Kenya, Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Maasai Mara and Nakuru Safari with Big Five and Mara River

4 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Encounter the Big Five on thrilling game drives in Maasai Mara
  • 02 Witness the great migration spectacle at the famous Mara River
  • 03 Take in breathtaking views over the Great Rift Valley and its volcanic peaks
  • 04 Observe rare white rhinos in Nakuru National Park
  • 05 Marvel at vibrant pink flamingos at Lake Nakuru

Experience Kenya's wildlife wonders on a safari from Nairobi to Maasai Mara and Nakuru. Enjoy scenic views over the Great Rift Valley before heading into Maasai Mara Reserve for game drives in search of the Big Five and the famous Mara River migration spectacle. Continue to Nakuru for wildlife viewing, including rare white rhinos and the possibility of seeing vibrant pink flamingos. This 4-day journey combines iconic landscapes and classic safari experiences in one seamless adventure.

It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular natural world event takes place: the great migration.

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 No
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Longonot
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

  • You will be picked up from your hotel in Nairobi city center/Westland at 8 o'clock.
  • Commence the drive to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley viewpoint, where you will have a breathtaking view of the Rift Valley floor.
  • For 10 minutes, you will see the semi-active Mt. Longonot and two other dormant volcanic mountains, Mt. Suswa and Mt. Margaret.
  • You will arrive in time for lunch and check in to the hotel.
  • Later, at 4:00 p.m., depart for a 2-hour game-viewing drive in the Mara Reserve until 6:00 p.m.
  • Return to the camp for a sumptuous buffet dinner.
  • End the day with reasonable time to rest at the camp.

Dinner and overnight at Miti Mingi/similar.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari and Mara River Visit

  • Early breakfast at 6:30 a.m. and depart for a full-day game-viewing safari.
  • This is the most important day, as we hope to see the Big Five, especially the big cats, which are highly elusive.
  • Also, visit the famous Mara River, where the great migration takes place.
  • Have a guided tour by the rangers to see the Nile crocodiles and hippo families.
  • To top it off, enjoy a picnic lunch under a tree in the park overlooking the vast landscapes.
  • It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular natural world event takes place: the great migration. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti in Tanzania in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna - lions, cheetahs, jackals, hyenas, and vultures.

Dinner and overnight: Miti Mingi Camp/similar.

3
Day 03

Transfer from Maasai Mara to Nakuru

  • You will have an early breakfast. After that, commence the drive to Nakuru.
  • Upon arrival, check in and stay overnight at Lanet Matfam/similar.
4
Day 04

Lake Nakuru Safari and Return to Nairobi

  • You will have an early breakfast, check out, and depart by 7 a.m. to the park.
  • It is a small park with magnificent, rare white rhinos, which form part of the Big Five animals.
  • There is also a possibility of seeing the pink flamingos.
  • The game drive lasts 3 hours, after which you depart on a 3-hour drive back to Nairobi, arriving at around 3 p.m.
  • You will be dropped off at the city center/hotel within the city center.
Masai Mara, Mara River, Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara, Mara River, Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 3 nights' accommodation
  • All park entrance fees
  • All meals as per itinerary
  • All transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing
  • Our assistance at any point
  • Bottled water
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel within Nairobi city center

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Drinks, e.g. alcohol
  • Balloon safari (conducted on day 2 early in the morning and continues with the normal program)
  • Maasai Village
  • Pickup or drop-off at the airport/hotel not within the city center/Westlands area

What to bring

  • Camera
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Extra towel
  • Snacks

Know before you go

  • This is a group safari where you join other people on the safari.
  • The group takes a maximum of 8 people per vehicle.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Muindi Mbingu Street, 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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Estimated room rates

Single Room $700.00 — $740.00
Double Sharing $700.00

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