4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Big Five Guided Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi Pickup, Scenic Rift Valley Views & Drive to Maasai Mara with Optional Afternoon Game Drive

Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or airport, followed by a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley with a stopover at a panoramic viewpoint for photos.
Continue towards Maasai Mara, passing rural towns and Maasai homesteads that offer a glimpse into local culture. Arrive at your budget camp in time for lunch and relaxation before heading out for an optional afternoon game drive in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife reserves.
The Maasai Mara is renowned for its rich concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and more. As the sun sets over the savannah, enjoy your first taste of the African wilderness before returning to camp for dinner and overnight.
An optional Maasai village visit can be arranged for a deeper cultural experience.

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:

Rhino Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Maasai Mara Game Drives in Search of the Big Five Across Endless Savannah Plains

Spend a full day exploring the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve with extended game drives in search of the Big Five-lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino.
With a packed picnic lunch, venture deep into the reserve where wildlife sightings are frequent and diverse. The vast open plains and acacia-dotted landscapes provide the perfect setting to spot predators in action, large elephant herds, and countless plains game such as zebras, wildebeest, and antelope.
Depending on the season, you may witness dramatic wildlife interactions or even the Great Migration. Your experienced guide will track animals and share insights into their behavior, making every sighting more meaningful.
Enjoy lunch in the wild surrounded by nature before continuing your afternoon game drive. Return to your budget camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation under the African sky.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Rhino Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Morning Game Drive then Scenic Transfer from Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in Maasai Mara, when wildlife is most active and the golden light enhances the beauty of the landscape.
After breakfast, depart the reserve and begin your journey towards Lake Nakuru National Park, passing through the scenic Great Rift Valley and local farming communities along the way.
Arrive in Nakuru in the afternoon and check into your budget accommodation. Depending on arrival time, you may enjoy a short evening game drive in the park, known for its unique ecosystem and birdlife.
Lake Nakuru is famous for its flamingos, pelicans, and as a sanctuary for endangered rhinos. Keep an eye out for Rothschild’s giraffes and tree-climbing lions as you explore. Dinner and overnight at your budget lodge or camp.

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:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Nakuru Game Drive with Rhino Tracking Experience then Return to Nairobi Drop-Off

After breakfast, head out for a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya’s best places to see both black and white rhinos in their natural habitat.
The park’s compact size allows for rewarding wildlife encounters within a short time, including sightings of lions, buffalo, giraffes, and a variety of bird species along the lake shores.
Your guide will help track rhinos and interpret animal behavior, offering a memorable and educational experience. After the game drive, exit the park and begin your return journey to Nairobi, with a stop for lunch along the way.
Arrive in the city in the late afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 4-day Big Five and Rhino Quest safari.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

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.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.