5 Days Mid-Range Kenya Safari – Nairobi, Maasai Mara & Lake Naivasha
Experience Kenya's spectacular wildlife, dramatic landscapes and Great Rift Valley scenery on this 5 Days Mid-Range Kenya Safari from Nairobi to Maasai Mara and Lake Naivasha.
Designed for travellers who want a comfortable safari experience without the premium price of a luxury itinerary, this package combines exciting wildlife encounters in the Maasai Mara National Reserve with the peaceful scenery and aquatic wildlife of Lake Naivasha.
Your safari begins in Nairobi, Kenya's capital and an important gateway for safari adventures. From Nairobi, travel through the magnificent Great Rift Valley countryside toward the world-famous Maasai Mara.
Experience the Wildlife of Maasai Mara
The Maasai Mara National Reserve is the wildlife highlight of this itinerary.
Spend two nights exploring expansive savannah landscapes where wildlife roams freely. Game drives provide opportunities to search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, antelopes and numerous bird species.
Leopards also occur in the ecosystem but can be more elusive.
The Maasai Mara forms part of the greater Mara-Serengeti ecosystem and is internationally associated with the seasonal Great Wildebeest Migration. Depending on the season and natural herd movements, visitors may encounter large concentrations of wildebeest and zebras. Specific migration movements and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.
Your full day in the Mara gives you time to explore different wildlife habitats while your professional safari guide searches for memorable sightings.
Discover Beautiful Lake Naivasha
After Maasai Mara, continue through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha, one of Kenya's best-known freshwater lakes.
Lake Naivasha offers a completely different experience from traditional vehicle-based game drives. Its waters and surrounding acacia habitat support hippos and abundant birdlife. Kenya's official tourism information highlights Lake Naivasha for its hippos, birdlife and widely available boat excursions.
A Lake Naivasha boat safari provides an opportunity to explore the lake while observing aquatic birds and hippos from an appropriate distance.
Travellers can also add a Crescent Island walking experience, depending on the package selected. The island supports plains wildlife and can be reached by boat.
Comfortable Mid-Range Safari Experience
This package is designed around mid-range safari accommodation, providing a balance between comfort, location and value.
Depending on availability and the package booked, accommodation can include comfortable safari lodges, permanent tented camps and lakeside properties offering private rooms or tents, en-suite facilities, restaurants and relaxing surroundings.
The itinerary is particularly suitable for:
- Couples
- Families
- Friends and small groups
- First-time Kenya safari travellers
- Wildlife photographers
- Honeymooners
- International visitors
- Kenya residents
- Travellers combining safari and beach holidays
With exciting Maasai Mara game drives followed by the relaxing atmosphere of Lake Naivasha, this 5 Days Kenya Mid-Range Safari provides an excellent introduction to Kenya's wildlife and landscapes.
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be warmly welcomed by a representative from Boze Adventures.
After meeting your driver, enjoy a comfortable transfer to your selected mid-range hotel in Nairobi for check-in.
Depending on your arrival time, spend the remainder of the day relaxing after your flight or explore Nairobi at your leisure. Optional Nairobi excursions can be arranged depending on your arrival schedule.
Your safari driver-guide will brief you about the exciting journey ahead, covering the Maasai Mara National Reserve and Lake Naivasha.
Enjoy your first night in Kenya and prepare for your safari departure the following morning.
After breakfast at your Nairobi hotel, meet your professional Boze Adventures safari driver-guide and depart for the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Travel through the spectacular Great Rift Valley landscapes before continuing through Narok toward the Maasai Mara.
Arrive at your selected mid-range lodge or tented camp in time for lunch, depending on road conditions and departure time.
Later, embark on your first Maasai Mara game drive, searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, antelopes and other wildlife.
Return to your lodge or camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mid-Range Lodge/Tented Camp
After breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive across the magnificent Maasai Mara.
Spend the day exploring the reserve's open savannahs and wildlife-rich habitats while searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, hyenas and numerous antelope species. Leopards also occur in the ecosystem but are naturally more elusive.
Depending on the day's wildlife movements, your guide may explore toward the Mara River and other productive game-viewing areas.
During the migration season, large herds of wildebeest and zebras may move through the Mara ecosystem, although their movements and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.
Enjoy a picnic lunch where applicable before continuing with your afternoon game drive.
Return to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, check out and depart Maasai Mara for Lake Naivasha.
Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel through Kenya's Great Rift Valley toward the freshwater lake.
Upon arrival at Lake Naivasha, check into your selected mid-range lodge and enjoy lunch or refreshments depending on arrival time.
Later, head to the lakeshore for a Lake Naivasha boat safari, where you can enjoy views of the lake while looking for hippos and numerous species of aquatic birds.
Depending on the confirmed package and arrival time, an optional Crescent Island walking safari can also be arranged.
Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation after an exciting day.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your Lake Naivasha accommodation.
Take in the peaceful surroundings one final time before checking out and beginning your journey back to Nairobi.
Travel through the Great Rift Valley toward Kenya's capital.
Depending on your schedule, stops can be made along the route before continuing to Nairobi.
