Kenya · Safari

4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari from Nairobi with Big Five

4 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Experience wildlife in Masai Mara, home to the Big 5 and other jungle residents
02 Witness thousands of flamingos at Lake Nakuru, creating a stunning Pink Lake spectacle
03 Explore diverse bird species and two rhino varieties at Lake Nakuru National Park
04 Discover predators, zebras, wildebeest, and crocodiles at the iconic Mara River
05 Enjoy drives through the Great Rift Valley, renowned for its dramatic landscapes

Go on a 4-day safari tour through Masai Mara, a famous wildlife haven where you can trace the Big 5 and other residents of the jungle. Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park to see thousands of flamingos surrounding the lake, along with many other bird species. This journey also offers the chance to spot white and black rhinos, visit the iconic Mara River, and enjoy scenic drives through the Great Rift Valley.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the Pink Lake, often referred to by this name because of its great masses of flamingos.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru and Pink Lake Game Drive

Pick up from your Nairobi hotel or the airport early in the morning.
Depart from Nairobi and drive through the Great Rift Valley, enjoying the scenery en route.
Arrive in time for lunch, followed by a short game drive, and check in at Lake Nakuru Lodge 4.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the Pink Lake, often referred to by this name because of its great masses of flamingos. Do not forget the famous white rhino and black rhino found in this park.

Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge.

Day 02

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Safari

Have an early morning breakfast, then leave Lake Nakuru for Masai Mara, arriving in time for lunch.
Check in at Ashnil Mara or Mara Sorova Camp and have lunch.
Go for an afternoon game drive through the park in search of lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, and other members of the Big Five, plus other animals.

Dinner and overnight at Ashnil Mara or Mara Sorova Camp.

Day 03

Full-Day Masai Mara and Mara River Exploration

Go for an early morning game drive, then return to camp for breakfast.
After breakfast, spend a full day in the park with a packed lunch. Search for popular residents such as the well-known predators and their counterparts, including zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, hippo, and dangerous crocodiles, with a visit to the Mara River.

Meals and overnight at Ashnil Mara or Mara Sarova Camp.

Day 04

Masai Mara to Nairobi via Carnivore

Have an early morning breakfast at the camp or lodge, then check out of the camp and park.
Drive to Nairobi and arrive in time for lunch.
After lunch at Carnivore, drop off at your respective hotel or the airport. This is optional for clients with flights.

The route