4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari from Nairobi by 4x4

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 See the Big Five in Masai Mara National Reserve
• 02 Spot rhinos and flamingos at Lake Nakuru National Park
• 03 Watch the seasonal wildebeest and zebra migration in the Mara ecosystem
• 04 Enjoy game drives in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof

Explore the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru on a 4-day safari from Nairobi. See rhinos and flamingos at Lake Nakuru, then continue to the Masai Mara for game drives among lions, wildebeest, zebras, and other resident wildlife. This safari combines two of Kenya's most celebrated wildlife destinations with the chance to spot the Big Five and a remarkable variety of birdlife. Travel through the natural beauty of eastern Africa in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof.

At times, there may be almost 2 million flamingos in residence, forming a stunningly beautiful deep pink band around the edge of the lakeshore.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru and Afternoon Game Drive

• You will have an early morning pick-up and then drive to Lake Nakuru National Park.
• Across the equator, southwards of Bogoria, lies the Rift Valley's most famous lake, Lake Nakuru. Known all over the world for its flamingos, it is alkaline and is recognized as one of the Natural Wonders of the World.
• Lake Nakuru is now a rhino sanctuary, harbouring a population of over 40 black rhinos and over 60 white rhinos, but the flamingos have always been the main attraction. At times, there may be almost 2 million flamingos in residence, forming a stunningly beautiful deep pink band around the edge of the lakeshore. You will arrive in time for lunch and then enjoy an afternoon game drive.
• Dinner and accommodation at Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar.

2

Day 02

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

• You will have an early morning drive to Masai Mara National Reserve. It is one of the few places left on earth where wildlife still lives comparatively undisturbed, in the numbers that once roamed the plains and forests of Africa.
• As the northern tip of the vast Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara hosts the spectacular seasonal migration of many thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and attendant predators. You will arrive in time for lunch and then have an afternoon game drive.
• Dinner and accommodation at Mara Jambo Lodge or similar.

3

Day 03

Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara

• After breakfast, you will have a full-day game drive with a packed lunch provided. The reserve is well known for its black-maned lion and abundant resident wildlife. It is one of the few places where it is possible to see the Big Five during a morning game drive. Many of the cheetahs are so tame that they seek shelter from the hot sun under vehicles, and several even climb onto the roof to get a better view of prospective prey.
• The Mara hosts the spectacular seasonal migration of thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and attendant predators.
• For bird enthusiasts, almost 500 species have been recorded. Among these are 16 species of eagle, many hawks and falcons, six species of vultures, 8 species of storks, 4 bustards, including the kori bustard, the world's heaviest flying bird, and 9 species of sunbirds.
• Dinner and accommodation at Mara Jambo Lodge or similar.

4

Day 04

Masai Mara to Nairobi

• Have breakfast in the morning and depart late in the morning for Nairobi.
• You will arrive at about 5:00 pm.
• Lunch will be en route.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick-up and drop-off within Nairobi
• All accommodation
• Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof
• Professional driver-guide

What's Not Included

• Effective from 1 January 2024 - 30 June: US$260 per person for 2 entries to Masai Mara and 1 entry to Lake Nakuru
• From 1 July - 31 December 2024: US$460 per person for 2 entries to Masai Mara and 1 entry to Lake Nakuru
• Drinks and alcohol
• Items and services of a personal nature
• Optional hot air balloon safari ride: USD 540 per person
• Optional Masai Village visit

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.