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4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Overland Safari

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A lioness charges into a cloud of dust as a herd of zebras stampedes away, their black-and-white stripes cutting through the haze.
Tall giraffe standing in a sunlit African savanna, facing the camera with trees and distant hills in the background.
White rhinoceros grazing on a grassy lakeshore, with blurred flamingos and birds in flight against a colorful background
Male and female lions walking across a golden grassland with wildebeest silhouettes gathered in the distance
Lioness biting and pinning a fallen wildebeest amid a dusty, dramatic hunt scene
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Duration
4 Days
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Pickup Locations
location_on Nairobi, Kenya
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Languages
English (US), French, Spanish

Tour Summary


Embark on a thrilling 4-day overland safari adventure from Nairobi, exploring the iconic Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru National Park. Begin your journey by crossing the scenic Great Rift Valley and arrive at the Maasai Mara for your first sunset game drive. Spend a full day on safari in the Mara, witnessing Africa's Big Five and enjoying a picnic lunch in the wild. Enhance your adventure with optional experiences such as a hot air balloon safari or a visit to a traditional Maasai village. Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, famed for its flamingo-lined shores, diverse birdlife, rhinos and big cats. Enjoy game drives that offer outstanding wildlife viewing and sweeping landscapes. Accommodation on a full-board basis ensures comfort after action-packed days. The tour includes a professional driver-guide, transport in a 4x4 safari Jeep with a pop-up roof, park entrance fees, bottled water, and convenient Nairobi hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off. This safari is ideal for families, wildlife enthusiasts and first-time visitors seeking rich animal encounters and iconic Kenyan scenery. Return to Nairobi with unforgettable safari memories.

Explore Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru on a 4-day safari from Nairobi. Experience game drives, wildlife sightings, and a scenic Rift Valley journey.


Included in this tour


check_circle Professional guide/driver
check_circle 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing
check_circle Park entrance fees
check_circle Bottled water provided during the safari
check_circle Accommodation on a full-board basis (all meals included)

Not included in this tour


cancel International flights
cancel Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, laundry)
cancel Drinks and alcoholic beverages
cancel Hot air balloon ride (optional)
cancel Maasai village visit (optional)

What to Expect


Day 1

1 Journey from Nairobi to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley with a sunset game drive View details

Begin your 4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Overland Safari with a scenic drive from Nairobi through the iconic Great Rift Valley, renowned for its breathtaking vistas and vibrant landscapes. On arrival in Maasai Mara, check in at your lodge or camp and prepare for your first immersive wildlife experience.

This evening, embark on a thrilling sunset game drive across the rolling plains of the Mara, home to Africa's legendary Big Five and countless other species. Capture the magical golden light as wildlife becomes more active, and soak in the atmosphere of one of Africa's most celebrated safari destinations.

Day 2

1 Full-Day Safari in Maasai Mara with Picnic Lunch and Optional Activities View details

Spend a full day on safari in the renowned Maasai Mara, maximizing your wildlife viewing with expertly guided game drives across its vast savannahs. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild, surrounded by stunning landscapes and the chance to spot herds of elephants, graceful cheetahs, and perhaps the elusive leopard.

Enhance your adventure with optional experiences such as a hot air balloon safari drifting above the Mara at sunrise, offering unparalleled vistas and photo opportunities, or visit a traditional Maasai village to experience authentic cultural immersion. Relish unforgettable moments and rich animal encounters throughout this classic safari day.

Day 3

1 Transfer from Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru with lunch en route and an afternoon game drive View details

After breakfast and check-out from your Maasai Mara accommodation, journey overland towards Lake Nakuru National Park, enjoying scenic Kenyan countryside and a relaxing lunch stop on the way. As you approach, look out for the distinctive flamingo-studded lakeshore that welcomes you to this unique park.

In the afternoon, set off on a guided game drive within Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its concentration of rhinos, colorful birdlife, and panoramic views across the Rift Valley. Discover diverse habitats, from dense acacia woodlands to open grasslands, teeming with wildlife and photogenic vistas.

Day 4

1 Lake Nakuru to Nairobi: Optional Early Game Drive, Return Journey, and Drop-off View details

On your final day, opt for an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, maximizing your chances to spot elusive wildlife at their most active. Enjoy breakfast, then check out and prepare for your return transfer to Nairobi.

Travel through the changing landscapes of Kenya's Rift Valley, reflecting on memorable safari highlights. On arrival in Nairobi, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or airport, completing an enriching journey filled with unforgettable encounters and classic Kenyan scenery.

from US$ 1128 .15 per person Price varies by group size and season
Address
Jabavu Lane 00100, Nairobi