)
Breakfast (B) / lunch (L) / dinner (D) as indicated
Accommodation in a double room in mentioned accommodations or similar
Local English speaking driver guide.
Enough bottled water each day
Detailed travel information.


PRICE DO NOT INCLUDE
International flight.
Visa for Kenya (about USD 50)
Beverages
Tips

-Lake Nakuru National Park
-Masai Mara National Park
-Lake Naivasha National Park
-Lake Nakuru Lodge (L D)
-Mara Osero Tented camp (B L D)
-Naivasha Sopa lodge

Favourable Time

June to October and January and February

High Season

June to October and December to March

Low Season

April and May

Best Weather

June to October

Best Weather

March, April and May (Peak of the Wet season)

Dry Season (June to October) – Best Time for Wildlife Viewing

  • Weather: These months are cooler and drier, which makes wildlife easier to spot as animals gather around water sources.
  • Great Migration: This is the peak of the wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara, especially between July and October. This is a highlight for many visitors.
  • Wildlife Viewing: Since vegetation is less dense, animals are more visible in the open savannah, and predators are more active, making this the best time for general game viewing.
  • Temperatures: Daytime temperatures are usually mild, ranging from 24°C to 28°C (75°F to 82°F), with cooler mornings and evenings.

 

2. Short Rainy Season (November to December)

  • Weather: Occasional short rains, usually in the form of afternoon showers, but still lots of sunshine.
  • Wildlife Viewing: The rains can make animals a bit harder to spot, but it’s a quieter time to visit, and many areas are lush and green, which offers a different perspective.
  • Benefits: Fewer tourists, and some safari lodges and camps offer lower rates during this season.
  • Temperatures: Temperatures can range between 20°C and 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

 

3. Long Rainy Season (March to May) – Low Season

  • Weather: This is the wettest period in Kenya, with frequent and intense rains, making some roads difficult to travel, especially in remote areas.
  • Wildlife Viewing: The rain can create a more challenging safari experience as animals tend to spread out more and are harder to spot. However, birdwatching is excellent during this time as many migratory birds are in Kenya.
  • Benefits: The rainy season is the least crowded time of year, and many lodges offer significant discounts, which can make for a more budget-friendly trip.
  • Temperatures: Similar to the short rains, temperatures range from 20°C to 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

 

4. Shoulder Season (January to February)

  • Weather: This is generally a dry period, with warm to hot temperatures and little rainfall. It’s often considered one of the best times for safaris.
  • Wildlife Viewing: During this period, game viewing is excellent as animals gather around water sources. The landscapes are still lush and green from the rainy season, but the grass is shorter, making wildlife spotting easier.
  • Temperatures: This is the hottest time of year, with temperatures averaging between 25°C and 30°C (77°F to 86°F).