4 Days Premium Rift Valley Overland Safari: Mara to Naivasha

Explore Kenya on a 4-day premium Rift Valley road safari from Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha with private drives and luxury lodging.

Travel through Kenya’s Great Rift Valley for Maasai Mara wildlife, scenic road experiences and a peaceful Lake Naivasha finale.

Our 4-Day Premium Rift Valley Overland Safari: Mara to Naivasha is designed for travellers who want the road journey, wildlife and landscapes to feel like one connected Kenya experience. You will travel privately from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley and Narok to the Maasai Mara, where an afternoon game drive and a full-day safari provide opportunities to observe lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, hyenas and birds. On Day 3, our journey continues from the Mara to Lake Naivasha through changing highland and Rift Valley scenery. Your final morning may include a boat safari, Crescent Island nature walk or guided birdwatching activity when confirmed in the package. Private transport, premium accommodation, carefully planned meal stops and personalised guiding make this package suitable for couples, friends and first-time Kenya safari travellers who prefer a drive-in, drive-out adventure.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Nairobi to Maasai Mara
Day 2
Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari
Day 3
Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha
Day 4
Lake Naivasha Nature and Nairobi

Tour Features

Duration 4 Days
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Tour Mode Drive In – Drive Out
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Main Tour Focus Big 5 Safari
Tour Type Private Safari
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Special For Road Safari
Destination/Accommodation
Start/End
Nairobi
Tour Starting & Ending Point
1
Day 1
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight: Mara Leisure Camp
2
Day 2
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight: Mara Leisure Camp
3
Day 3
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight: Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
4
Day 4
LAKE NAIVASHA NATIONAL PARK
Overnight: LAKE NAIVASHA NATIONAL PARK
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Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara

Nairobi to Maasai Mara

Great Rift Valley Departure

At approximately 5:30 AM in Nairobi, our driver-guide will collect you from your hotel, residence or agreed meeting point. You will begin the private road journey through the Great Rift Valley toward Narok and the Maasai Mara.

Premium Mara Arrival

At around 12:00–1:00 PM near the Maasai Mara, you will check into your premium lodge or luxury tented camp and enjoy lunch. The early afternoon provides time to rest and prepare for the first safari.

Afternoon Mara Wildlife Drive

From approximately 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM inside the Maasai Mara, our guide will explore open plains and woodland in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes and other wildlife. You will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight rest.

Destination:
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight:
Mara Leisure Camp
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)

Day 2: Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari

Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari

Sunrise Savannah Experience

At around 6:00 AM inside the Maasai Mara, you will begin a full-day game drive during the cooler hours. Our guide will search for predators, elephants and grazing wildlife across different reserve areas.

Picnic Lunch in the Mara

At approximately 12:30 PM at an authorised picnic site, you will enjoy a packed lunch and a short rest. The guide may discuss the morning sightings before continuing through another wildlife zone.

Afternoon Game Viewing

From around 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM inside the Maasai Mara, you will continue searching for wildlife and scenic landscapes. You will return to your premium accommodation for dinner.

Destination:
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight:
Mara Leisure Camp
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)

Day 3: Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha

 Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha

Breakfast and Mara Departure

At approximately 6:30–7:00 AM near your Mara accommodation, you will enjoy breakfast and prepare for check-out. A short wildlife observation may be completed while leaving the reserve area when time permits.

Scenic Overland Transfer

From around 8:00 AM, you will travel through Narok and the Great Rift Valley toward Lake Naivasha. Lunch or refreshments will be arranged along the route before continuing to the lakeside area.

Premium Lake Naivasha Stay

At approximately 3:00–4:00 PM at Lake Naivasha, you will check into your premium lodge and enjoy a relaxed afternoon. You may observe birds in the lodge gardens or enjoy the lakeside scenery before dinner.

