Journey Through Time and Water: A 9-Day Safari Across Kenya’s Rift Valley Lakes
There’s something timeless about Kenya’s Great Rift Valley — a deep scar in the earth’s crust that cradles ancient lakes, volcanic landscapes, and some of Africa’s most vibrant ecosystems. As you leave Nairobi behind, this 9-day Rift Valley Lakes Safari unfolds like a living documentary, revealing Kenya’s soul one shimmering shoreline at a time.
Your journey begins with the calm waters of Lake Naivasha, where hippos yawn in the morning mist and fish eagles call out from lofty trees. The air is crisp, the skies are impossibly blue, and the serenity is interrupted only by the gentle hum of your boat. Crescent Island offers your first taste of walking among giraffes and zebras in the wild — no fences, no rush.
Next, the adventure deepens at Lake Elementaita, a quiet gem known for its flamingos and golden sunsets. Here, time slows down. You’ll wake to the soft light over the lake and fall asleep to the soundtrack of the African night. It’s a place where you reconnect with nature and with yourself.
As you move on to the iconic Lake Nakuru, the safari spirit truly ignites. Expect rhinos grazing beneath acacia trees, elusive leopards draped in fig branches, and thousands of pink flamingos dancing across the shoreline. The contrasts are stunning — salt and fresh water, forest and savannah, predator and prey — all living in delicate balance.
But the road doesn’t end there. The adventure continues to the remote and dramatic Lake Bogoria, where boiling geysers hiss from the earth and flocks of lesser flamingos turn the water pink. Then to Lake Baringo — tranquil and wild, a bird lover’s paradise where African fish eagles dive just meters from your boat, and local guides paddle you through a labyrinth of papyrus.
This isn’t just a safari. It’s a 9-day odyssey through a region where water, wildlife, and culture converge. It’s long days filled with wonder, evenings by the fire sharing stories, and moments that imprint themselves on your soul.
The Rift Valley Lakes don’t just show you Kenya. They show you why you’ll never forget it.
For this specific tour, Dinner and overnight stay on half board accommodation arrangements will be at any of the below Hotels/Resorts.
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TREETOPS LODGE. Located in Aberdare National Park, this world-renowned rustic Treehouse is over 80 years old and was recently fully refurbished. .
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ISLAND CAMP;Island Camp is situated on the southern tip of the enchanting, remote Ol Kokwe Island in Lake Baringo in the Great Rift Valley. Island Camp is a small, exclusive and remote lodge offering an ideal escape, whilst still offering the opportunity to visit neighbouring game viewing areas.
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SAWELA LODGE;Relax in Beautiful, Natural Luxury With a variety of recreational activities to choose from, Sawela Lodge in Naivasha, Kenya is one of the region’s best choices in safari lodges or hotels. The name means “comfort in a bird’s nest” something we deliver every day
- MARA LEISURE TENTED CAMP. Set in what is considered Kenya’s prime wildlife area, Mara Leisure Camp is located along the Talek River, at the confluence of the Masai Mara’s four wildlife viewing areas, on the northern boundary of the Masai Mara Game Reserve.
