Duration
7-Day
Accra, Kenya
7-Day The Great Rift Valley and Mara Circuit Safari
Overview
Celebrate the festive season with an unforgettable journey through Kenya's most iconic landscapes. From the shimmering lakes of the Great Rift Valley to the sweeping savannahs of the Masai Mara, this safari blends wildlife encounters, cultural immersion, and scenic drives into one seamless adventure. Perfectly timed over New Year's Eve, it offers both thrilling game drives and moments of relaxation, ensuring a holiday filled with memories to last a lifetime.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi
Via Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR
Country & park
Kenya
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
1 years
Activities
game drives & boat trip
Accommodation
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport - Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$3,640 USD
$3,304 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 3 are free.
Quote flow
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Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 2
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Day 3
Lake Nakuru NP
Day 4-5
Masai Mara NR
Day 6
Nairobi (City)
Day 7
Jomo Kenyatta Airport (Nairobi)
End
Nairobi (Day 7)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses tented camps and resorts.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
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.
1
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & boat trip
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2
Burch Resort
Budget resort at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort
Mid-range hotel less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4-5
Sentrim Mara Lodge
Mid-range tented camp just outside Masai Mara NR – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi and settle into your hotel. Depending on arrival time, you may explore the city’s cultural gems or simply relax after your journey, preparing for the adventure ahead. • Drive-time tags: Airport – hotel ~30 mins. • Accommodation: In a City hotel (Argyle Grand Hotel/Similar) • Activities: Airport pickup + optional visit to the below; 1. Giraffe Centre at an extra USD 15 per adult 2. Lunch/Dinner at Carnivore restaurant at an extra USD 50 per person 3. Visit to Karen Blixen Museum at an extra USD 15 per person - its near Giraffe centre hence a good combo -Complimentary transport included, you only pay the indicated entry fee. Luxury hotel located in Nairobi (City) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nairobi (City) Stay: Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport Luxury hotel located in Nairobi (City) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Nairobi to Lake Naivasha
Drive through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha, where the calls of fish eagles echo across the water. A boat ride offers close encounters with hippos and birdlife, while Crescent Island invites you to walk among giraffes and antelopes • Drive: ~2 hrs via escarpment, scenic Rift Valley views. • Accommodation: Budget lodge/camp near Lake Naivasha. • Activities: - Boat ride on Lake Naivasha included -Optional Crescent Island walking safari (~USD 35 per person). Budget resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) Stay: Burch Resort Budget resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Naivasha to Lake Nakuru
Journey onward to Lake Nakuru, famed for its rhinos and sweeping escarpment views. An afternoon game drive reveals flamingos along the shoreline and the park’s diverse wildlife, set against dramatic Rift Valley landscapes. • Drive: ~1.5 hrs. • Check in at Buraha Zenoni for lunch and overnight stay. • Activities: Afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park included • Highlights: Rhinos, flamingos, and scenic viewpoints. Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park Stay: Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Nakuru to Masai Mara
Travel to the legendary Masai Mara, where endless savannahs stretch to the horizon. Spend four nights immersed in daily game drives, tracking lions, elephants, and the elusive leopard. Cultural visits to Maasai villages add depth to the experience, while evenings at camp bring stories by the fire under star-filled skies • Drive: ~5 hrs. Activities: • Full day Daily game drives in Masai Mara • Cultural visit to Maasai village included • Optional dawn balloon safari (~USD 550 per person, splurge add-on). • Highlights: Big Five, wildebeest herds (seasonal), endless Savannah. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Stay: Sentrim Mara Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Masai Mara to Nairobi
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic journey back from Masai Mara to Nairobi. Arrive in Nairobi and settle into your hotel. You may explore the city’s cultural gems or simply relax after your journey, preparing for departure back to your home country/next destination. Highlights for the day; • Drive-time tags: Masai Mara – Nairobi ~5 - 6 Hours (with two stops en route) • Accommodation: in a City hotel • Activities: Journey back to Nairobi + optional visits to the below; 1. Giraffe Centre at an extra USD 15 per adult 2. Lunch/Dinner at Carnivore restaurant at an extra USD 50 per person 3. Visit to Karen Blixen Museum at an extra USD 15 per person -Complimentary transport included for this day, you only pay the indicated costs above. Luxury hotel located in Nairobi (City) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nairobi (City) Stay: Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport Luxury hotel located in Nairobi (City) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Transfer from Argyle to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
-Transfer from the hotel to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for a flight back home. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
This operator can book your international flights
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Mimak Travel
5.0 operator rating
5 reviews
We are a Nairobi-based travel agency specializing in a wide range of services, including flight, hotel bookings, safaris, tours, visa assistance and corporate travel management. We focus on creating seamless travel experiences for both leisure and business clients, with emphasis on popular destinations like Africa Safaris, Dubai, Seychelles, Mauritius, Maldives and South Africa. We also cordinate trips for events, such as the Emirates Dubai 7s, and providing VIP transfer services.
Office In
Kenya
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2020)
Member Of
IATA, KATA & TRA
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Mauritius, Rwanda, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 3 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport - Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Mimak Travel, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Mimak Travel.
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