Spend 5 days and 4 nights on a private Kenya safari through Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru.
Overnight plan: 2 nights in Maasai Mara, 1 night in Lake Naivasha, 1 night in Lake Nakuru. The daily itinerary below sets out the travel stages and scheduled activities.
Your safari arrangements are private to your party. The selected accommodation, vehicle, travel dates and party determine the applicable offer. Wildlife sightings and any migration crossings depend on natural conditions; they cannot be guaranteed.
The Lake Naivasha boat ride and Crescent Island walk are included.
Easter game drives in the Maasai Mara during the lush green season
Newborn wildlife encounters including calves and predator activity
Boat safari on Lake Naivasha with hippos and African fish eagles
Crescent Island open walking safari with giraffe and zebra
Pink flamingo spectacle along the shores of Lake Nakuru
White and black rhino sightings in Lake Nakuru National Park
Less crowded Mara game drives than peak migration season
Rift Valley escarpment panoramic views throughout the journey
Expert guides at three different Kenya ecosystems
Itinerary
Five days over Easter, beginning on Good Friday in Nairobi and combining two Maasai Mara nights with one at Lake Naivasha and one at Lake Nakuru. The programme includes Mara and Nakuru game drives, the Naivasha boat safari and Crescent Island walk.
Day 01 :
Nairobi to Maasai Mara
The Easter safari leaves Nairobi on Good Friday for the Maasai Mara. After arrival, the afternoon game drive introduces the reserve’s grassland and woodland habitats.
The guide follows wildlife encountered along the circuit, allowing time to observe behaviour and photograph the surroundings. The outing returns to the safari base for the first of two Mara nights, with a full wildlife-viewing day to follow.
8 hours
Lunch + Dinner
Day 02 :
Full Day Maasai Mara Easter Game Drive
Morning and afternoon game drives provide a full day in the Maasai Mara. The morning outing explores open grasslands and riverine woodland, with time to observe wildlife encountered along the route and follow its behaviour from the vehicle.
The programme includes the Mara River viewing areas for hippos and crocodiles, together with plains-game and predator observation. River crossings are a seasonal possibility rather than a scheduled event, and the guide follows the wildlife present during the visit. A break at the safari base separates the two outings; the afternoon circuit continues the exploration before returning for the overnight stay.
12 hours
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 03 :
Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha
The party leaves the Maasai Mara for Lake Naivasha. The afternoon programme begins with the included boat safari, exploring the freshwater lake and papyrus-fringed shoreline with the boat guide.
The outing continues to Crescent Island for the included walking safari. Time on foot provides a different perspective on the sanctuary’s wildlife landscape before the return to the Naivasha base for the overnight stay.
8 hours
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 04 :
Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru
The safari leaves Lake Naivasha for Lake Nakuru National Park, where the morning game drive begins the day’s park exploration. The scheduled Baboon Cliff stop provides a broader view of the lake and surrounding habitats.
The afternoon drive continues through woodland, grassland and lakeside viewing areas. The guide pauses for rhinos, giraffes, birds and other wildlife encountered along the circuits, with flamingo presence following the lake’s current conditions rather than a promised seasonal spectacle.
10 hours
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 05 :
Lake Nakuru to Nairobi
A final early morning game drive completes the wildlife programme in Lake Nakuru. The guide follows a viewing circuit before returning to the safari base for checkout.
The private vehicle leaves Lake Nakuru for Nairobi. The safari finishes at the agreed Nairobi drop-off point after the preceding wildlife destinations.
5 hours
Breakfast
Cost Details
What's Included
Return road transport Nairobi to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru to Nairobi in a 4x4 safari vehicle
Road transfers between all parks
All game drives at Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru
Boat safari on Lake Naivasha
Crescent Island walking safari entrance fee
Professional English-speaking safari guides at each destination
Four nights full board accommodation
All applicable park and reserve entry fees
Drinking water during game drives
What's Not Included
International flights
Kenya electronic travel authorisation (eTA) fees, where applicable
Travel and medical insurance
Hot air balloon safari
Optional Maasai village visit
Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
Alcoholic and premium beverages
Personal expenses such as laundry and souvenirs
FAQs
Is Easter a good time for wildlife viewing in the Mara
Travel conditions vary between Kenya's coast, highlands and savannah parks. Rain affects roads and visibility, and individual camps can have seasonal operating arrangements. Choose dates for the actual route and activities; weather, wildlife movements and supplier availability remain specific to the visit.
Are flamingos present at Lake Nakuru in April
Flamingos move between Rift Valley lakes as food and water conditions change. At Lake Nakuru, water levels and chemistry affect their food supply, so flock numbers can change sharply. Large pink flocks are not a dependable year-round feature or a fixed seasonal promise.
