4-Day Mara Nakuru Naivasha Odyssey - Low-Budget Safari

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

Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

Morning: Depart from your Nairobi hotel or airport pickup in a comfortable safari vehicle. Enjoy a scenic drive westward, with light snacks provided en route.

Mid-morning: Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic photos of the escarpment, stretching volcanic landscapes, and possible sightings of distant wildlife. Stretch your legs and grab a coffee at a local viewpoint café.
Afternoon: Arrive at Masai Mara around 1:00 PM after a 5-6 hour drive. Check into your room in Fisi Camp, followed by a welcome lunch featuring fresh salads, grilled meats, and local fruits.

At 3:00 PM, embark on an afternoon game drive spotting lions, elephants, and zebras in the open plains.

Evening: Return to the lodge by 6:00 PM for relaxation, followed by dinner at 7:30 PM with traditional Kenyan dishes like nyama choma (barbecued meat) and ugali. Optional stargazing or campfire stories.

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:

Fisi 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 in Masai Mara National Reserve

Day 2 at Masai Mara, the savanna buzzes with predator action. Hop into an open 4x4 with a sharp-eyed Maasai guide as the sun rises, painting the grasslands gold. Catch lions stalking zebra or a cheetah sprinting after antelope in heart-pounding chases. Leopards slink through shadows, blending with the dawn—the air hums with the scent of acacia and distant roars, delivering nature’s raw drama.
By mid-morning, the savanna softens. Elephants trudge past, giraffes nibble treetops, and your guide shares Maasai tales. Enjoy a bush breakfast, coffee, and pastries with zebras nearby, amid the wildebeest migration’s epic stage. At midday, retreat to a cozy lodge for a Kenyan lunch of nyama choma or still enjoy your packed lunch.
The evening game drive ignites as the sun dips, casting a golden glow. Spot buffalo, rare rhinos, or hippos in river pools. As dusk paints the sky pink, nocturnal creatures like hyenas emerge. Your guide’s spotlight catches glowing predator eyes, sealing the thrill.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Fisi Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park

At dawn in Masai Mara, embark on a scenic 4-hour drive through rolling hills and vibrant villages to Lake Nakuru National Park in the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive by early afternoon at Lake Nakuru National Park, where the soda lake dazzles with thousands of pink flamingos and over 450 bird species, framed by yellow-barked fever trees. Rare white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and zebras roam the acacia-studded shores. Check into your cozy room overlooking the lake for a Kenyan lunch, gazing at the flamingo-flecked waters.

An afternoon game drive reveals leopards lounging in trees, buffalo herds by the lake, and chattering baboons. As the sun sets in vibrant hues, visit the park’s Makalia Falls for a tranquil moment by cascading waters. Optional guided birdwatching or talks on local Pokot culture deepen the experience. Conclude with a sunset dinner at the lodge, the lake glowing under starlight, sealing a journey from Mara’s wild plains to Lake Nakuru National Park’s vibrant serenity.

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:

Hillcourt Resort & Spa

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha and Return to Nairobi

Morning (8:00 AM - 11:00 AM) Breakfast at 7:00 AM, then a 1-hour drive to Lake Naivasha. Upon arrival, enjoy a 1-hour boat safari spotting hippos, fish eagles, and water birds.

Mid-morning (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM) Have a guided walking safari on Crescent Island to see giraffes and zebras up close, or relax by the lake.

Afternoon (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Lunch at a lakeside restaurant at 1:00 PM with fresh tilapia and salads. Depart for Nairobi around 2:00 PM (1–2-hour drive), with a possible stop at a roadside curio shop for last-minute gifts. Arrive in Nairobi by 4:00-5:00 PM for drop-off at your hotel or airport.

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.