This 4 Day - 3 Nights Masai Mara, Nakuru Safari gives you 1 great night at beautiful and comfortable lodge or camp (within Lake Nakuru National Park), and 2 amazing nights in Masai Mara National Reserve. This is a popular and fulfilling short Kenya safari in two areas known to be some of the world's best game spotting parks. A traveller cannot ignore the 400+ different species of birds in each of these parks that find life and survival up the skies of a true wilderness.
Overview
Safaris Highlights
Lake Nakuru National Park is one of the most visited valley lakes in the Rift Valley and is known for the flamingos that inhabit the soda lake. It has Kenya's oldest rhino sanctuary and its the place to find the elusive leopard and numerous rare tree-climbing lions. There are no elephants in the fenced park. Considered a part of the southern and rift tourism circuit, Nakuru.... is lies in the middle of the northern and Masai Mara destination..
When you choose this safari, you are guaranteed:-
- Decent Price for Private Safari in a Toyota Landcruiser / Jeep customized for game viewing for 4 days
- Services of a certified professional safari guide knowledgeable and experienced with travel in Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru National Park
- 2-3 Nights at a lodge or camp in the heart of Masai Mara that suits your budget which we have duly rated as fitting value for money
- 1 night at a lodge or camp inside Lake Nakuru National Park
- Return Airport transfers in a comfortable vehicle
- Satisfactory game drives
- Park fees and applicable taxes
- Complimentary bottled water on safari
- Emergency Medical Evacuation Services (Flying doctor services)
Itinerary
Day to Day Itinerary
Start of Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru Safari is with an airport pickup and transfer to your Nairobi hotel on bed and breakfast basis, although it is equally okay to travel directly to Masai Mara from the airport if arriving by an early flight and if a visit does not mind a 5-6 hr road transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve after a long flight.
Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru
- Depart from Nairobi in the morning.
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley.
- Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park for lunch.
- Afternoon game drive to see the park's famous flamingos, rhinos, and other wildlife.
- Overnight stay at a lodge or camp near the park.
Day 2: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara
- After breakfast, depart for Masai Mara National Reserve.
- Arrive in time for lunch and check into your accommodation.
- Afternoon game drive to spot the diverse wildlife, including lions, elephants, and cheetahs.
- Overnight stay in Masai Mara.
Day 3: Full Day in Masai Mara
- Enjoy a full day of game drives in Masai Mara.
- Optional activities may include a hot air balloon ride at sunrise, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush.
- Experience the rich wildlife diversity, especially if visiting during the wildebeest migration season.
- Overnight stay in Masai Mara.
Day 4: Masai Mara to Nairobi
- Morning game drive in Masai Mara for last-minute wildlife viewing.
- After breakfast, begin your journey back to Nairobi.
- Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, concluding your safari adventure.