9 Five-Day Safaris in Kenya Worth Booking

1.5 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Naivasha Budget Joining Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · from $810Our pick

Spend five days traveling from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley to Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Hell's Gate. Expect shared transport for up to seven people, game drives, budget camp lodging, meals, bottled water, and a guide such as Francis, Dennis, Joseph, or Kush. Optional extras include a Maasai village visit and boat rides.

“I did the tour over Maasai Mara, Nakuru and Naivasha and it was great! Our driver was Kenn, great driver and great guide, he did everything to show us the big 5 and he succeeded on it. Always the correct information about place and animals. It’s amazing as he is in contact with lot of people to know where and when to drive. It was great, totally worth it.”

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2.5 Days Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, & Masai Mara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · from $2,671

Travel by private 4x4 Land Cruiser from Nairobi to Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara. Enjoy boat, walking, or horseback activities, then spend two nights on game drives with guides such as Steve, Moses, or Frank. Park fees, meals, binoculars, and accommodation are included.

“We discovered Marvels of Africa thru Trip Advisor.We were looking for a customised package and when we got in touch with them, they were right from the onset, supportive and very helpful in helping us design the trip as per our requirementRead more”

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3.5-Day Masai Mara Lake Nakuru and Naivasha Small-group Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $929

Join a small group of up to 15 for five days across Kenya’s Masai Mara and Great Rift Valley lakes. Expect game drives, picnic lunches, a certified guide, four nights of lodging, and wildlife such as rhinos, flamingos, hippos, lions, and possibly the Big Five. Guides may include Dickson, Solomon, or Peter Kapina.

“From the booking to the initial pickup at my hotel, Lencha kept in touch and made sure my questions were answered. Got a message the day before to let me know my pick up time, and then again in the morning to let me know my driver was oRead more”

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4.5 Days Magical Kenya Safari Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $2,671

Travel by private vehicle from Nairobi to Ol Pejeta, Lake Naivasha, and Maasai Mara in five days. You get game drives, a possible boat safari and Crescent Island walk, a Thompson’s Falls stop, and time for a Maasai cultural visit or balloon ride. Guide Steve has earned special praise for attentive, clear service.

“This safari is led by a professional company that does not leave you wanting for anything. Our tour guide Steve was one of the most informative, attentive professional that we have come across. We felt well looked after from safari lodges to hRead more”

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5.Climbing Mount Kenya 5 Days Via Chogoria Route

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $990

You spend five days crossing Mount Kenya by the scenic Chogoria Route and descend by Sirimon. Expect bamboo forest, Lake Ellis, Gorges Valley, Lake Michaelson, Point Lenana sunrise, tents, mountain bandas, and a private team that may include guides Juma, Patrick, Julius, and John.

“What an amazing time! The mountain itself is spectacular. There are so many different ecosystems you see along the hike. The waterfall, valley, peak, and cave were highlights of mine. The crew of Juma, Patrick, Julius, and John took great caRead more”

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6.Olpejeta, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara 5 Days Private Kenya Jeep tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $2,880

This private five-day safari links Ol Pejeta, Lake Naivasha, and Maasai Mara from Nairobi. You will look for chimpanzees and black rhinos, watch hippos from a boat, walk at Crescent Island, and spend two days on Mara game drives. Guides such as David, Thomas, Peter Kanyi, and Ezra have led trips, though your assigned guide may differ.

“I joined the tour with high expectations for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and it far exceeded my expectations. Not only did I have the luxury of a private tour for five days, but the impeccable support from our driver, David, allowed me to fully eRead more”

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7.5-Day Safari Tour in 3 National Parks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $3,030

Travel from Diani Beach into Tsavo West, Amboseli, and Tsavo East on a private five-day safari. Expect long road transfers, early game drives, elephant sightings, possible Kilimanjaro views, full-board meals, and a driver-guide such as Saidi, Henry, Richard, or Milton. The route gives you three very different parks in one well-filled trip.

“Had an amazing 4 day/3night safari experience. Our guide was Saidi who provided a 5* service and was very friendly and knowledgeable about the local wildlife and the surrounding areas. We will definitely recommend Saidi and Natural world safaris to family & friends.”

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8.5 Days Maasai Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 9 reviews · 5 days · from $1,285

Travel from Nairobi through Kenya’s finest wildlife stops in five days. You’ll ride in a pop-up-roof safari vehicle, search for the Big Five with guides such as George or Jame, sleep in self-contained Mara tents, cruise Lake Naivasha, and cycle or drive through Hell’s Gate.

“Saw the big 5 as well as a load of other amazing animals. Our driver and guide was outstanding throughout the trip. Hells gate bike ride was really great fun too”

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9.Mt. Kenya hike: 5 Days Hike to Lenana Peak Via Sirimon route

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 4 reviews · 5 days · from $1,000

Climb Mount Kenya on a five day Sirimon to Chogoria route with an English speaking guide, porters, tents, meals, water, and rescue insurance included. You will hike through forest, heathland, Mackinder’s Valley, and Gorges Valley before reaching Point Lenana at sunrise. Guide Ken has earned praise for his humor and helpful support.

“Perfect team, funny and helpfull guide Ken😁. Grea experience. I can recommend.”

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