What wildlife can I see on the Crescent Island walk
The sanctuary’s wildlife list includes giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and waterbuck, alongside varied birdlife. Hippos and other wild animals also occur here. A walking safari follows the sanctuary’s visitor instructions and wildlife conditions; seeing animals on foot does not make the visit free of risk.
Can I see rhino at Lake Nakuru
Lake Nakuru protects black and white rhinos in a landscape of lake, grassland and woodland. Flamingo numbers vary with lake conditions. Encounters depend on habitat, animal movements and the conditions during your visit.
Do I need to book Easter safaris in advance
Holiday dates and small properties can have limited availability. A reservation depends on the selected suppliers accepting the dates, rooming and services. There is no universal booking deadline or guaranteed stock; the confirmed quotation and payment terms identify the reservation requirements.
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Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Lake Naivasha → Lake Nakuru → Nairobi
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Erica Anderson
What an amazing tour: we saw an incredible number and variety of animals and got to learn so much from our fantastic guide Kelvin. He was very knowledgable and patient with us andWhat an amazing tour: we saw an incredible number and variety of animals and got to learn so much from our fantastic guide Kelvin. He was very knowledgable and patient with us and he made our experience unforgettable. Could not have asked for a better introduction to Kenya!…
Laura H
Very knowledgeable and friendly
michael graham
Kelvin met us at the airport, took us to our hotel and then picked us up next morning for a 5 day Safari through the Masai Mara. Brilliant experience! Kelvin is knowledgeable,Kelvin met us at the airport, took us to our hotel and then picked us up next morning for a 5 day Safari through the Masai Mara. Brilliant experience! Kelvin is knowledgeable, patient and great fun. Rustic Nature Tours are well organised and quick to respond from my very first enquiry. You won’t be disappointed.…
Peter M
Great experience! Kelvin is an excellent guide and is full of knowledge. He made sure our 3 experiences were to the max. I highly recommend Rustic Nature Tours and I recommendGreat experience! Kelvin is an excellent guide and is full of knowledge. He made sure our 3 experiences were to the max. I highly recommend Rustic Nature Tours and I recommend asking for Kelvin as your guide.…
Ruth
My husband and I completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking atMy husband and I completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake, three lions slinking past our vehicle as they hunted an impala, a huge crocodile incubating eggs, two white rhinos napping on the side of the road, and so much more. Our guide was happy to provide knowledgeable answers to all of our questions and was amazing at locating wildlife. I absolutely recommend this company.…
Michael G
Rustic Nature Tours were responsive from my very first contact and flexible with what we wanted to do and when. The Safari was excellent and accomodation/food spot on. If someoneRustic Nature Tours were responsive from my very first contact and flexible with what we wanted to do and when. The Safari was excellent and accomodation/food spot on. If someone says they had a better guide than Kelvin, they are making it up! He’s the MAN. We had a blast.…
Fernando Estaragues
It was a really good experience, it's totally recommended, the service of the office guys is good, they answer to you everytime and with a lot of enthusiasm.The truck was reallyIt was a really good experience, it's totally recommended, the service of the office guys is good, they answer to you everytime and with a lot of enthusiasm.The truck was really good with a lot of personalized service.The guide was the best one, fully recommended our guide, Kelvin Ndolo, he drive through all the safari to let us catch some good pictures, the service is really good with him, he was a nice person with a lot of experience, telling you about everything in Kenya in general, nice time with him, helping, giving advices, experienced man.He is el chingon!!In general we can say that we wouldn't be in a better tour and guide for the first experience in Kenya!…
Nicole S
We had a wonderful day exploring Nairobi and learning so much about the history of both the city and Kenya. This private tour was great value, offering pick-up directly from ourWe had a wonderful day exploring Nairobi and learning so much about the history of both the city and Kenya. This private tour was great value, offering pick-up directly from our hotel and a comfortable ride to each site.Our driver/guide, Denish, was fantastic! extremely safe, knowledgeable, and always ready to answer any questions we had. Every guide we met at the individual stops was equally kind and full of insights.Highlights of our day included a delicious lunch, visiting local community shops for souvenirs, and especially the museum and Kobe Tough! It was the perfect blend of culture, history, and city highlights. If you have a day in Nairobi, we highly recommend booking this tour!…
Marc-Antoine Ladouceur
I booked a four-day trip with Rustic Nature Tour (Safari tour) in Kenya at the very last minute, and they absolutely nailed it. They put together a beautiful itinerary, adapted toI booked a four-day trip with Rustic Nature Tour (Safari tour) in Kenya at the very last minute, and they absolutely nailed it. They put together a beautiful itinerary, adapted to my preferences, at a price that really surprised me, in a good way. My guide was fantastic, not just knowledgeable about wildlife but also about the socialBiophysical environmental, geomorphology and human stories behind the places we visited. Everything just flowed. I couldn’t be happier with the experience and highly recommend them to anyone looking for an authentic Kenyan adventure…
