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15 Five-Day Safaris in Kenya Worth Booking

36 tours  ·  from $553 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 five-day safaris justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

5 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Naivasha Budget Joining Safari - Day two: A full day among Masai Mara wildlife
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5 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Naivasha Budget Joining Safari

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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5 Days Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, & Masai Mara - Day 2: Rhinos and birdlife at Lake Nakuru
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5 Days Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, & Masai Mara

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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5-Day Masai Mara Lake Nakuru and Naivasha Small-group Safari Tour - Day 2: A full day searching Masai Mara
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5-Day Masai Mara Lake Nakuru and Naivasha Small-group Safari Tour

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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5 Days Magical Kenya Safari Private Tour - Day 1: Ol Pejeta and an evening among wildlife
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5 Days Magical Kenya Safari Private Tour

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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Climbing Mount Kenya 5 Days Via Chogoria Route - Day 1: Nairobi to the Mount Kenya Bandas
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Climbing Mount Kenya 5 Days Via Chogoria Route

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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Olpejeta, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara 5 Days Private Kenya Jeep tour - Chimpanzees and black rhinos at Ol Pejeta
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Olpejeta, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara 5 Days Private Kenya Jeep tour

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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5-Day Safari Tour in 3 National Parks - Day one: from Diani Beach to Tsavo West
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5-Day Safari Tour in 3 National Parks

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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5-Day Lakes and Masai Mara Plains 4 x 4 Safari - Day 1: Rift Valley views, Lake Naivasha, and Hell’s Gate
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5-Day Lakes and Masai Mara Plains 4 x 4 Safari

8.5-Day Lakes and Masai Mara Plains 4 x 4 Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $2,650

You’ll travel privately from Nairobi through Lake Naivasha, Hell’s Gate, Lake Nakuru, and Maasai Mara in an open-roof safari van. Expect bird watching, rhino and giraffe sightings, several game drives, full-board lodging, an English-speaking driver-guide, and optional Maasai village or balloon visits.

“Absolutely amazing experience, so much more than I expected! The guide was very knowledgeable, knew all the best spots and worked hard to make sure I saw everything. Was very understanding on the things I wanted to skip. The accomRead more”

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5 Days Maasai mara, Lake Nakuru, samburu private lodge safari - Day two: a full day across Maasai Mara
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5 Days Maasai mara, Lake Nakuru, samburu private lodge safari

9.5 Days Maasai mara, Lake Nakuru, samburu private lodge safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $4,142

Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Samburu on a five-day private lodge safari. Expect repeated game drives, full-board meals, air-conditioned transport, Wi-Fi, and guides such as Juma or Fred Juma when available. The route covers big cats, rhinos, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, birds, and Samburu’s northern wildlife.

“The 5-day Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Samburu private lodge safari was an unforgettable adventure, blending breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and luxury accommodations. From the vast savannahs of the Maasai Mara, wRead more”

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5-Day 4 Nights Masai Mara-L Nakuru-Hell's Gate Budget Safari - Day one: from Nairobi to the Masai Mara
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5-Day 4 Nights Masai Mara-L Nakuru-Hell’s Gate Budget Safari

10.5-Day 4 Nights Masai Mara-L Nakuru-Hell’s Gate Budget Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $553Best value

Travel from Nairobi in a shared safari van with a pop-up roof, spending two days in the Masai Mara before visiting Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Hell’s Gate. Expect English-speaking driver-guides, budget lodging, meals, game drives, and a walking tour. Boat rides and cycling may require confirmation.

“5-Day Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Hell's Gate budget safari”

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Nairobi: 5 Days Maasai Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha Tour - Day two: a full day among Mara predators
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Nairobi: 5 Days Maasai Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha Tour

11.5 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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5-Day Private Tour in Kenya's Best Game Parks - Day 2: Lake Nakuru, rhinos, and a picnic above the water
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5-Day Private Tour in Kenya’s Best Game Parks

12.5-Day Private Tour in Kenya’s Best Game Parks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · from $1,425

This five-day private safari links Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, and Maasai Mara, with pickup in Nairobi, private group travel, game drives, a picnic above Lake Nakuru, and an optional Maasai village visit. Guides may include experienced drivers such as Alex Masila. Expect long road days and an active schedule.

“We did a 5 day 4 night safari in August with Alex Masila (both driver and guide) who has 15 years of safari experience. We spent 1.5 days in Lake Nakuru and 2.5 days in Masai Mara and saw the big 5 and countless other game and bird as well. LRead more”

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Tsavo East & west, Amboseli 5days from Mombasa - Day 1: Tsavo East and the road to Voi
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Tsavo East & west, Amboseli 5days from Mombasa

13.Tsavo East & west, Amboseli 5days from Mombasa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $1,100

Travel from Mombasa through Tsavo East, Tsavo West, and Amboseli on a private five-day safari with a driver-guide. You will ride between parks, enjoy daily game drives, stay at safari lodges, eat included meals, and finish near Nairobi. A first-class train ticket from Emali to Mombasa can be arranged, but it is not included.

“Un safari parfait entre Mombasa et Nairobi passant par Tsavo East + West pour finir par 2 jours dans le merveilleux parc d’Amboseli. Nous avons vu beaucoup de belles choses et bien sûr plein d’animaux !”

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5 Days safari to Maasai Mara ,Lake Nakuru and Hell's gate national park - Day 2: A full day beside the Mara River
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5 Days safari to Maasai Mara ,Lake Nakuru and Hell’s gate national park

14.5 Days safari to Maasai Mara ,Lake Nakuru and Hell’s gate national park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $1,831

Travel from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley to Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Hell's Gate. Expect private transport, a pop-up roof safari car, game drives, a boat ride, and optional biking. Guides such as Sammy, Fred, Ronald, Ambrose, and George are noted for strong wildlife knowledge and personal service.

“I spent 5 days in beautiful nature. It was truly amazing. I was able to meet not only the big 5 animals, but also many other animals. Also, my guide Fred was very good. I highly recommend this tour.”

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Safari in Tsavo and Amboseli for 5 Days and 4 Nights - Day 2: Tsavo East to Tsavo West
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Safari in Tsavo and Amboseli for 5 Days and 4 Nights

15.Safari in Tsavo and Amboseli for 5 Days and 4 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $1,000

Travel from Nairobi to Tsavo East, Tsavo West, and Amboseli on a private five-day safari for your group. Expect hotel or airport pickup, game drives, accommodation, meals, a Maasai community visit, and a final drive back to Nairobi. Park fees cost extra, and the schedule includes a Voi SGR transfer option.

“Zu einer Kenia Reise gehört natürlich auch eine Safari dazu. Die drei Parks bieten, mit dem richtigen Guide (den wir auch hatten!) eine riesige Tiervielfalt, wie man sie aus einer Dokumentation über Afrika kennt. Gehen wir mal ins Detail: Gleich Read more”

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