4-Day Lake Nakuru NP & Masai Mara NR Budget Tour

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park

Depart from Nairobi and drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley, stopping for panoramic views of the escarpment. Arrive at Lake Nakuru in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive. This park is a sanctuary for rhinos and is famous for its flamingos and over 400 bird species. You may also spot leopards and the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe. In the evening, head to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)

High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara

After an early breakfast, enjoy a final short morning drive in Nakuru before departing for the Masai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes you through scenic floor-of-the-valley landscapes, arriving at Miti Mingi Eco Camp for lunch. After a brief rest, head out for a late afternoon game drive in the Mara's rolling grasslands. Return to the camp as the sun sets for a hot meal and a peaceful evening under the stars.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Accommodation:

Orngatuny Mara King Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day in the Masai Mara

Dedicate this entire day to exploring the Mara’s diverse ecosystems. With a picnic lunch to maximize your time, track the Big Five and observe the incredible density of predators like lions and cheetahs. You will visit the Mara River, a site of the great migration crossings, to see pods of hippos and basking crocodiles. The open savannas provide endless photography opportunities. After a rewarding day of sightings, return to the camp for dinner and a campfire.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Orngatuny Mara King Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning Activity & Return to Nairobi

Begin your final day with breakfast, followed by an optional visit to a traditional Maasai Village to learn about their ancient customs and vibrant culture. Afterward, begin the drive back to Nairobi with a stop for lunch in Narok. You will arrive in the city by late afternoon for your drop-off at the airport or hotel, concluding your four-day adventure.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.