29 Jan 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£4,949pp
Flights from UK airports
Escorted tour
Grand Tour of Kenya with Flights – 12 Days
Lake Naivasha, the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Buffalo Springs, with flights.
12 days
From £4,859 incl. flights
Tour overview
This 12-day safari visits four of Kenya's great wildlife areas, with return flights included. A tour director travels with the group, with expert drivers and guides on safari. You stay ten nights in hotels and safari lodges, with breakfast daily and most lunches and dinners, plus a night in flight.
From Nairobi you travel to Lake Naivasha for a walk on the Crescent Island game sanctuary among zebras and giraffes. Three nights in the Maasai Mara bring game drives across the savanna in search of lions, elephants and cheetahs, with free days to choose your activities.
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At Lake Nakuru you look for rhinos and flamingos, then travel north to the arid Buffalo Springs Reserve for three nights, home to species such as Grevy's zebra and reticulated giraffe found only in northern Kenya.
The physical rating is medium. This safari suits travellers who want a full, well-rounded introduction to Kenya's wildlife.
Trip highlights
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Crescent Island (Day 2)
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The Maasai Mara (Days 3–5)
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Lake Nakuru (Days 6–7)
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Buffalo Springs Reserve (Days 8–10)
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Up to thirteen game drives
Your route
8 stops from Nairobi to Nairobi
- Nairobi Day 1
- Lake Naivasha Day 2
- Crescent Island Day 2
- Maasai Mara Game Reserve Days 3–5
- Lake Nakuru National Park Days 6–7
- Buffalo Springs Reserve Days 8–10
- Reteti Elephant Sanctuary Day 9
- Nairobi Day 11
Why choose this tour
Four wildlife areas in one safari. Flights and most meals included.
Best suited to
- Wildlife lovers
- First-time safari-goers
- Photographers
- Couples and solo travellers
Day-by-day itinerary
12 days from United Kingdom to United Kingdom
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Day 1 · Nairobi Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 2 · Lake Naivasha, Crescent Island Lake Naivasha
A walking safari.
- Hotel
- Lake Naivasha Country Club
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 · Maasai Mara National Reserve Maasai Mara
To the Mara.
- Hotel
- Maasai Mara Game Reserve lodge
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · Maasai Mara National Reserve Maasai Mara
Game drives.
- Hotel
- Maasai Mara Game Reserve lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 · Maasai Mara National Reserve Maasai Mara
A day at leisure.
- Hotel
- Maasai Mara Game Reserve lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 · Lake Nakuru National Park Lake Nakuru
Rhinos and flamingos.
- Hotel
- Lake Nakuru Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 · Lake Nakuru National Park Lake Nakuru
A day at leisure.
- Hotel
- Lake Nakuru Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 · Buffalo Springs Reserve Buffalo Springs
To the north.
- Hotel
- Buffalo Springs Reserve lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 9 · Buffalo Springs Reserve Buffalo Springs
A full-day game drive.
- Hotel
- Buffalo Springs Reserve lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 10 · Buffalo Springs Reserve Buffalo Springs
A day at leisure.
- Hotel
- Buffalo Springs Reserve lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 11 · Nairobi Fly home
Fly to the UK.
- Hotel
- Overnight flight
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
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Day 12 · United Kingdom Arrive home
Land in the UK.
Where you stay
- Nairobi (1 night) Hotel
- Lake Naivasha (1 night) Lake Naivasha Country Club
- Maasai Mara (3 nights) Maasai Mara Game Reserve lodge
- Lake Nakuru (2 nights) Lake Nakuru Lodge
- Buffalo Springs (3 nights) Buffalo Springs Reserve lodge
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Return flights to Nairobi
- Accommodation 10 nights in hotels and safari lodges
- Meals 8 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 10 dinners
- Up to thirteen game drives
- Crescent Island walking safari
- Safari vehicles with driver-guides
- Tour director throughout
Not included
- Meals not included 2 breakfasts and 1 dinner
- Kenya eTA
- Drinks
- Tips
- Travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want a small group
- You want a beach stay
- You dislike long drives
- You want a budget trip
Good to know
Meals by day
Breakfast: Days 2 and 4–10 · Lunch: Days 2–11 · Dinner: Days 2–11
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for Kenya
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Departures & prices
From £4,859 per person, including flights. 10 upcoming departures.
Flights from UK airports.
11 Jun 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£4,859pp
Flights from UK airports
13 Aug 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£6,199pp
Flights from UK airports
03 Sept 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£5,899pp
Flights from UK airports
17 Sept 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£5,899pp
Flights from UK airports
28 Jan 2028
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£5,999pp
Flights from UK airports
11 Feb 2028
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£5,999pp
Flights from UK airports
09 Jun 2028
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£5,789pp
Flights from UK airports
11 Aug 2028
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£7,469pp
Flights from UK airports
01 Sept 2028
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£7,049pp
Flights from UK airports
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Do I need a visa for Kenya?
UK citizens need a Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA), applied for online before travel.
Are flights included?
Yes, return flights to Nairobi.
How many game drives are there?
Up to thirteen, depending on the activities you choose.
Which meals are included?
Breakfast daily and most lunches and dinners.
Can I have my own room?
A single supplement is available.
Who looks after the group?
A tour director, with safari driver-guides.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
4.7 on Trustpilot
Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary