The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Rift Valley Province, Kenya

May 16, 2022 Dorsey Hagwood

Rift Valley Province (Swahili: Mkoa wa Bonde la Ufa) of Kenya, bordering Uganda, was one of Kenya's eight provinces, before the Kenyan general election, 2013. Rift Valley Province was the largest and one of the most economically important provinces in Kenya. It was dominated by the Kenya Rift Valley which passes through it and gives the province its name. According to the 2009 Census, the former province covered an area of 182,505.1 square kilometres (45,098,000 acres; 70,465.6 sq mi) and would have had a population of 10,006,805, making it the largest and most populous province in the country. The bulk of the provincial population is a strip between former Nairobi and Nyanza Province. The capital was the town of Nakuru.
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1. 4 Days Hemingway Safari

Nairobi, Nairobi 4 Days Hemingway Safari
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Start and end in Nairobi. Discover firsthand experience in the Kenya in a 4 Days safari that will take you to the undulating Savannah grassland of the Masai Mara complimented by rolling Hills and meandering rivers. Home to the Big Five and the Maasai people. 4 Days Explore Maasai Mara Safari includes Transport, accommodation, meals, Park entry fees gamedrives , Pick-up and drop-off, driver guide, Drinking water .

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, All park Entrance fees, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Bottled water

Exclusions: Expenses of personal nature such as visas, driver tips etc, Accommodation upgrade - Economy - $256, Midrange - $380, Luxury - $924, 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser Jeep Supplement - $268, Optional Balloon Ride extra - $450, Optional Masai Village visit at extra $20 per person

2. 3 Day Masai Mara Safari

Shoor Safaris Kenya
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The Masai Mara is one of the most famous wildlife conservation areas in the world, with a rich & varied collection of African wildlife. This popular 3 day Masai Mara safari, offers travelers a superb safari experience, with accommodation in affordable, yet quality safari lodges and with four exciting, fully private game drives inside the main Masai Mara National Reserve. This safari gives you a chance to view a rich variety of wildlife including the big five - elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard and lion as well as the Masai giraffe, baboons, warthogs, grey jackals, impala and wildebeests.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, 2 nights accommodation, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Round-trip private transfer, All Fees and Taxes, Park Entry Fees

Exclusions: International flight tickets and visa costs., Tips, drinks, laundry, calls, and all such costs of a personal nature.

Reviewed By 655wiktoriat

I strongly recommend these organizers. Jane was very helpful with every little detail. We couldn't find a better pilot than Peter. He is completely fascinated with animals and loves his job, which made the whole journey with him by his side so fascinating. Visiting Masai Mary is one of the more amazing experiences, I would definitely do it again.

3. 4 Day Masai Mara Safari

Shoor Safaris Kenya
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Masai Mara is one of the most famous wildlife conservation areas in the world, with a rich & varied collection of African wildlife. This 4 day Masai Mara Safari by road offers you a superior safari experience with accommodation in quality safari lodges and with six exciting, fully private game-drives inside the main Masai Mara National Reserve. You also get an option of adding several activities at an extra cost such as Hot Air Balloon Flight, Nature walks and relaxing massage during your trip. The tour departs daily, subject to availability, starting and ending in Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya. This tour is ideal for tourists arriving on the morning flights into Nairobi from US, UK and India markets as they do not require an overnight stay in the city prior to the Safari. Travelers from Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE if arriving on the Emirates and Ethihad flights will most likely require an overnight in Nairobi.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, 3 nights accommodation, Driver/guide, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, All Fees and Taxes, Park Entry Fees

Exclusions: International flight tickets and visa costs., Tips, drinks, laundry, calls, and all such costs of a personal nature.

Reviewed By jasminn244

We had an absolutely amazing time and it was a breathtaking and wonderful experience. To be honest I think everybody should do a safari once in their lifetime! And if you can, you should definitely do that with Shoor Travel! Right from the start we have been in contact with Jane, who assisted us in organizing everything. As you can imagine we had a ton of questions, especially as my partner and I (36&32) were travelling with my parents (61&77) and wanted to ensure we have a very smooth trip. Jane was super patient, always very professionell and helpful and really a true angel. We cannot thank her enough. Jane is amazing! We were 6 days on the road with our driver guide John. He was an incredibly awesome, kind and knowledgeable guide, we had so much fun with him and the whole family enjoyed every minute of the tour. He is a really great guy and we appreciate him so very much! Furthermore we were soooo happy about the cozy bus with comfortable seats and pop up roof. We got into one of the Jeeps for the Balloon Safari and... Yes they do look nice and kind of super safari fancy but they are incredibly uncomfortable and everybody was happy to get into "our bus" afterwards. So please please keep those busses. We also added a few extra activities like the mentioned Baloon safari in Masai mara, a boat safari at lake Naivasha, a Massai village Visit and everything was perfectly organized. Furthermore the recommended hotels were simply amazing. We absolutely loved Serena Amboseli lodge and also liked the Lake Naivasha Country Club very much. The booked Kekooro Lodge in Masai Mara was not our favorite, but this has to do with the hotels very poor management and policy regarding drivers and guides, but this is a complete other story and has nothing to do with Shoor travel. To keep a long story short and wrap this up. We can only say THANK YOU Jane, THANK YOU John and thank you shoor travel for a once in a lifetime experience. If we ever have the chance to come to do a Safari again we will definitely book with you!

