Kenya · Safari

4-Day Nairobi to Masai Mara Safari with Lake Nakuru Rhinos

4 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the world-famous Lake Nakuru, home to millions of flamingos and a thriving rhino sanctuary
  • 02 Witness diverse birdlife with nearly 500 recorded species, including eagles, vultures, storks, and bustards
  • 03 Discover the rolling savannahs of the Masai Mara, one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations
  • 04 Experience thrilling game drives in search of the Big Five and other resident species
  • 05 Observe the seasonal wildebeest migration and its attendant predators in the Mara

Experience a 4-day Kenyan safari adventure from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara. Discover the world-famous flamingo-covered shores of Lake Nakuru, explore its thriving rhino sanctuary, and admire its diverse birdlife. Journey onward to the vast plains of the Masai Mara to encounter abundant wildlife, including the Big Five, and take in the spectacular landscapes that host the world-renowned wildebeest migration.

Admire the sight of millions of flamingos forming a striking pink ring along the lake shore during peak seasons.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
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 Afternoon Game Drive

  • Begin with an early morning pick-up from the airport or hotel in Nairobi.
  • Drive towards Lake Nakuru National Park, crossing the equator and passing scenic landscapes south of Lake Bogoria.

  • Explore the famous Rift Valley lake, known globally for its vast flamingo population and alkaline waters.

  • Discover the park's rhino sanctuary, which is home to over 40 black rhinos and over 60 white rhinos.

  • Admire the sight of millions of flamingos forming a striking pink ring along the lake shore during peak seasons.

  • Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or hotel.

  • Embark on an afternoon game drive to spot wildlife and enjoy the lake's beauty.

Have dinner and stay overnight at the lodge or hotel.

2
Day 02

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Through the Great Rift Valley

  • Depart early in the morning for Masai Mara National Reserve.
  • Travel across the Great Rift Valley into the rolling savannahs of the Mara.

  • Experience the reserve's wild beauty, where animals roam in large numbers, much like in ancient Africa.

  • Witness the northern edge of the Serengeti ecosystem, which hosts the great migration of wildebeest, zebras, and predators during the season.

  • Arrive in time for lunch at your camp or lodge.

  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive to encounter the Mara's diverse wildlife.

Have dinner and stay overnight at the camp or lodge.

3
Day 03

Full-Day Masai Mara Big Five Safari

  • Begin the day with breakfast at your camp or lodge.

  • Spend the day on a full-day game drive with a packed lunch.

  • Search for the Big Five, including the famous black-maned lions, and observe abundant resident wildlife.

  • Spot cheetahs resting under safari vehicles or climbing onto rooftops for better views of prey.

  • Observe an incredible variety of birdlife, with nearly 500 recorded species, including eagles, vultures, storks, bustards, and sunbirds.

  • Return to camp or lodge in the evening.

Have dinner and stay overnight at the camp or lodge.

4
Day 04

Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

  • Enjoy a morning game drive in the Masai Mara.
  • Depart mid-morning for Nairobi with a scenic drive through the Rift Valley.

  • Stop for lunch along the way.

  • Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, around 5:00 PM.

Flamingo shores of Lake Nakuru, Great Rift Valley escarpments, Masai Mara savannahs

Where this trip takes you

Flamingo shores of Lake Nakuru, Great Rift Valley escarpments, Masai Mara savannahs

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

  • Park fees
  • All activities
  • All accommodations
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals as specified in the day-by-day section
  • Drinking water

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Additional accommodation before and after the tour
  • Tips
  • Personal items - souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.

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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Estimated room rates

Single Room $869.00 — $1,617.00
Double Sharing $869.00 — $1,160.00

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