Upon arrival, your Boze Adventures driver-guide will transfer you to your hotel, residence or agreed drop-off location.
Airport transfer can also be arranged according to your confirmed safari package and flight schedule.
Your unforgettable 5 Days Mid-Range Kenya Safari – Nairobi, Maasai Mara & Lake Naivasha comes to an end with memories of the Maasai Mara's wildlife, Great Rift Valley scenery and the tranquil waters of Lake Naivasha.
5 Days / 4 Nights Mid-Range Kenya Safari Rates
Explore Maasai Mara and Lake Naivasha with comfortable mid-range accommodation, exciting wildlife game drives and memorable Great Rift Valley experiences.
| Start Dates | 1 Pax 1 Room | 2 Pax 1 Room | 3 Pax 2 Rooms | 4 Pax 2 Rooms | 5 Pax 3 Rooms | 6 Pax 3 Rooms | 7 Pax 4 Rooms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 | $ 3,397 | $ 2,266 | $ 2,068 | $ 1,834 | $ 1,802 | $ 1,691 | $ 1,688 |
| Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 20, 2026 | $ 2,796 | $ 1,880 | $ 1,681 | $ 1,520 | $ 1,488 | $ 1,401 | $ 1,394 |
| Dec 21 2026 - Jan 03, 2027 | $ 3,535 | $ 2,404 | $ 2,206 | $ 1,972 | $ 1,940 | $ 1,829 | $ 1,826 |
| Jan 4, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027 | $ 2,597 | $ 1,673 | $ 1,502 | $ 1,314 | $ 1,283 | $ 1,194 | $ 1,189 |
| Apr 1, 2027 - Jun 30, 2027 | $ 2,443 | $ 1,555 | $ 1,372 | $ 1,196 | $ 1,158 | $ 1,076 | $ 1,066 |
| Jul 1, 2027 - Oct 31, 2027 | $ 3,460 | $ 2,314 | $ 2,121 | $ 1,883 | $ 1,854 | $ 1,739 | $ 1,739 |
| Nov 1, 2027 - Dec 20, 2027 | $ 2,827 | $ 1,903 | $ 1,732 | $ 1,544 | $ 1,513 | $ 1,424 | $ 1,419 |
| Dec 21 2028 - Jan 03, 2028 | $ 3,598 | $ 2,453 | $ 2,260 | $ 2,022 | $ 1,992 | $ 1,878 | $ 1,877 |
Important: Rates vary depending on travel dates, number of travellers, accommodation availability and applicable park/reserve fees. Contact Boze Adventures with your preferred travel dates and group size for an accurate personalized quotation.
The safari begins in Nairobi and covers Maasai Mara National Reserve and Lake Naivasha before returning to Nairobi.
The recommended itinerary includes 4 nights – two nights in Maasai Mara and two nights at Lake Naivasha.
A mid-range safari offers a balance between affordability and comfort. Accommodation typically includes established lodges, resorts or permanent tented camps with comfortable beds, private bathrooms and restaurant facilities.
The Maasai Mara ecosystem supports members of the Big Five. However, wildlife is free-ranging, and sightings of particular species cannot be guaranteed.
The Maasai Mara forms part of the wider Mara-Serengeti migration ecosystem. Migration movements vary according to rainfall, grazing and other natural conditions, so specific dates and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.
The boat safari can be included in your package. Your final Boze Adventures quotation should clearly specify whether the activity is included in the rate.
Lake Naivasha is particularly known for hippos and extensive birdlife. Official Kenya tourism information highlights more than 400 recorded bird species in the broader lake area.
Yes. Crescent Island can be incorporated as an optional walking experience, depending on the final package.
Yes. The itinerary is suitable for families, couples, friends and small groups. A private safari also allows greater flexibility around game-drive schedules and stops.
The itinerary can be operated privately. The exact safari arrangement should be specified in your final quotation.
A customized safari vehicle with a pop-up roof can be used to provide good visibility during game drives and wildlife photography. Specify the exact vehicle category in your final package.
Yes. Mid-range accommodation can be upgraded to luxury lodges or tented camps, subject to availability and additional charges.
Yes. Boze Adventures can customize accommodation, activities, travel dates, number of nights and other elements according to the client's preferences and budget.
Yes. Lake Nakuru can be added, although extending the safari may provide a more comfortable itinerary.
Yes. For clients wanting Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli, your 7 Days Kenya Mid-Range Safari provides a more comprehensive circuit.
Yes. The expansive landscapes and variety of wildlife make Maasai Mara particularly attractive for wildlife and landscape photography.
Pack comfortable neutral-coloured clothing, walking shoes, a warm layer for early mornings, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, binoculars, camera equipment, personal medication and required travel documents.
The safari starts and ends in Nairobi, Kenya, unless another arrangement is confirmed.
Early booking is advisable, particularly during popular travel periods and when clients have specific mid-range lodges or tented camps in mind.
Provide your travel dates, number of travellers, number and ages of children, nationality and accommodation preferences so Boze Adventures can prepare a personalized safari quotation.
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