This safari combines Kenya’s world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve with the scenic Lake Nakuru National Park.

• Masai Mara: Known for the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—and the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October).
• Lake Nakuru: Famous for white and black rhinos, flamingos, and diverse birdlife, with scenic lakeside landscapes perfect for photography and short game drives.

Duration – 4 Days / 3 Nights

Tour Overview

The 4 Days Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Safari is ideal for travelers who want a combination of intense wildlife viewing and lake-based experiences in a short period.

The safari starts from Nairobi and takes you to Masai Mara for thrilling game drives with chances to see the Big Five and other predators. Afterward, you will visit Lake Nakuru for a relaxing lakeside safari, spotting rhinos, flamingos, giraffes, and other wildlife.

This package is perfect for photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, and travelers seeking a mix of Kenya’s iconic safari experiences in just four days.

Tour Schedule

DAY 1; Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve

• Early morning pickup from your hotel or airport in Nairobi
• Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Masai Mara National Reserve
• Lunch at your lodge or tented camp
• Afternoon game drive to spot elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and more
• Dinner and overnight at the lodge

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Safari lodge or tented camp in Masai Mara

DAY 2; Full Day Game Drive in Masai Mara

• Morning and afternoon game drives in Masai Mara
• Chance to witness the Big Five and other predators
• Optional activities: visit a Maasai village or hot air balloon safari

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Safari lodge or tented camp in Masai Mara

DAY 3; Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

• Early morning game drive in Masai Mara before breakfast
• Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park
• Lunch at your lodge or camp
• Afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park to spot rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and flamingos
• Dinner and overnight at your lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or safari camp at Lake Nakuru

DAY 4: Lake Nakuru – Nairobi

• Optional early morning game drive for final wildlife viewing
• Breakfast at the lodge
• Check-out and drive back to Nairobi
• Arrival and drop-off at your hotel or airport

Meals: Breakfast

Safari Highlights

• Game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve and Lake Nakuru National Park
• Sightings of the Big Five in Masai Mara
• Chance to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal)
• White and black rhinos in Lake Nakuru
• Flamingos and diverse bird species
• Scenic landscapes: savannah plains, lakes, and the Great Rift Valley
• Optional Maasai cultural visit or hot air balloon safari
• Professional English-speaking safari guide and 4×4 safari vehicle

Safari Inclusions

• Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Accommodation for 3 nights in lodges or tented camps
• Meals as specified in the itinerary
• Game drives in Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru
• Pickup and drop-off in Nairobi
• Bottled drinking water

Safari Exclusions

• Park entrance fees
• Optional activities (Maasai village visit, hot air balloon safari)
• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Tips and personal expenses
• Alcoholic and soft drinks unless specified

Best Time to Visit

Masai Mara:

• July – October: Best time for the Great Wildebeest Migration and predator sightings
• January – March: Dry season with excellent wildlife visibility

Lake Nakuru:

• June – October: Dry season for easier wildlife viewing and photography
• January – March: Warm and dry, great for rhino and bird sightings
• April – May & November – December: Green scenery, fewer tourists, excellent for birdwatching