4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Big 5 Safari

From $1,650 per person

Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Big 5 Safari Prices

Start dates	2 people	3 people	4 people	5 people	6 people
Feb 4, 2024 – Jun 30, 2024	$1,870	$1,760	$1,705	$1,650	$1,650
Jul 1, 2024 – Sep 30, 2024	$2,475	$2,365	$2,255	$2,200	$2,200
Oct 1, 2024 – Dec 21, 2024	$1,870	$1,760	$1,705	$1,650	$1,650
Dec 22, 2024 – Jan 2, 2025	$2,475	$2,365	$2,255	$2,200	$2,200
Jan 3, 2025 – Jun 30, 2025	$1,870	$1,760	$1,705	$1,650	$1,650

Itinerary Overview:
Experience the legendary Big Five in the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve and explore the stunning lakes of the Great Rift Valley. Witness rhinos, flamingos, and diverse wildlife while enjoying scenic landscapes and cultural encounters with the Maasai people. This 4-day safari combines thrilling game drives, walking safaris, and relaxation at lodges for an unforgettable Kenyan adventure.

Day 1: Nairobi – Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru

Depart from Nairobi in the morning and drive to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, followed by a walking safari in the nearby animal sanctuary. Continue to Lake Nakuru in the afternoon, check in at your lodge, relax, and enjoy dinner.
Overnight: Lodge/camp at Lake Nakuru

Day 2: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, embark on an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, home to hundreds of black and white rhinos and other wildlife. Return to the lodge for lunch, freshen up, and drive to the Masai Mara. Arrive in time to relax, and at 17:00 hrs, join Maasai Morans (warriors) for a walking safari and a cultural visit to traditional Maasai villages. Return to your lodge/camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight: Lodge/camp in Masai Mara

Day 3: Full Day in Masai Mara

Spend the day on game drives with flexible scheduling. Option 1: Full-day game drive from 7:30 am with a picnic lunch, including a visit to the Mara River during the migration season. Option 2: Early morning game drive at 6:00 am, return for breakfast, relax until mid-afternoon, then enjoy an afternoon game drive starting at 16:00. Return to the lodge/camp for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Lodge/camp in Masai Mara

Day 4: Masai Mara – Nairobi

After an early breakfast and optional morning game drive, depart for Nairobi. Arrive at your hotel or the airport for your onward flight, concluding your safari.
Overnight: Not included (depending on flight arrangements)

Includes:

Transport in 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Park entry fees for Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara
Accommodation on full-board basis (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
Game drives as per itinerary
Cultural visit and walking safari in Masai Mara
Bottled water during game drives

Excludes:

International flights to/from Nairobi
Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, telephone, tips, souvenirs)
Travel/medical insurance
Optional activities outside the itinerary
Visa fees

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Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Big 5 Safari Prices

Price per person sharing

Solo – USD 2,500
Group of 2 – USD 2,475
Group of 3 – USD 2,365
Group of 4 – USD 2,255
Group of 5 – USD 2,200
Group of 6 – USD 2,200

Itinerary Overview

You can experience the renowned “Big Five” in the Masai Mara National Reserve, a destination often hailed as the premier national park worldwide. After your time in the reserve, you can embark on a captivating journey to explore one of the most awe-inspiring lakes within the Great Rift Valley.

The Masai Mara National Reserve is not only celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes but also for its exceptional wildlife sightings. Here, you can encounter the legendary Big Five – lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinoceros. The park’s vast expanse provides a habitat for these iconic creatures, allowing you to observe them in their natural environment, making for a truly unforgettable experience.

Following your adventure in the Masai Mara, your journey will take you to one of the Rift Valley’s most picturesque lakes. This region is renowned for its abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts. The lake is a sanctuary for numerous rhinoceros, and its shores are adorned with the mesmerizing sight of countless flamingoes, creating a striking juxtaposition of colors against the serene waters. But the lake’s charm doesn’t end there; it is also home to many other fascinating animals, ensuring exploration will be filled with unique and captivating wildlife encounters.

In summary, your journey through the Masai Mara National Reserve and the Rift Valley’s stunning lakes promises an extraordinary wildlife experience, allowing you to witness the majestic Big Five and other fascinating creatures in their natural habitats. This adventure in Kenya’s remarkable wilderness is an opportunity of a lifetime for nature lovers and safari enthusiasts.

Itinerary in Details:

Day 1 Nairobi to Lake Nakuru

You’ll be picked up then head for Naivasha arriving in the afternoon in time for lunch.

You will then have the activities for the day.
Boat ride in Lake Naivasha followed by a walking safari in the animal sanctuary
You will then drive to Lake Nakuru.
Arrive in time for relaxation at your hotel.
Later enjoy a freshly prepared dinner.
Your overnight stay will be at your lodge/camp.
Day 2 Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Breakfast then head out for an early morning game drives in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Highlights here are that this is home to hundreds of rhinos both black and white, and other wildlife.
After the game drive, we head back to the hotel/lodge, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and your overnight stay.
You will later drive to Masai Mara.
Between July and October, things get busy in the Great Rift Valley. Millions of zebra and wildebeest make the perilous crossing across the Masai Mara in search of new grazing territory. In their wake comes a veritable horde of predators.
You’ll arrive in time for lunch and then have time to relax from the drive.
At 17.00hrs you will be picked from your hotel by Maasai Morans (warriors) who will guide you through a walking safari in the dense Maasai Mara as you head later for a cultural tour to some of the old tribes that still exist.
You’ll return to lodge/camp for dinner and your overnight stay.

Day 3 More Game Drives

Today’s itinerary is flexible and you can discuss with your guide and plan for the day’s schedule.You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full-day game drives around 7:30 am with a picnic lunch. This will give you a chance to visit the Mara River where the migration happens during its time. Also, you’ll have better chances to view wildlife all day and return back to the lodge/camp late in the afternoon.
Or: –

At 6:00 am, depart for an early morning game drive. Later, return to your accommodation for breakfast and relax for the morning until midafternoon. Then at 4:00 pm, depart on an afternoon game drive. You’ll return to the lodge/camp at 6:30 pm for dinner and your overnight stay.

Day 4 Drive Back to Nairobi

Depending on your flight details you will organize with your guide on your departure from Masai Mara.
You will be transferred to your Nairobi Location or to the airport for your homebound fligh