← All safari journeys

CT-21 · Camptrek · Itinerary reference

The Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha

Follow Mara game drives with Nakuru and Naivasha, bringing together plains wildlife, birdlife and a lake excursion.

5 days · Kenya

Maasai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha

Camptrek itinerary illustrationCamptrek · The Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha

Explore the itinerary

Journey overview

Follow Mara game drives with Nakuru and Naivasha, bringing together plains wildlife, birdlife and a lake excursion.

  • Lodge or tented-camp accommodation
  • Private itinerary
  • Accommodation or route changes by arrangement
  • Source accepts solo bookings
  • Dates subject to availability
  • Children accepted; check individual activities

Source platform: Camptrek. Operator: Camptrek Safaris. This independently prepared reference does not represent a WeGoSafari field journey.

WeGoSafari route map

The Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha

Main destinations in sequence. Connections show the broad route, not roads, flight paths or mountain trails.

Map enhancement is loading; the route list is readable now.

Route map enhancement

Use the map to understand the stops and transfers. Confirm the driving routes and travel times when finalizing your plan.

Daily areas and overnight options

Use the daily areas to assess the pace, then compare overnight bases. Named properties come from the source tour and are not reservations. Confirm rooms, meals and activities for your dates.

Days 1–2

Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Maasai Mara

Day 1 · Travel from Nairobi to the Mara via the Rift Valley, about 280 km and 5–6 hours. Have lunch at camp, then take an afternoon drive before dinner.

Day 2 · Start with an early drive, then choose a lodge break or remain out with a picnic lunch. Continue exploring in the afternoon, with all three meals listed.

Meals
The overall plan lists breakfast, lunch, dinner and water. Confirm the coverage for this stay in the quote.
Travel estimate
280 km · 5–6 hours

Overnight choices for these days

ASarova Mara Game Camp

These photos illustrate the named property. Confirm the room category, availability and final overnight choice in writing.

Visit Sarova Mara Game Camp website ↗
BAshnil Mara Camp

These photos illustrate the named property. Confirm the room category, availability and final overnight choice in writing.

Visit Ashnil Mara Camp website ↗
CMara Serena Safari lodge

These photos illustrate the named property. Confirm the room category, availability and final overnight choice in writing.

Visit Mara Serena Safari lodge website ↗

Day 3

Maasai Mara → Lake Nakuru

Drive to Nakuru, roughly 230 km and 4–5 hours. After lunch, explore rhino habitat and lakeshore birdlife before returning to the lodge.

Meals
The overall plan lists breakfast, lunch, dinner and water. Confirm the coverage for this stay in the quote.
Travel estimate
230 km · 4–5 hours

Accommodation choices

ASarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

These photos illustrate the named property. Confirm the room category, availability and final overnight choice in writing.

Visit Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge website ↗
BThe Cliff

These photos illustrate the named property. Confirm the room category, availability and final overnight choice in writing.

Visit The Cliff website ↗

Day 4

Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha

Make the short transfer to Naivasha, around 90 km and two hours, for an afternoon boat outing. A guided Crescent Island walk is optional; confirm its additional cost.

Meals
The overall plan lists breakfast, lunch, dinner and water. Confirm the coverage for this stay in the quote.
Travel estimate
90 km · 2 hours

Accommodation choices

AGreat Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort

These photos illustrate the named property. Confirm the room category, availability and final overnight choice in writing.

Visit Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort website ↗
BMuthu Lake Naivasha Country Club

These photos illustrate the named property. Confirm the room category, availability and final overnight choice in writing.

Visit Muthu Lake Naivasha Country Club website ↗
CLake Naivasha Sopa Lodge

These photos illustrate the named property. Confirm the room category, availability and final overnight choice in writing.

Visit Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge website ↗

Day 5

Lake Naivasha → Nairobi

Return to Nairobi after breakfast, around 95 km and 2–3 hours, for a hotel or airport drop-off. Only breakfast is listed.

Meals
The overall plan lists breakfast, lunch, dinner and water. Confirm the coverage for this stay in the quote.
Travel estimate
95 km · 2–3 hours

Tour ends; no overnight stay included.

Published rates per person

USD reference rates per person for two adults sharing. Confirm travel dates for any season-only quotation.

Source checked 2026-10-12. Confirm the final room category, price and availability with the operator.

Source rate schedule · per person
Departure periodSolo / one roomTwo people / one room
LOW SESON — confirm datesUS$ 4,489US$ 2,597
PEAK SEASON — confirm datesUS$ 6,172US$ 3,627

Dates, party size and room choices affect the price. Check transport, flights, park entry, meals and cancellation terms together.

Inclusions & exclusions

Included

  • Non-resident park entry charges
  • Scheduled activities, excluding optional extras
  • Listed accommodation at the standard quoted category
  • Scheduled transport, excluding optional upgrades
  • Taxes and VAT included in the quoted arrangement
  • Arrival and departure airport transfers
  • Meals specified for each day
  • Drinks explicitly specified in the itinerary

Excluded

  • International flights to and from your home country
  • Extra nights before or after the itinerary
  • Tips; the source suggests US$10 per traveller per day
  • Personal spending, visas and individual travel insurance
  • Later government increases in taxes or park charges

Review meals day by day. Optional activities and room upgrades follow the source terms.

Request your quotation

Request a written quote for your dates and party. Compare vehicle arrangements, airport transfers, park and tracking permits, room categories, meals and cancellation terms together.

Wildlife viewing and migration depend on natural conditions. Check gorilla permits, flight connections and optional activities separately.

View the source and request a quote on Camptrek ↗Complete the journey inquiry

Source information

Operator: Camptrek Safaris · Checked: 2026-10-12

Camptrek · Camptrek Safaris ↗