4 Days
Age 4+
All Month
Availability 10
Introduction
Experience Kenya’s two most iconic safari destinations in one unforgettable journey with Africa Moja Tours & Safaris. This 4-Day Masai Mara + Lake Nakuru Safari blends the big-cat rich savannahs of the Masai Mara with the stunning rhino and flamingo sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park — making it one of the most booked Kenya safari packages worldwide.
Ideal for couples, solo travellers, families, and small groups, this itinerary delivers Big Five sightings, breathtaking landscapes, and multicultural experiences at a great value.
Tour Overview
Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Safari by Africa Moja Tours & Safaris combines Big Five game drives in the Masai Mara with flamingos and rhino sightings at Lake Nakuru National Park. This safari includes accommodation, meals, and expert guiding for a perfectly balanced Kenya wildlife experience
Tour Highlights
- Big Five safari in the Masai Mara
- Full-day game drive with picnic lunch at the Mara River
- Rhino sanctuary game viewing at Lake Nakuru
- Scenic Great Rift Valley viewpoints
- Comfortable budget or mid-range accommodation
- Professional English-speaking safari guides
- Small groups for personalised experience
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Nairobi → Masai Mara National Reserve
- Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or the airport. Depart via the Great Rift Valley, stopping for sightseeing and panoramic photography.
- Arrive in the Masai Mara in time for lunch at your budget or mid-range safari camp (en-suite tents).
- Afternoon Game Drive
- Your first safari begins around 4 PM. Explore the rolling plains in search of the Big Five:
- Lions
- Leopards
- Elephants
- Buffalo
- Rhinos (rare but possible)
- Additionally, the Mara is home to cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, elands, hippos and hundreds of bird species.
- Return to the camp for dinner and enjoy a relaxing night under the African sky.
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Budget Tented Camp (Upgrades available)
- Day 2 – Full-Day Safari in the Masai Mara
- Start with an early breakfast before setting off for a full-day game drive across one of Africa’s richest wildlife ecosystems.
- Morning Game Viewing
- Your guide tracks fresh footprints and wildlife movement to maximise your sightings. Expect opportunities to see:
- Cheetahs stalking prey
- Lions feeding or resting
- Leopards in trees
- Hippos and crocodiles
- Massive herds of wildebeest & zebras
- Picnic Lunch at the Mara River
- Enjoy a picnic lunch at the famous Mara River, the dramatic crossing point for the Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October). Even outside migration season, the river hosts hippos, crocodiles and stunning views.
- Afternoon Safari
- Continue exploring until late afternoon before returning to camp.
- Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Budget Tented Camp
- Day 3 – Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru National Park
- After breakfast, enjoy a final early-morning game drive as you exit the reserve — an ideal time for predator sightings and incredible sunrise photography.
- Depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge.
- Afternoon Game Drive in Lake Nakuru
- Lake Nakuru is Kenya’s premier rhino sanctuary and one of the most beautiful national parks. On your afternoon safari, look for:
- Black and white rhinos
- Rothschild giraffes
- Flamingos (seasonal but often present)
- Lions & leopards
- Pelicans and thousands of birds
- Tree-climbing lions (rare but possible)
- The scenery here is very different from the Mara — expect forests, cliffs, and a vast soda lake shimmering against the horizon.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge / Similar
- Day 4 – Lake Nakuru → Nairobi
- Enjoy a relaxing breakfast at the lodge before your final short game drive in Nakuru.
- Depart for Nairobi with drop-off at your hotel or airport in the afternoon.
- Meals: Breakfast
- End of Safari – Africa Moja Tours & Safaris
Departure Location
Nairobi hotel or the airport
Departure Time
07:00am
Return Time
Nairobi hotel or the airport
Included
- Return transport from Nairobi in pop-up roof safari vehicle
- 2 nights in Masai Mara (budget tented camp)
- 1 night in Lake Nakuru (mid-range lodge)
- Daily game drives in both parks
- All meals as indicated
- All park entrance fees
- Experienced English-speaking driver/guide
- Drinking water during safari
- Pickup/drop-off in Nairobi
Not Included
- Soft drinks & alcoholic beverages
- Optional Maasai Village visit
- Tips for driver/guide
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Flights to/from Nairobi
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — it’s one of the best introductions to Kenya’s wildlife.
Very high chance, especially lions, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos (Nakuru).
Madikwe is a malaria-free safari destination offering privacy, luxury lodges, and unforgettable Big Five safari experiences — perfect for couples.
Yes — we operate this safari daily.
Yes — groups are shared unless private option is selected.
