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4-Day Masai Mara Safari Tours
The Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya never disappoints. Whether you’re going on your first African safari or you’re a repeat visitor, you can’t go wrong; the reserve is hard to beat when it comes to wildlife viewing. The wide-open plains are home to big herds of grazers, and when you look closer, you’ll find lots of predators too. Big cats steal the show, but hyenas and jackals are never far off either. Time your trip right and you might be able to witness the wildebeest migration, one of the biggest wildlife spectacles in Africa. Alternatively, visit in the Emerald season (also known as the Wet season) when the scenery is breathtaking and the crowds minimal.
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4-Day Mid- Range Tour- Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru
$1,205 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented Camp & Tented Bush CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Ways Of Africa Travel
5.0/5 – 65 Reviews
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Best Seller
4-Day Taste of Kenya - Mid-Range
$1,100 to $1,590 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Spirit of Kenya
4.9/5 – 483 Reviews
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4-Day Wonder Safari
$994 to $1,592 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & HotelYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Kameraz of Afrika
4.8/5 – 98 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara / Lake Nakuru Budget Shared Safari
$475 to $705 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Bienvenido Kenya Tours and Safaris
4.3/5 – 76 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Masai Mara - Nakuru Private Tour(Mid -Range)
$1,078 to $1,342 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented Camp & HotelYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Jocky Tours and Safaris
4.9/5 – 1307 Reviews
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Best Seller
4-Day High End Super Luxury Migration Safari
$1,920 to $3,069 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxury+Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Right Choice Tours & Safaris
5.0/5 – 237 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Midrange Jeep Safari
$1,162 to $1,604 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Resort & HotelYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Hyrax Safaris
4.9/5 – 251 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park Lodge Safari
$1,188 to $1,320 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Madukha Tours and Safaris
4.7/5 – 26 Reviews
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4-Day Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara Safari - Mid Range
$1,286 to $2,108 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Mamu Travels and Safaris Kenya
5.0/5 – 16 Reviews
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4-Day Roaming Mara & Lake Nakuru Budget Camping Safari
$601 to $760 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Jungleroam Safaris
5.0/5 – 13 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Masai Mara Fly-in Safari at Mara Bush Camp
$2,180 to $3,080 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.8/5 – 125 Reviews
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4-Day Mara & Nakuru Jeep Trek
$682 to $902 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Super Eagles Travel and Tours
4.8/5 – 158 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara-Nakuru Private Tour; Mid-Range
$1,186 to $1,476 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented Camp & HotelYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Berngo Safaris
5.0/5 – 1 Reviews
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4-Day Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara Safari
$1,320 to $2,035 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Africa Bed of Roses Safaris
5.0/5 – 1 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara National Reserve Memorable Safari
$616 to $913 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Javiva Adventures
5.0/5 – 41 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara Mid-Range Jeep Safari
$1,120 to $2,038 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi Airport (End)
Ramja Safaris
5.0/5 – 73 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara & Nakuru Big 5 Epic Safari (4x4 Jeep)
$512 to $732 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Cover Kenia Safaris
5.0/5 – 14 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara Lake Nakuru Naivasha Classic Safari
$952 to $1,243 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Beacon Safaris
4.9/5 – 265 Reviews
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4-Day Best of Masai Mara & Nakuru Kenya Midrange Tour
$2,000 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Green Zones Safaris
5.0/5 – 10 Reviews
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4-Day Great Masai Mara Migration with Special Big Five
$1,096 to $1,151 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Apodiformes Adventures
4.8/5 – 174 Reviews
6 Questions About 4-Day Masai Mara Safaris
Answered by
Ariadne van Zandbergen
Ariadne is a renowned Africa expert and photographer. She and her husband form a team who write and update many travel guides. She also contributes to travel and environmental magazines and tourism brochures. She has visited the Masai Mara several times and she hopes to go back soon.› More about Ariadne
6 Questions About 4-Day Masai Mara Safaris
Is 4 days a good amount of time for a trip in the Masai Mara?
“When going to the Masai Mara, you should ideally devote at least 4 days to your trip. If really pressed for time, you can book a 2- or 3-day trip, but 4 days is definitely more comfortable and gives you time to settle into the bush. On a 4-day trip you can break up the drive to or from the Masai Mara with an overnight stay in Lake Nakuru National Park or Lake Naivasha, with the option to visit nearby Hell’s Gate National Park. Alternatively you can spend all 3 nights in the Masai Mara. With 2 full days in the reserve, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to explore this iconic safari destination. You’ll be able to experience a full-day dusk-to-dawn game drive that will include lunch at one of the picnic spots. Morning and evening game drives are rewarding as well, but on a full day you can get further into the reserve, away from the more-crowded areas. Overall 4 days is a good amount of time for a safari in the Masai Mara if it is part of a larger Kenya tour, but if not, I would recommend allocating a few more days to your safari if at all possible.”
1Is it better to fly or go overland to the park?
“On a 4-day safari, flying and driving to the Masai Mara are both viable options. The drive takes about five to six hours. The last 100km/62mi of the road is notoriously bad, so expect to bounce around a fair amount. However, on a 4-day tour you can easily break up the drive with a stopover. Lake Nakuru NP is the most popular option. This Rift Valley lake teems with birdlife, and this is the best place in Kenya to see rhinos, which are very difficult to spot in the Masai Mara. Another great option is to spend a night at Hell’s Gate NP. The dramatic scenery is the main attraction and, as there are few dangerous animals, cycling and hiking are permitted in the park. Even without visiting other parks en route, if you’re up for it, the drive is quite an adventure. There will be a photo stop at the Rift Valley, and just seeing the usual hustle and bustle of African life as you drive through the countryside adds to making the journey special in its own right. If you choose to fly, the flight on a small aircraft will take about one hour, saving you plenty of travel time and allowing you to arrive refreshed. As you fly into the reserve, you’ll have an unforgettable bird’s-eye view of the landscape and wildlife. Fly-in safaris usually include top-end accommodation and all your activities. Last but not least is the issue of budget. Fly-in safaris are very special, but they do come with a higher price tag than road safaris.”