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Just completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake,Just completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake, three lions slinking past our vehicle as they hunted an impala, a huge crocodile incubating eggs, two white rhinos napping on the side of the road, and so much more. Our guide was happy to provide knowledgeable answers to all of our questions and was amazing at locating wildlife. I absolutely recommend this company.…
Katie Richards-Schuster
Kelvin and Rustic Nature Tours were the absolute best choice for the two day trips we did during our time in Nairobi. We could not have asked for a better experience. The tripsKelvin and Rustic Nature Tours were the absolute best choice for the two day trips we did during our time in Nairobi. We could not have asked for a better experience. The trips were completely seamless. We had terrific communication beforehand in preparation for the experiences, and we felt that all aspects were accounted for. Kelvin was absolutely exceptional as a guide. He was very knowledgeable about the animals, the local history, and the elements of the safari experience. His ability to navigate us to exactly the spots where we could see the most, be the closest, and truly experience all that Kenya has to offer.For the first-day experience, we traveled to Amboseli. People in our group really wanted to see elephants. And elephants we saw! Kelvin helped position the Land Cruiser so that we had multiple herds of elephants (including babies) walk in front of the vehicle, less than 10 feet away!! It was a memorable sight. We also saw lions, zebras, wildebeests, birds (of all kinds), giraffes, and so much more. Kelvin has a college degree in wildlife management, and he is both extraordinarily knowledgeable and professional in the trip. He answered our questions, provided information, and helped us experience the wildlife in the safest manner possible. I would definitely recommend taking the Land Cruiser over the Safari van. The roads in the park are bumpy, and the Land Cruiser ensured a safe, comfortable ride while also getting us into the perfect spot to see the animals. After 4 hours or so in the park, we headed to a beautiful lodge to eat. The food and experience at the lodge were wonderful. After that, we did another drive before leaving to head back to Nairobi. A long but unbelievable day!For the second experience, we headed to Nairobi National Park, then the Sheldrick Elephant Trust, Kobe Beads, lunch, and the Giraffe Center. Again, Kelvin was a masterful guide. In the park, he got us close to hippos, rhinos, zebras, giraffes, ostriches, and even a crocodile- among many other animals. He found the perfect spots and maneuvered the vehicle just right (and sometimes even off the beaten path) to make sure we saw the best views of the animals (again, we recommend the Land Cruiser for the best experience!). After talking with others who took different trips to Nairobi National Park, we realized how special our visit was. Many of them didn’t have Kelvin guiding them and, as a result, missed seeing all that we saw. We can’t emphasize enough how amazing Kelvin is. From there, Kelvin got us to the Elephant Sanctuary. He had the tickets already set, so all we needed to do was walk in, and then he got us to the perfect spot where we could be feet away from baby elephants, a baby rhino, and a baby zebra. Truly spectacular! After that, we visited a local bead factory that is a microenterprise supporting local women. We had a tour, learned about the beading process, and then had the opportunity to visit their shop (no hassling or pressure to buy- but we did get some beautiful items!). Then to a hidden garden for lunch at a local restaurant, and then finally to the giraffes. By the time we got to the giraffes, it was very busy, but again, Kelvin worked his magic to get us through the line quickly (we felt like VIPs!) and to the perfect spot to feed them. He clearly knows the staff, as he was able to get us pictures and even additional food to feed the animals. After a long day, he masterfully navigated traffic (which is no joke) to return us to the hotel.All in all, our time in Kenya would not have been the same without Kelvin and Rustic Nature Tours. We can’t recommend their tours any higher. You will not be disappointed!!!…
Brianna D
Our amazing guide Faith was right on time to pick us up at our hotel. We started the morning with a trip to Kobe Tough where we saw the bead making process. Then we headed to theOur amazing guide Faith was right on time to pick us up at our hotel. We started the morning with a trip to Kobe Tough where we saw the bead making process. Then we headed to the elephant orphanage where Faith knew the whole system and was able to get us up close spots in the “splash zone.” Next up was the giraffe center where we got up close to hand feed giraffes. Faith knew all of the giraffes by name and personality and even took photos on our camera for us. Afterwards we stopped for traditional Kenyan lunch (at your own expense) and we elected to do the Karen Blixen museum for the entrance fee as well. Since it was just me and my husband, Faith even drove us to the local mall before taking us back to the hotel. Overall it was a day well spent with memories to last a lifetime!…
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