7-Day Nairobi, Aberdares, Nakuru, Naivasha & Maasai Mara Road Safari

📍 Nairobi, Aberdares, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha & Maasai Mara, Kenya
7 Days · 6 Nights
From USD 1,803 / person
7 Days · 6 Nights
Cost includes: Airport transfers, accommodation, full-board meals (Days 2-6), breakfast (Days 1 & 7), game drives, professional multilingual driver-guide
Overview
Trip Route
1 1. Nairobi Nairobi 2 2. Aberdare National Park Aberdare National Park 3 3. Lake Nakuru National Park Lake Nakuru National Park 4 4. Lake Naivasha Lake Naivasha 5 5. Maasai Mara National Reserve Maasai Mara National Reserve
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Trip Route
7 Days · 6 Nights · 5 Stops
Day 1
Nairobi
Arrival and overnight in the capital
Day 2
Aberdare National Park
Highland forest wildlife viewing at the waterhole
Day 3
Lake Nakuru National Park
Flamingos, rhinos and Rothschild giraffes
Day 4
Lake Naivasha
Rift Valley lake, optional boat and walking safari
Day 5
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Big Five plains game and seasonal wildebeest migration
Trip Info

This classic 7-day road safari takes you on an unforgettable journey through some of Kenya's most iconic landscapes and wildlife habitats, from the misty highland forests of the Aberdares to the flamingo-fringed shores of Lake Nakuru and the sweeping golden plains of the Maasai Mara. You will travel in comfort with one of our experienced, multilingual driver-guides, fluent in English, Spanish, Chinese, German or French, ensuring every detail of your adventure is communicated with clarity and care. Each carefully selected lodge places you at the heart of nature, offering authentic encounters with Africa's Big Five and a wealth of birdlife along the way. At Africompass, we believe the journey is just as extraordinary as the destination, and this itinerary has been crafted to deliver both seamlessly. Flexible payment options mean securing your dream safari has never been easier.

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Day by Day Itinerary
Day 01 Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi

On Day 1 you will be warmly welcomed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by your Africompass representative and transferred to your hotel in Nairobi for check-in. The remainder of the day will be yours to rest after your journey or to explore Nairobi at your own pace.

  • Airport meet-and-greet by Africompass representative
  • Private transfer to Pride Inn Azure Hotel
  • Leisure time to rest or explore Nairobi independently
Accommodation Options
Pride Inn Azure Hotel
Option 01
Pride Inn Azure Hotel
Nairobi
Bed and Breakfast
Day 02 Day 2: Nairobi to Aberdare National Park

On Day 2 you will depart Nairobi after breakfast and drive north through Kenya's picturesque central highlands, passing through rolling coffee, tea and pineapple plantations before arriving at the base hotel for lunch. In the afternoon you will be transferred to your unique tree lodge nestled deep within Aberdare National Park, where you will spend the evening watching wildlife visit the floodlit waterhole and salt lick from the comfort of your elevated terrace.

  • Scenic drive through Kenya's highland tea and coffee country
  • Lunch at the base hotel on arrival
  • Transfer into Aberdare National Park
  • Wildlife viewing from the lodge terrace at the waterhole and salt lick
  • Night-time animal spotting at the floodlit waterhole
Accommodation Options
Option 01
The Ark Lodge
Aberdare National Park
Full Board
Day 03 Day 3: Aberdare National Park to Lake Nakuru

On Day 3 you will enjoy breakfast before returning to the base hotel, where your safari driver-guide will be ready to continue the journey. You will proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive around the soda lake in search of the park's famous flamingos, endangered white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, lions, leopards and a rich variety of birdlife.

  • Breakfast and check-out at The Ark Lodge
  • Scenic drive to Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge on arrival
  • Afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Flamingo and bird watching along the lake shore
  • White rhino and Rothschild giraffe sightings
Accommodation Options
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Option 01
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Lake Nakuru National Park
Full Board
Day 04 Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha

On Day 4 you will depart Lake Nakuru after breakfast, enjoying an en-route game drive as you make your way to the freshwater shores of Lake Naivasha in the Great Rift Valley, arriving in time for lunch. The afternoon will be free for optional activities including a boat ride on the lake, a walking safari on Crescent Island among free-roaming wildlife, or a cycling excursion through Hell's Gate National Park, all available at an additional cost.

  • Breakfast and check-out at Lake Nakuru Lodge
  • En-route game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Scenic Rift Valley drive to Lake Naivasha
  • Lunch at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge on arrival
  • Optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha (additional cost)
  • Optional Crescent Island walking safari among free-roaming wildlife (additional cost)
  • Optional cycling in Hell's Gate National Park (additional cost)
Accommodation Options
Option 01
Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge
Lake Naivasha
Full Board
Day 05 Day 5: Lake Naivasha to Maasai Mara National Reserve

On Day 5 you will set off after breakfast on a scenic drive across the Great Rift Valley to the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge. The afternoon will bring your first exhilarating game drive across the vast Mara plains, where lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and buffalo roam freely, and the spectacular wildebeest migration passes through seasonally.

  • Breakfast and check-out at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge
  • Scenic Great Rift Valley drive to the Maasai Mara
  • Lunch at Mara Simba Lodge on arrival
  • Evening game drive in the Maasai Mara National Reserve
  • Wildlife viewing including the Big Five and seasonal wildebeest migration
Accommodation Options
Mara Simba Lodge
Option 01
Mara Simba Lodge
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Full Board
Day 06 Day 6: Full Day in the Maasai Mara

On Day 6 you will have a full day to immerse yourself in the extraordinary wildlife spectacle of the Maasai Mara, with both a morning and an afternoon game drive across the open savannah. There will also be an optional opportunity to visit a traditional Maasai village, where you can learn about the community's rich cultural heritage and way of life at an additional cost.

  • Early morning game drive across the Maasai Mara plains
  • Big Five and predator sightings, including lion, leopard and cheetah
  • Return to lodge for lunch
  • Afternoon game drive at golden hour
  • Optional Maasai village cultural visit (additional cost)
Accommodation Options
Mara Simba Lodge
Option 01
Mara Simba Lodge
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Full Board
Day 07 Day 7: Maasai Mara to Nairobi, Departure

On Day 7 you will enjoy a final breakfast at the lodge before checking out and beginning the scenic drive back to Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley, arriving in the late afternoon. Your Africompass driver-guide will transfer you directly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in good time for your onward flight, bringing an unforgettable Kenyan safari adventure to a close.

  • Breakfast and check-out at Mara Simba Lodge
  • Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley back to Nairobi
  • Late afternoon arrival in Nairobi
  • Private transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Rates & Cost Breakdown

All rates are per person and vary by travel season. Choose your season below to view the applicable pricing.

Per adult USD 1,803
ℹ️ From price per adult
What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

  • Airport arrival and departure transfers
  • 6 nights accommodation as listed
  • Bed and breakfast at Pride Inn Azure Hotel (Day 1)
  • Full-board meals at all safari lodges (Days 2 to 6)
  • Breakfast on departure day (Day 7)
  • Professional multilingual driver-guide (English, Spanish, Chinese, German, French)
  • Safari land cruiser with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • All game drives as specified in the itinerary
  • Park and conservancy entry fees
  • All government taxes and levies

Not Included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Kenya entry visa fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha
  • Optional Crescent Island walking safari
  • Optional cycling in Hell's Gate National Park
  • Optional Maasai village visit
  • Personal items, laundry and telephone calls
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
  • Any items of a personal nature
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