4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Rhino and Big Five Tour

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

Nairobi Pickup, Rift Valley Scenic Stop & Transfer to Maasai Mara with Optional Game Drive

Begin your safari with a convenient early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or airport and set off towards the legendary Maasai Mara.
Drive through the stunning Great Rift Valley, stopping at a scenic viewpoint to take in breathtaking panoramic views. Continue the journey through rural landscapes, passing traditional Maasai villages and open countryside.
Arrive at your budget safari camp in time for lunch and a short rest before heading out for an optional afternoon game drive.
This first experience in the Maasai Mara introduces you to its incredible wildlife, with chances to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and more across the sweeping plains.
As the day winds down, return to camp for dinner and overnight stay. You may also choose to visit a Maasai village for an authentic cultural encounter that adds depth to your safari 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:

Miti Mingi Eco Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Extended Full-Day Maasai Mara Game Drives Maximizing Big Five Sightings Opportunities

Today is dedicated to fully experiencing the Maasai Mara with extended game drives designed to maximize wildlife sightings. After an early breakfast, head into the reserve with packed picnic lunches, allowing you to explore deeper and stay longer in prime wildlife areas.
Search for the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino - while also encountering cheetahs, hyenas, and vast herds of plains game.
The open landscapes provide excellent visibility, increasing your chances of witnessing dramatic wildlife interactions. Your professional guide will use experience and tracking skills to position you for the best sightings throughout the day.
Enjoy your lunch in a scenic spot within the reserve before continuing your afternoon exploration. Return to your budget camp in the evening, where a hearty dinner and a relaxing overnight stay await after a rewarding day in the wild.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Miti Mingi Eco Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Final Mara Game Drive then Smooth Transfer Through Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park

Start your day with a final early morning game drive in Maasai Mara, a prime time to catch predators on the move and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the savannah.
After breakfast, depart the reserve and begin your journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, traveling through the scenic Rift Valley with views of rolling hills and local farmlands.
Arrive in Nakuru in the afternoon and check into your budget lodge or camp. Depending on your arrival time, you may head out for an evening game drive in the park, known for its rich birdlife and protected populations of endangered species.
Lake Nakuru is one of the best places in Kenya to see both black and white rhinos, along with Rothschild’s giraffes and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight at your accommodation as you prepare for your final safari day.

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:

Egret Savanna Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Nakuru Rhino Tracking Game Drive Followed by Relaxed Return Transfer to Nairobi City

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, focusing on rhino tracking in one of Kenya’s most reliable sanctuaries for these endangered animals.
The park’s manageable size allows for excellent wildlife viewing within a short time, with opportunities to also spot lions, buffalo, giraffes, and a wide variety of bird species along the lake.
Your guide will help you locate and observe rhinos while sharing insights into their conservation and behavior. After the game drive, exit the park and begin your return journey to Nairobi.
Stop for lunch along the way before continuing through scenic landscapes back to the city. You will arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon and be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, concluding your 4-day Big Five and rhino safari experience.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.