Wildlife
4-Day Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari
Flamingos, rhinos & acacia forest
4.6 · 118 reviews
Overview
Lake Nakuru is a birder’s paradise and a stronghold for both black and white rhino. The surrounding park shelters Rothschild’s giraffe, lion and the elusive leopard, all within an easy drive of Nairobi.
Trip highlights
- Black & white rhino sightings
- Flamingo-lined shores
- Baboon Cliff viewpoint
- Rothschild’s giraffe
Day by day
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Day 1
Lake Nakuru National Park
Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive around the park, looking out for rhinos, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes and numerous bird species. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.
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Day 2
Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve
Enjoy breakfast before departing Lake Nakuru and heading to the famous Maasai Mara. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an exciting afternoon game drive. Explore the open grasslands in search of lions, elephants, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight in the Mara.
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Day 3
Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari
Spend the entire day exploring the Maasai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Follow wildlife across the savannah and, depending on the season, witness the spectacular Great Migration. A picnic lunch can be enjoyed in the reserve. Optional activities such as a hot-air balloon safari or Maasai village visit are available at an extra cost.
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Day 4
Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Start the day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Return to the lodge for breakfast before checking out and beginning your journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy scenic views along the way before being dropped off at your hotel or the airport.
What's included
- Park fees
- Game drives with a guide
- Full-board accommodation
Not included
- Drinks
- Travel insurance
