4-Day Mara & Nakuru Group Safari – Big Five & Flamingos

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

The Safari Begins Nairobi to Masai Mara Expedition

Kick off your adventure from Nairobi with an early morning departure, leaving the city behind as you journey toward the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Travel through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley, stopping at scenic viewpoints for photos of the dramatic escarpment and vast landscapes below. Along the way, enjoy the changing scenery—from bustling towns to open countryside dotted with local villages and wildlife.
Arrive at your camp in time for lunch and a short relaxation before heading out for your first thrilling game drive in the Mara. As the sun begins to set, explore the golden savannah in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, birds of different species and more. This is your first taste of Africa’s untamed beauty, setting the stage for an unforgettable safari experience filled with wildlife encounters and stunning views.

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:

Mara Ntulele Camp

• Mid-range 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)

Full Day Masai Mara Game Drive Experience

Spend a full day exploring the endless plains of Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. After an early breakfast, set out with picnic lunch boxes for an extended game drive, giving you maximum time to discover the rich diversity of the Mara. Traverse rolling savannahs, riverbanks, and acacia-dotted landscapes as your expert guide tracks the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino—along with cheetahs, hyenas, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras.
Visit the famous Mara River, where dramatic wildlife scenes unfold, especially during the Great Wildebeest Migration season. Enjoy your picnic lunch in the wild, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and the sounds of nature. This full-day adventure offers unmatched opportunities for photography, close wildlife encounters, and unforgettable moments in the heart of Africa’s wilderness before returning to camp for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Mara Ntulele Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru Journey

Start your morning with an early breakfast in Masai Mara National Reserve, followed by a final short game drive as you exit the park. This is your last chance to spot wildlife in the golden morning light—lions returning from a night hunt, elephants grazing, and giraffes moving gracefully across the plains. Afterward, begin your scenic journey through the Great Rift Valley toward Lake Nakuru National Park, enjoying panoramic views, rolling hills, and photo stops along the way.
Arrive at Lake Nakuru in the afternoon and proceed for a relaxing game drive. The park is famous for its shimmering lake often filled with flamingos, creating a pink-hued shoreline, and its strong rhino population including both black and white rhinos. You may also spot Rothschild giraffes, buffalos, lions, and various bird species.
Enjoy a calm evening at your lodge or camp, surrounded by nature’s tranquility after an exciting journey across two of Kenya’s top safari destinations.

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)

Sunrise Farewell Lake Nakuru to Nairobi Departure

Begin your final morning in Lake Nakuru National Park with an early breakfast followed by a short sunrise game drive. This is a perfect moment to capture the park’s calm beauty as the soft morning light reflects on the lake and wildlife becomes active. Keep watch for rhinos grazing in the open plains, Rothschild giraffes moving through the acacia woodlands, and flocks of birds rising over the water.
After the game drive, begin your journey back to Nairobi with scenic stops along the Great Rift Valley for photos and relaxation breaks. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you exit the wild and return to the city.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure. You leave with incredible memories of the Big Five in Masai Mara, the pink shores of Lake Nakuru, and breathtaking landscapes across Kenya. This marks not just the end of a trip, but the beginning of lifelong safari memories.

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