Kenya · Safari

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

4 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Lake Nakuru National Park, known for flamingos and diverse wildlife
  • 02 Experience game drives in the Masai Mara, home to Africa's Big Five
  • 03 Witness the Great Migration and predator-prey interactions on the open savannah
  • 04 Visit a Maasai village to learn about local culture and traditions

Embark on a thrilling 4-day safari adventure from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park and Masai Mara National Reserve. Experience breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and exciting game drives as you spot the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino - along with Rothschild's giraffes, flamingos, and elusive leopards. Witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration in the Masai Mara and enjoy the opportunity to visit a Maasai village.

Witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration in the Masai Mara and enjoy the opportunity to visit a Maasai village.

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 Yes
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru and Rift Valley Game Viewing

  • Depart early from Nairobi for a scenic drive to Lake Nakuru National Park.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley and make a brief stop at a viewpoint for photos.

  • Arrive at the park and embark on a game drive through acacia woodlands and open grasslands, spotting white and black rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, and elusive leopards.

  • Admire the flamingo population at the alkaline lake, perfect for wildlife photography.

  • Check in to your lodge or tented camp and enjoy a delicious lunch.

  • Relax and unwind before setting out for an afternoon game drive to explore the diverse landscapes and spot more wildlife.

  • Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Safari

  • After breakfast, depart for Masai Mara National Reserve, passing through scenic countryside and local villages.
  • Arrive and check in to your lodge or tented camp, followed by lunch.

  • Head out for an afternoon game drive, witnessing the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino - along with vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles.

  • Enjoy excellent opportunities for predator-prey interactions, with cheetahs and lions often seen hunting.

  • Return to your lodge as the sun sets for a warm meal and a relaxing evening.

Overnight stay at your camp/lodge.

3
Day 03

Full-Day Masai Mara Wildlife Safari

  • Rise early for a spectacular sunrise game drive, when predators are most active and the golden light enhances the beauty of the landscape.
  • After breakfast, embark on a full-day safari to explore the vast plains in search of iconic wildlife.

  • Depending on the season, witness the Great Migration as thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River.

  • Visit prime locations to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and more with your experienced guide.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild, followed by more game viewing in the afternoon.

  • Optionally visit a Maasai village to learn about the rich culture and traditions of the Maasai people.

  • Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Masai Mara to Nairobi Departure

  • After an early morning game drive and breakfast, depart for Nairobi.
  • Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon and be dropped off at your preferred location.

  • Conclude your unforgettable 4-day safari.

Masai Mara plains, Lake Nakuru National Park flamingo shores, Great Rift Valley viewpoints

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara plains, Lake Nakuru National Park flamingo shores, Great Rift Valley viewpoints

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

  • Full-board accommodation at selected camps/lodges

  • Return transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser or tour van

  • Professional tour guide driver

  • All game drives as per the itinerary

  • Bottled drinking water

What's Not Included

  • International flight tickets
  • Travel insurance and visa

  • Park entrance fees

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Personal items and expenses

  • Optional tour activities

  • Anything not mentioned above

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothes and shoes
  • Sunscreen

  • Binoculars

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
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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