2What accommodation can I expect on a 4-day Masai Mara safari?
“You’ll find just about every type of accommodation you can think of in the Masai Mara. If you’re on a budget, camping is a good option. You don’t need to rough it too much. Specialized operators put together a very comfortable camping experience. The crew will look after you well and you’ll be amazed at the food they manage to whip up in a basic campsite. Camping in the bush is an adventure and it is perhaps the best way to fully appreciate your natural surroundings. While campsites are often in great locations inside the reserve, budget lodges are mostly located outside the reserve boundaries. They are usually very comfortable and offer a good base for game drives. Most mid-range and luxury accommodation options are located inside the reserve. Some very luxurious accommodation is rustic and offers very few mod cons. The trend leans towards a minimal carbon footprint with ecofriendly building materials and constructions that can be dismantled without leaving any traces. Styles vary but chalets and old-school tented camps are popular options for the smaller, more intimate camps. The level of luxury is more in the details; the exclusivity, service, food and guiding. In contrast with these boutique lodges are the bigger hotels. While they might lack character, they offer a more conventional level of luxury in regular rooms that have air-conditioning and, in some cases, even TV.”
3Which animals am I likely to see?
“The Masai Mara is one of the top wildlife-viewing destinations in Africa. The place overflows with animals and the open savannah makes spotting them quite easy. Most impressive are the big cats. No other reserve on this scale offers such easy sightings of lions and cheetahs. Although notoriously shy, leopards are regularly spotted too. You’ll see plenty of elephants, buffalo, giraffes and a big variety of antelope. Small herds of zebras, wildebeest and gazelles are always present, but around late September to October up to 10 million hooves cross the reserve in search of greener pastures. Note, though, that the exact timing of the wildebeest migration is unpredictable. The only safari heavyweight you might struggle to see on a 4-day Masai Mara safari is the rhino. If you visit Lake Nakuru NP en route you’ll get to see white and possibly black rhino there. But if not, your best bet is to visit the Mara Triangle, the most reliable area in the reserve to see them – although even there, sightings are sporadic.”
4How much does a 4-day safari in the Masai Mara cost?
“There are several variables that determine the overall price of safari packages to the Masai Mara. Prices of 4-day budget tours in the Masai Mara mostly range between US$420 to US$900 per person. Mid-range tours mostly range between US$850 to US$1,500 per person, while luxury tours start at about US$1,000 per person. You can use the filters on SafariBookings to narrow down your preferences and find tours that meet your requirements. The biggest factor determining the price of a safari is the level of accommodation. This will ultimately categorize tours as being budget, mid-range or luxury. Shared tours are usually cheaper than private tours. This is especially the case for single travelers. On a 4-day trip you might want to consider a fly-in safari, but these are considerably more expensive than road safaris. Check out the seasons too; low-season prices can be favorable and while you’ll probably get some rain at this time, it’s when the scenery is at its best. Always request a few quotes before making a final decision.”
5How do I avoid the crowds in the park?
“You might have heard that the Masai Mara can get very busy. This is true, but there are ways to avoid the crowds. Kenya has pioneered the African safari as we know it today, and the Masai Mara is the cornerstone of that industry. It is no surprise then that trips to this reserve are very popular. The low-season months of April to May and November to December see fewer visitors than the rest of the year. While this isn’t the best time for wildlife viewing, there are always animals around. April and May are the wettest months, but you’ll be rewarded with spectacular scenery and an abundance of baby animals. Even during the high season, some areas of the Mara are busier than others, but for a really exclusive safari experience you can book into one of the private conservancies bordering the Masai Mara.”
6Masai Mara Reviews
Emma is an award-winning travel writer for Rough Guides, National Geographic Traveller, Travel Africa magazine and The Independent.
Quintessential Kenyan safari destination, whatever the season
Grasslands dotted with graceful acacias, hundreds of big cats and enough natural drama to keep wildlife documentary film-makers busy year after year – the Masai Mara has it all. It also has some highly alluring and charismatic places to...
Stuart is a travel writer and author of numerous Lonely Planet guidebooks, including 'Kenya', 'Rwanda' and 'Tanzania'.
East Africa at its Exotic Best
Nowhere else sums up the East African dream like the Masai Mara. Always the best place in Kenya to see huge herds of grazers and a seemingly endless procession of carnivores big and small the Masai Mara is the one place in East Africa I...
Exceptionally amazing
My visit to Maasai Mara National Park was spectacular. It is a paradise where the spirit of the wild thrives.The park's expansive grasslands and rocky outcrops, provided the perfect unforgettable adventure. The majestic lions, graceful...
+ good access + lots of animals, we saw Buffalo, Zebra, Giraffe, Wildebeest, Rhino, cheetah, hyena, lions and many deers. + Amazing views over Savanah + Crocoldile river-centre + walking trail - limited facilities in the parc such as...
We had strong rain on 1st afternoon, which was fantastic for the unique atmosphere and my boyfriend even took fantastic pictures of animals in the rain. The other days we saw hunting cheetahs and lion, huge herds of giraffes and much...
Masai Mara was incredible for the wildlife, especially lions , cheetahs and leopards but also elephants, giraffes and zebras , all sorts of antelopes as well as hippos and crocodiles in masai Mara river.