5-Day Roaring Kenya – Mid-Range Safari
The 5-Day Roaring Kenya Mid-Range Safari is a compact yet powerful wildlife adventure designed for travelers who want to experience Kenya’s most iconic national parks within a short timeframe.
This safari takes you through the legendary plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve, the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park, and the elephant-rich landscapes of Amboseli National Park, famous for its breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Travel in a pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle, ensuring excellent wildlife viewing and photography opportunities throughout the journey.
Carefully selected mid-range lodges and tented camps provide comfort and relaxation after exciting game drives.
With expert guides leading every safari, this itinerary maximizes wildlife encounters while maintaining a comfortable pace.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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Travelers seeking a short but comprehensive Kenya safari tour.
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Couples, families, and small groups wanting a privately guided safari experience.
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First-time safari visitors hoping to see the Big 5 in Kenya’s most famous parks.
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Wildlife enthusiasts looking for diverse landscapes and animal encounters.
Why This Safari Is Best
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Iconic Parks Combination: Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli in one journey.
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Big 5 Opportunities: Excellent wildlife viewing across all three parks.
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Scenic Landscapes: Rift Valley lakes, savannah plains, and Mount Kilimanjaro views.
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Efficient Travel: Carefully planned routes minimize long travel days.
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Expert Safari Guides: Increase chances of spotting wildlife and learning about ecosystems.
Tour Highlights
Big 5 wildlife viewing in Masai Mara National Reserve
Rhino sightings in Lake Nakuru National Park
Elephant herds roaming beneath Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli
Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
Comfortable mid-range lodges and tented camps
Guided safari game drives in a pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Day 1
Nairobi → Masai Mara National Reserve
Your Kenya safari tour begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi in a pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle.
The journey to the Masai Mara takes approximately 5–6 hours (280 km) and passes through the spectacular Great Rift Valley with a scenic stop for photography.
Arrive at your mid-range lodge or tented camp in time for lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive.
The Masai Mara is known for its incredible wildlife density including lions, elephants, buffalo, cheetahs, and large herds of plains game.
As the sun sets over the savannah, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Nairobi → Masai Mara – 5–6 hours (280 km) by pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 2
Full-Day Masai Mara Safari
Spend the day exploring the vast plains of the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife reserves.
Early morning game drives offer excellent opportunities to see predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs hunting across the savannah.
Continue exploring different areas of the reserve throughout the day while enjoying a picnic lunch in the park.
Depending on the season, you may also witness the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras move across the plains.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Full-day game drives in pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and travel toward Lake Nakuru National Park, a journey of approximately 5–6 hours (300 km) through the Great Rift Valley landscapes.
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge followed by an afternoon game drive.
Lake Nakuru is famous for its flamingos and is one of Kenya’s best places to see both black and white rhinos.
Other wildlife includes lions, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffalo, and numerous bird species.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru – 5–6 hours (300 km) by pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle
Accommodation
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Day 4
Lake Nakuru → Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and drive to Amboseli National Park, located near the Kenya–Tanzania border.
The journey takes approximately 6–7 hours (370 km) through changing landscapes from the Rift Valley to the southern plains of Kenya.
Arrive in the afternoon and check into your lodge before heading out for an evening game drive.
Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain.
As the sun sets, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Lake Nakuru → Amboseli – 6–7 hours (370 km) by pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle
Accommodation
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Day 5
Amboseli → Nairobi
Wake up early for a final morning game drive in Amboseli, offering one more chance to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly lions with Mount Kilimanjaro providing a dramatic backdrop.
After breakfast at the lodge, begin the return journey to Nairobi.
The drive takes approximately 4–5 hours (240 km) through Maasai lands and scenic countryside.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon for hotel drop-off or airport transfer, marking the end of your Roaring Kenya Safari adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transport: Amboseli → Nairobi – 4–5 hours (240 km) by pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle
Accommodation
No Accomodations ( End of the Tour )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
| Month/Season | Solo - 1 Room | 2 People - 1 Room |
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| Mar 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026 | $2,235 | $1,540 |
| Apr 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026 | $2,115 | $1,460 |
| Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026 | $2,235 | $1,540 |
| Jun 15, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026 | $2,520 | $1,730 |
| Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026 | $2,720 | $1,930 |
| Oct 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 | $2,540 | $1,810 |
| Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 14, 2026 | $2,435 | $1,740 |
| Dec 15, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $2,720 | $1,930 |
| Jan 1, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | $2,280 | $1,570 |
| Mar 1, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027 | $2,235 | $1,540 |
| Apr 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027 | $2,115 | $1,460 |
| Jun 1, 2027 - Jun 14, 2027 | $2,235 | $1,540 |
| Jun 15, 2027 - Jun 30, 2027 | $2,520 | $1,730 |
| Jul 1, 2027 - Sep 30, 2027 | $2,720 | $1,930 |
| Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 31, 2027 | $2,540 | $1,810 |
| Nov 1, 2027 - Dec 14, 2027 | $2,435 | $1,740 |
| Dec 15, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 | $2,720 | $1,930 |