4 Days, 3 Nights joining Safari to Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru

Starting Point: Nairobi
Accommodation: Options
Safari Vehicle: 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof

Embark on a captivating 4-day safari adventure that takes you deep into two of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations — the world-renowned Masai Mara and the bird-rich Lake Nakuru National Park. This journey is designed for travelers seeking immersive wildlife encounters, beautiful landscapes, and an authentic safari experience. Your adventure begins in Nairobi with a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, offering sweeping viewpoints and panoramic photo stops before descending into Maasai country. Spend two unforgettable days exploring the Masai Mara, home to the Big Five, vast open plains, and the famous Mara River — the stage for the Great Wildebeest Migration. From sunrise to sunset, the reserve promises dramatic sightings of lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and countless other species thriving in one of Africa’s richest ecosystems. The journey continues north to Lake Nakuru National Park, a picturesque wildlife sanctuary known for its vibrant flamingos, endangered rhinos, and the unique Rothschild’s giraffe. An afternoon game drive reveals diverse birdlife, striking landscapes, and impressive wildlife concentrations set against the shimmering lake. Your safari concludes with a relaxed drive back to Nairobi, returning with unforgettable memories of Kenya’s incredible natural beauty and wildlife. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or an avid safari enthusiast, this 4-day experience offers the perfect balance of exploration, comfort, and adventure.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve

Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Nairobi, get transferred to city market where will be the meeting point where you will meet your safari guide, who will brief you, depart for Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Along the way, enjoy a scenic drive through Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, stopping at the Rift Valley Viewpoint to stretch, take photos, and enjoy panoramic views of the escarpment.

Continue the journey through Narok town, the gateway to the Maasai region, and arrive at your camp or lodge in Masai Mara in time for lunch. After check-in and a short rest, head out for your first afternoon game drive across the expansive plains. Keep your eyes open for elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelope, and—if you’re lucky—a pride of lions or a cheetah stalking prey.

Return to camp by sunset for dinner and an overnight stay.

Distance: Approx. 280 km

Travel Time: 5–6 hours

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Flairs Mara camp/ similar

Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Masai Mara

Rise early for a full-day adventure inside the Masai Mara National Reserve. After breakfast, carry packed picnic lunches and set out on a full day game drive, exploring deep into the reserve in search of the Big Five—lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, and rhino—as well as cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, and hundreds of bird species.

During the game drive, you’ll visit the Mara River, the famous crossing point during the wildebeest migration. Depending on the season, you might catch dramatic predator-prey interactions. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your exploration into various parts of the Mara ecosystem.

Return to camp in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Flair mara camp or similar

Day 3: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

After an early breakfast, check out and depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, driving through scenic highland landscapes and Rift Valley escarpments. Arrive in Nakuru around midday and check into your lodge or camp.

After lunch and a short rest, head out for an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flocks of pink flamingos, white and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and tree-climbing lions. The park also offers excellent views of baboons, buffalo, antelope, and numerous water birds around the lake.

Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Distance: Approx. 300 km

Travel Time: 6 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Buraha zenoni Hotel

Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Nairobi

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, followed by check-out. Begin the journey back to Nairobi, passing scenic landscapes, farms, and rural towns. Arrive in Nairobi by afternoon and get dropped off at your hotel or preferred location, marking the end of your memorable safari adventure.

Distance: Approx. 160 km

Travel Time: 3 hours

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Destination

Mid Range

Accommodation (€)

Comfort

Accommodation (€)

Masai Mara National Park

Enkorok Mara Camp

Sopa Lodge Mara

Lake Nakuru National Park

Buraha Zenoni Hotel

Sarova Lionhill Nakuru

Price per person

€845

€951

Includes

  • Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel & return drop-off

  • Shared Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof

  • Services of an English-speaking professional safari guide

  • 3 nights’ accommodation in lodges/tented camps

  • All park entry fees (Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru)

  • All meals as per itinerary

  • Unlimited game drives

  • Bottled water during game drives

  • Excludes

  • Optional activities such as Maasai village visit (30 usd pps) or balloon safari ( usd 500)

  • Tips and gratuities for guide/driver

  • Personal travel insurance

  • Items of personal nature (laundry, drinks, souvenirs)

  • Accommodation before/after the safari in Nairobi (can be arranged)

  • from €845 /per person

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