Destination:
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight:
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort

Day 4: Lake Naivasha Nature and Nairobi

Lake Naivasha Nature and Nairobi

Morning Lakeside Wildlife

At around 7:00 AM at Lake Naivasha, you may enjoy a confirmed boat safari, Crescent Island nature walk or guided birdwatching experience. Possible sightings include fish eagles, pelicans, herons, giraffes, zebras and antelopes.

Breakfast and Lodge Check-Out

At approximately 9:30 AM at your lakeside lodge, you will return for breakfast and organise your luggage. Check-out will normally be completed before late morning.

Return to Nairobi

From around 11:00 AM, you will travel through the Great Rift Valley toward Nairobi. A lunch or refreshment stop may be included before final drop-off.

Destination:
LAKE NAIVASHA NATIONAL PARK

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

  •   Private Tour (Sharing Price)
  • The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

  •   Group Joining Tour
  • Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

    Gamedrive Cost

    No of pax Adult Price Child Price
    1 Pax From $1,850 pp From $1,388 pp
    2 Pax From $1,350 pp From $1,013 pp
    3 Pax From $1,183 pp From $888 pp
    4 Pax From $1,100 pp From $825 pp
    5 Pax From $1,050 pp From $788 pp
    6 Pax From $1,017 pp From $763 pp
    7+ Pax From $993 pp From $745 pp

    PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

    Inclusions
  •  Rescue fee
  •  Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  •  All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  •  All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  •  All Taxes/VAT
  • Exclusions
  •  International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
  •  Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  •  Tips: tipping guideline
  •  Personal items
  •  Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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    RELATED FAQS ABOUT 4 Days Premium Rift Valley Overland Safari: Mara to Naivasha

    1. What makes this an overland safari?

    An overland safari uses a private road vehicle throughout the journey instead of domestic flights. This allows you to experience the Great Rift Valley, Narok and the changing landscapes between Nairobi, Maasai Mara and Lake Naivasha.

    2. Is the safari vehicle private?

    Yes. The package is planned with a private vehicle unless the final confirmation states otherwise. Private transport provides flexibility with seating, stops, photography and game-drive pacing.

    3. How long is the journey from Nairobi to Maasai Mara?

    The road journey generally takes about five and a half to six and a half hours depending on traffic, road conditions, reserve gate, lodge location and stops.

    4. How long is the transfer from Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha?

    The transfer usually takes several hours and varies according to the selected accommodation, reserve exit, road conditions and stops. The private vehicle allows reasonable comfort and meal breaks.

    5. Which wildlife may we see?

    Possible sightings include lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, antelopes and many birds. Wildlife remains natural and cannot be guaranteed.

    6. Is the Lake Naivasha activity included?

    The selected boat safari, Crescent Island walk or birdwatching activity is included only when listed in the final quotation. Weather and local operating conditions may affect the activity.

    7. Is the package suitable for first-time visitors?

    Yes. It combines Kenya’s famous savannah wildlife with Rift Valley landscapes and a lakeside nature experience, making it a varied introduction to the country.

    8. Are meals included?

    Meals are provided according to the confirmed accommodation plan. The typical arrangement includes lunch and dinner on Day 1, all meals on Day 2, breakfast and dinner on Day 3 and breakfast on Day 4.

    9. Can the safari finish somewhere other than Nairobi?

    Yes. The journey may finish at an airport, Nairobi hotel, Lake Nakuru or another agreed destination. Route changes can affect the final price.

    10. Can another destination be added?

    Yes. Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, Tsavo or a beach extension may be added according to your available time and budget.

    REVIEWS FOR Travel through Kenya’s Great Rift Valley for Maasai Mara wildlife, scenic road experiences and a peaceful Lake Naivasha finale.

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    5/5

    This package gave us much more than game drives. The road journey introduced us to the Great Rift Valley, Narok and the changing landscapes between destinations. Maasai Mara provided lions, elephants and giraffes, while Lake Naivasha added birds and a peaceful lakeside atmosphere. Our private vehicle was comfortable, and the guide managed every tra...
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