Kenya · Safari

4-Day Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi with Game Drives

4 Days Round trip from Nairobi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 View endangered species such as the black and white rhino in Lake Nakuru National Park
  • 02 Explore the vast rolling plains of the renowned Masai Mara Game Reserve
  • 03 Visit the Mara River and watch hippos swim or bask in the sun
  • 04 Marvel at a beautiful sunset during an afternoon game drive
  • 05 See herds of elephants, lions, buffaloes, and graceful gazelles

Visit two of Kenya's popular wildlife destinations on this 4-day safari through Lake Nakuru National Park and the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Travel via the Great Rift Valley to spot endangered species such as black and white rhinos, lions, zebras, and other wildlife in Lake Nakuru before continuing to the vast rolling plains of the Masai Mara. Enjoy extensive game drives, visit the Mara River to watch hippos, and look out for elephants, buffaloes, gazelles, leopards, and rhinos for a mesmerising safari experience.

Visit the Mara River and watch hippos swim or bask in the sun, with a chance of sighting the elusive leopard or rhino.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park

  • Arrive at JKIA and meet your Kenyan safari guide, then drive down the floor of the Great Rift Valley escarpment to Lake Nakuru National Park, a protected game sanctuary for endangered species such as the black and white rhino, lions, and more.

  • Come across colourful flamingoes found mainly around the lake and enjoy a delicious lunch served at Lion Hill Sarova Lodge before heading out for an afternoon game drive until sunset.

Dinner and overnight at Lion Hill Sarova Lodge or similar on a full-board basis.

2
Day 02

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Game Reserve

  • Drive west across the floor of the Great Rift Valley after breakfast to the renowned Masai Mara Game Reserve, one of the richest-stocked game reserves, where you can spot an unlimited spectacle of wildlife across vast rolling plains.

  • Enjoy a delicious lunch at Mara Sarova Camp and head out for an exciting afternoon game drive until sunset.

Dinner and overnight at Mara Sarova Camp or similar on a full-board basis.

3
Day 03

Masai Mara Game Spotting and Mara River Visit

  • Spend another day in the vast Masai Mara Game Reserve exploring and spotting herds of elephants, lions, buffaloes, as well as graceful gazelles.

  • Visit the Mara River and watch hippos swim or bask in the sun, with a chance of sighting the elusive leopard or rhino.

Dinner and overnight stay at Mara Sopa Lodge or similar.

4
Day 04

Return to Nairobi and Departure

  • Drive back to Nairobi after breakfast and arrive in time for lunch before transferring to JKIA in the evening for departure.

Lake Nakuru National Park, Great Rift Valley escarpment, Masai Mara Game Reserve, Mara River

Where this trip takes you

Lake Nakuru National Park, Great Rift Valley escarpment, Masai Mara Game Reserve, Mara River

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 3 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Extensive game drives
  • Pre-tour itinerary document
  • All applicable game park entrance fees
  • Guaranteed window seat with an open-top
  • Safari vehicles carry cold drinks and mineral water
  • Guaranteed departures for one or more guests booking this safari
  • Accommodation in Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru National Park
  • All meals while on safari, as per the itinerary
  • English-speaking Kenyan safari guide and driver
  • Round-trip transport from Nairobi to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru National Park, and back to Nairobi

What's Not Included

  • International airfare
  • Masai Village visit
  • Accommodation in Nairobi
  • Cost of obtaining passports and visas
  • Gratuities and tips
  • Sundowner bush cocktails and bush dinner
  • Christmas, New Year, and Easter supplement
  • Membership in Flying Doctors Society emergency air rescue
  • Optional hot air ballooning and nature walk
  • Personal expenses such as travel insurance, excess baggage fees, communication charges, etc.

Know before you go

  • Optional hot air ballooning costs 470 US dollars per person, along with nature walk options.
  • A professional safari escort will be available upon request.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), Embakasi, Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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