4. 3 Days Masai Mara Guided safari from Nairobi

Bundu Tours & Safaris
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Maasai Mara is known for its wealth of wildlife, but reaching the  park from the capital can be tricky. Cover the distance with ease on a 3-day trip from Nairobi, with included pickup from your hotel or airport. Explore the park by open-top 4x4 to gain an intimate perspective of native animals, such as lions, wildebeest, and elephants, and benefit from insights provided by your guide.

Inclusions: 2 nights accommodation, Bottled water, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Admission fees

Reviewed By toniz81

I took this daily tour, and it was great. We have seen all big 4 that are in this park, lions very close to our van. Guide was friendly and on time for pick up. I recommend this tour

5. 3 Days 2 Nights in Maasai Mara via The Great Rift Valley

Across Africa Tours LLC
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Enjoy the 3 day travel to Masai Mara though the great African rift valley. You will have a chance to see variety of wild animals such as the big five animals.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Transportation in tour van with pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography, Accommodation at Enchoro Wildlife Camp

Exclusions: Optional activity – a visit to the Maasai village [$20], Hot air balloon [$400]

Reviewed By DudesAdrift

With three extra days in Namibia, I decided to include a quick trip to Etosha. I struggled to find a company that was still operational, and met my needs. Then I chatted with Megan, representative with Across Africa. I quickly knew she was actually interested in helping. Her sincerity, honesty, humanity and dedication were recognized immediately, and I knew that I didn’t need to search further. She set up my trip with no hidden BS, made an effort to meet all my needs, and did all of it promptly, professionally, and graciously. My trip turned out perfectly down to the last detail. I credit Megan and my guide Steve for making my quick visit to Etosha unforgettable. Because of them I will use Across Africa in the future and suggest to others that they do the same!

6. 1 Day Tour Lake Naivasha And Hell's Gate From Nairobi Daily Trips

day to day safaris
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1. Hell’s Gate is one of Kenya’s smaller national parks, which can be explored on foot.A game walk or bicycle (optional ) ride amid gracefully grazing gazelles,larger antelopes,Zebras and Giraffe is a delightful experience Take a nature walk at the shores of the lake and a boat-ride to view Hippos,Buffalo,Water buck,Antelope,Giraffes,Zebra among others. 2. Hell's Gate National Park is a park located between Lake Naivasha and the Longonot and Suswa volcanoes. It is covered by ashes from the Longonot eruption which occurred 100 years ago, the park is famous for its geothermal station, Lower Gorge and spectacular sceneries (cliffs, volcanoes gorges, geothermal steam). : Kindly note that the Amount of Entry Fees is Usd 26 which is not included and is payable by visa card or credit card, No cash payment.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase), All Fees and Taxes

Reviewed By victoriacR8313OA

Incredible experience! Saw 4/5 the big five on this epic journey. The drive from Nairobi was long, but the driver made it fun with playing local music. The camp we stayed at was great, food was good, tents were clean, and we had hot water/shower/sink/toilet. The safari was incredible, and our driver made sure we saw as much as we could. We watched the sunset in the park during the sunset drive and the sunrise the next morning during the sunrise drive. We also visited the Masai Mara village which was such an interesting experience. 100% recommend the safari and village tour with day2daysafaris. Also, if you're wondering about traveling during the pandemic, everything was safe and recommend traveling now as there are very few tourists.

7. Safari Day Trip And Excursion At Naivasha

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*Its the only paradise where you can walk among the wild animals. Its a very special place. *watch the amazing skills of the eagles picking fish from the lake as you ride on the boat and Plenty of Hippos. *Enjoy a relaxed Lake Side Sunset *Enjoy the View of the Rift valley * Ride a bike under the cool acacia tress.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel/port pickup, Hotel/port drop-off, Professional guide, Driver/guide

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Bike Fee, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By mellie075

It was a amazing expierence!! From the first second you feels like a part of the family! I recommend it for everyone who wants to see the life in a village. Obed was a fantastic professional guide, who makes the tour more better!! He is a friendly and respectfull man.

