Kenya · Safari

4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari with Big Five Game Drives

4 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Thrilling game drives across Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru National Park
02 Spot the Big Five and diverse wildlife in their natural habitats
03 Explore the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and vast savannah plains
04 Experience rich birdlife, flamingos, and rhinos at Lake Nakuru

Explore Kenya's iconic wildlife on a 4-day safari to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru. Experience thrilling game drives across vast savannahs and spot the Big Five in their natural habitat. Discover flamingos and rhinos at Lake Nakuru while enjoying the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Optional cultural visits and balloon safaris add another dimension to this unforgettable journey through Kenya's celebrated wildlife reserves with expert guidance.

Discover flamingos and rhinos at Lake Nakuru while enjoying the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Naivasha, Narok, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Longonot

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

Begin with an early morning pickup from your hotel, residence, or airport in Nairobi, followed by a briefing with your safari group.
Travel towards Maasai Mara National Reserve with a scenic stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint.
Continue the journey with a lunch stop in Narok town before arriving at the camp for check-in and relaxation.
Head out for an evening game drive across the vast plains of the reserve to spot diverse wildlife.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the camp.

Day 02

Full-Day Maasai Mara Game Drives

Spend a full day exploring Maasai Mara National Reserve with extensive game drives across the savannah.
Witness the rich wildlife, including the Big Five and, during the season, the great wildebeest migration.
Enjoy a picnic lunch within the reserve while continuing your wildlife exploration.
Opt for a hot air balloon safari at sunrise followed by a champagne breakfast.
Choose to visit a Maasai village to experience local culture and traditions.
Return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru via Naivasha

Start the day with breakfast at the camp and check out for departure.
Optionally visit a Maasai village to learn about the traditions of the Maasai people.
Travel towards Lake Nakuru National Park with scenic views of Mount Longonot and Lake Naivasha along the way.
Enjoy lunch en route before arriving in the Nakuru area for hotel check-in and relaxation.
Have dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 04

Lake Nakuru Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Begin with breakfast followed by a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Observe flamingos along the lake shores and spot rhinos and other wildlife in the park.
Continue with a midday game drive exploring the park's landscapes and birdlife.
Depart for Nairobi with lunch en route.
Arrive in Nairobi and proceed with drop-off at your hotel, residence, or airport.