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◆ Region 03 of 06 · Kenya

The Great Rift Valley.

The cradle of humankind, a string of soda lakes, and the Mara's endless plains — all in one geological epic.

2Verified listings
5Sub-regions
6,000 kmOf rift

◆ Best time to visit

Jul – OctGreat Migration peak

◆ Languages

Swahili · EnglishMaasai · Kalenjin

◆ Main airports

Mara airstripsplus road via Narok

◆ Currency

KESUSD at luxury camps

◆ From Nairobi

4–6 hrs driveor 45 min flight

The greatest scar on Earth.

◆ Guide · Updated 2026

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Distinct places · One region

Where to base yourself

Pick one as a base or string them together on a longer trip.

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◆ Safari · Migration

Maasai Mara

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◆ Freshwater · Weekend

Lake Naivasha

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◆ Flamingos · Rhino

Lake Nakuru

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◆ Hot springs · Remote

Baringo & Bogoria

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◆ Soda lake · Off-map

Lake Magadi

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Things to see & do

The must-visits

The landmarks, reefs, ruins, and reserves worth building a trip around.

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◆ Safari

Maasai Mara

3+ days · National Reserve

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◆ Cycling · Hiking

Hell's Gate NP

Full day · KES 2,600

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◆ Walking safari

Crescent Island

Half day

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◆ Volcanic

Menengai Crater

2 hrs · Free

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◆ Prehistoric

Kariandusi

1 hr · KES 500

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◆ Hiking

Mt Longonot

Full day · KES 2,600

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2 listings in Great Rift Valley

Bookable stays, tours, transport, and wellness — all vetted by the Dira team.

3-Day Maasai Mara Classic Safaridiamond

Safari · Maasai Mara

3-Day Maasai Mara Classic Safari

from KES 58,000 per person4.96 (212)
Naivasha Lakeside Cottageplatinum

Cottage · Naivasha

Naivasha Lakeside Cottage

from KES 9,800 per night4.72 (38)

◆ Pick your length

Ready-made itineraries

Curated by our editors, bookable end-to-end. Swap any stop or tailor with our concierge.

3days

3-day Mara classic

Fly to the Mara → 2 nights tented camp → daily game drives → optional balloon safari

From KES 58,000 p.p. →

5days

Rift Valley road trip

Naivasha → Hell's Gate → Nakuru → Mara → Nairobi

From KES 95,000 p.p. →

Practical info

Before you travel

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Getting there

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Safari etiquette

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Frequently asked

Your questions, answered

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