8. 4-Day Masai Mara, L Naivasha and L Nakuru - Private safari

Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
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Discover Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru on a 4-day private tour from Nairobi with transfers from the city’s airport and hotels. Go deep into the African plains and set out on daily game drives across the park. All the Big five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino are here with many mammals and birds in this Masai Mara plain. Watch for the animals that emerge at dusk, see hippos and crocodiles along the banks of the Mara River, see the park’s stunning Great Migration. Feast your eyes with sightings of flamingos and White Rhinos in Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy your boat ride at Lake Naivasha. This tour is private (only you and our guide). Accommodation: based on tour option chosen at time of booking (standard, superior, luxury) Transport: based on tour option chosen at time of booking (minivan or jeep 4x4) Possible extra activities: • hot air balloon ride in Masai Mara • visit of maasai community • Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island, boat ride and walking tour

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Hotel and airport pick-up and drop-off, Transport in a safari-modified minivan or jeep 4x4, pop-up roof, fully equipped, each person near the window, 1 liter of bottled water per person per day in a vehicle, Professional english-speaking driver, guide, All safari game-drives as per itinerary, All entry fees and taxes, Air rescue by AMREF

Exclusions: Alcohol drinks, beverages (available to purchase), Cultural visits to Maasai villages (15 USD p/p) - option, Hot air balloon ride in Masai Mara (425 USD p/p) - option, Boat ride at Lake Naivasha (25 USD p/p) - option, Walking tour on Crescent Island (30 USD p/p) - option

Reviewed By jeanpr92

This is an amazing tour!! From the lunch, the guide brought us to a really tasty roadside restaurant for lunch that is clean and super tasty food. And the lodge was superb! It was close to the National Park! We saw all the Big 5 and the driver was amazing and focused on having the guests see all of the animals as his goal! This is a once of a lifetime experience I cannot recommend highly enough!

9. 4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru safari from Nairobi

Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
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Discover the Masai Mara National Reserve and Lake Nakuru National Park on a 4-day tour from Nairobi with transfers from the city’s hotels and airports. Go deep into the African plains and set out on daily game drives across the park. All the Big Five are here with many mammals and birds in this Masai Mara plain. Watch for the animals that emerge at dusk, see hippos and crocodiles along the banks of the Mara River, see the park’s stunning ‘Great Migration'. Feast your eyes with sightings of flamingos and White Rhinos in Lake Nakuru. • Safari is all inclusive, joining a small group (max. 6 pax)  • Accommodation with meals based on tour option chosen at time of booking • Accommodation includes big bed, linen, towels, toilet and bathroom inside. Hot water and electricity are available on schedule

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Pick up and drop off at your location in Nairobi, Transport in a safari-modified minivan, pop-up roof, fully equipped, each person near the window, 1 liter of bottled water per person per day in a vehicle, Professional english-speaking driver, guide, All safari game-drives as per itinerary, All entry fees and taxes, Air rescue by AMREF

Exclusions: Alcohol drinks, beverages - available to purchase, Cultural visits to maasai villages (15 USD p/p) - option, Airport pickup / drop off, remote locations (20 USD per group)

Reviewed By jeanpr92

This is an amazing tour!! From the lunch, the guide brought us to a really tasty roadside restaurant for lunch that is clean and super tasty food. And the lodge was superb! It was close to the National Park! We saw all the Big 5 and the driver was amazing and focused on having the guests see all of the animals as his goal! This is a once of a lifetime experience I cannot recommend highly enough!

10. 2-Day Amboseli safari from Nairobi

Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
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Enjoy the Amboseli National Park on a 2-day tour from Nairobi with transfers from the city’s airport and hotels, one of the best park in Kenya to see the highest mountain in Africa - the mighty snow capped Mount Kilimanjaro. Against this magnificent backdrop roam vast herds of elephant accompanied by a kaleidoscope of other fabulous beasts like lion, buffalo, cheetah, giraffe, gazelle, hippo, and wildebeest to name but a few. Safari is all inclusive and mostly organized privately (only you and our guide). Sometimes during peak season July - September it might be group tour (maximum 6 pax. in a vehicle)

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Hotel and airport pick-up, Transport in a safari-modified minivan or jeep 4x4, pop-up roof, fully equipped, each person near the window, 1 liter of bottled water per person per day in a vehicle, Professional english-speaking driver, guide, All safari game-drives as per itinerary, All entry fees and taxes, Air resque by AMREF, Hotel and airport drop off (Namanga border is on request)

Exclusions: Alcohol drinks, beverages (available to purchase), Cultural visits to Maasai villages (15 USD p/p) - option

Reviewed By jeanpr92

This is an amazing tour!! From the lunch, the guide brought us to a really tasty roadside restaurant for lunch that is clean and super tasty food. And the lodge was superb! It was close to the National Park! We saw all the Big 5 and the driver was amazing and focused on having the guests see all of the animals as his goal! This is a once of a lifetime experience I cannot recommend highly enough!

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