Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru

4 days masai mara and lake nakuru national park

$600-1290 USD

pp

Safari summary

This exciting tour starts and ends in Nairobi, combining thrilling wildlife encounters with stunning landscapes such as the Great Rift Valley. Perfect for a 4-day escape, you’ll spend two nights in the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, enjoying top-class game viewing and the chance to witness the great wildebeest migration when in season. The journey continues to Lake Nakuru National Park, home to rare white rhinos, flamingos, and diverse bird life.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
  • Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
  • Photography safari—with professional guide
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Park fees
What’s not included?
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • All drinks
  • Hot air balloons
  • Internal flights
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi to Masai Mara

Masai Mara

Pickup to our office. After a brief orientation and payment, proceed to assembly point to meet your guide and the rest of the group. At 8:30am embark on a scenic journey towards the Masai Mara. Stop briefly at the breathtaking Great Rift Valley viewpoint for stunning panoramic views. Arrive at your camp/lodge for a relaxing lunch and a refreshing break. Around 4:00pm, afternoon game drive, searching for the "Big Five" and other incredible wildlife. Dinner and night stay at your camp/lodge

Lenchada Camp/Sankale Camp/Rhino Camp/Enchoro camp

Day 2 Full Day Masai Mara Park

Masai Mara

After an early breakfast and with picnic lunch packed, enjoy a thrilling full day game drive through the famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The morning hours are perfect for spotting active wildlife and enjoying beautiful sunrise views across the savanna. Look out for the “Big Five” as well as cheetahs, giraffes, and hyenas in their natural habitat. Break to enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature. Later, return to your camp or lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Lenchada Camp/Sankale Camp/Rhino Camp/Enchoro camp

Day 3 Masai Mara to Nakuru

Lake Nakuru | Masai Mara

After breakfast, a visit to a traditional Maasai village (*Optional activity* 10$ to 20$ paid at the village). This unique experience offers a glimpse into their authentic way of life, where you'll witness their vibrant traditions, intricate beadwork, and harmonious coexistence with nature. Check out at around 9:00am and drive to Nakuru via Naivasha. You will have Lunch Enroute proceed to Nakuru and arrive at around 5:30pm. Drop off at your hotel/Lodge for Dinner and Night Stay.

Buraha Zenoni/Hillcourt Resourt

Day 4 Nakuru to Nairobi

Lake Nakuru

Proceed for an early morning game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for flamingos, white pelican, Ibis, Egret, Marabou stork alongside wildlife animals like the rare black rhino as well as the Rothschild giraffe. Enjoy the scenic view of the park from the baboon cliff which is a great vantage point. Around 11:00am exit & depart Nakuru with a lunch stop on the way, returning to Nairobi; drop off at your hotel.

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