4-Day Mara Express · 4 days
Discover and experience the wonders of Masai Mara National Reserve and Lake Nakuru National Park in a 4-day game drive. See the wildlife in each park and explore part of the Serengeti ecosystem.
Embark on a 4-day game drive and explore the Masai Mara National Reserve and Lake Nakuru National Park. Spend a day from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru, then head to Masai Mara to witness undisturbed wildlife. Experience a full-day game drive and get a taste of the wild animals of Africa.
Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru
Early in the morning, enjoy pickup from the airport or hotel and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Across the equator, southwards of Bogoria, lies the rift valley's most famous 'Lake Nakuru'.
Lake Nakuru is known all over the world for its flamingoes and is recognized as being one of the natural wonders of the world. Now as a rhino sanctuary, it harbors a population of over 40 black and over 60 white rhinos, but the flamingos have always been the main attraction.
At times there may be almost 2 million flamingos in the residence, forming a stunningly beautiful deep pink band around the edge of the lakeshore. Arrive in time for lunch, then have an afternoon game drive.
Spend the night at the Lake Nakuru Lodge and enjoy dinner and relaxation.
Day 2: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara
Wake early and take in a morning drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve, which holds on as one of the few places left on earth where wildlife still lives comparatively undisturbed, in the numbers that once roamed the plains and forests of Africa.
As the northern tip of the vast Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara hosts the spectacular seasonal migration of many thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and attendant predators. Arrive in time for lunch, then have an afternoon game drive.
Delight in dinner and overnight at the Jambo Mara Lodge or Similar.
Day 3: Masai Mara Full Day Game Drive
After breakfast, get ready for a full-day game drive, with a packed lunch provided. The reserve is well known for its black-maned lion, as well as its abundant resident wildlife, and it's one of the few places where it's possible to see the Big Five.
Many of the cheetahs are so tame that they seek shelter from the hot sun under one's vehicle and several even climb onto the roof to get a better view of prospective prey.
The Mara hosts the spectacular seasonal migration of many thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and attendant predators.
For the bird enthusiast, almost 500 species have been recorded: among these are 16 species of eagle, plus many hawks and falcons, 6 species of vultures, 8 species of storks, 4 of bustard (including the Kori bustard, the world's heaviest flying bird), and 9 species of sunbirds.
Afterward, head back to your accommodation for dinner and rest.
Day 4: Masai Mara to Nairobi
After breakfast depart late in the morning to Nairobi, and arrive at about 5 PM.
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Pickup and drop-off within Nairobi. 3 meals per day during the Safari. Transport in a 4X4 Land Cruiser with a Pop up roof. Bottle drinking water. Professional driver guide. Small group tour
This tour runs for 4 days with departures from Nairobi. Game drives are run morning and afternoon at each park stop.
Pricing starts from $1,145 per person sharing. Solo travellers are typically charged a single supplement of 30–60% on top. Final cost depends on departure date, group size, and lodge tier.
Yes — this tour offers free cancellation when you cancel up to 24 hours before the departure date for a full refund.
