4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari | Kenya Wildlife Adventure Tour
4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari
The 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari is the perfect shared adventure for travelers eager to experience Kenya’s most iconic wildlife parks in a budget-friendly and socially engaging format. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, students, and backpackers, this group joining safari offers guaranteed departures from Nairobi and blends big game excitement with scenic landscapes and vibrant birdlife.
During the 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari, you’ll enjoy immersive game drives across the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve—famous for its lions, cheetahs, elephants, and the seasonal Great Migration. You’ll then travel to Lake Nakuru National Park, a compact but wildlife-rich sanctuary known for its flocks of flamingos, endangered rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and picturesque lake views.
With round-trip transport from Nairobi, park entrance fees, accommodation, meals, and guided safaris included, the 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari provides a cost-effective and hassle-free way to explore Kenya’s top destinations. You’ll travel with fellow adventurers in a shared 4×4 safari vehicle, creating opportunities for connection and shared experiences in the African wilderness.
Whether you’re short on time or looking for an affordable way to see Kenya’s natural highlights, the 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari delivers unforgettable moments and incredible wildlife encounters over four well-paced days. Book your seat today and let the 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari be the highlight of your East African journey.
Safari Highlights – 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari
The 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari is one of Kenya’s most rewarding short safaris, combining the vast savannahs of the Masai Mara with the unique lake and birdlife ecosystems of Lake Nakuru National Park. Designed for budget-conscious travelers who prefer group tours, this safari offers excellent wildlife sightings, social travel, and comfort on a tight schedule.
Join a guaranteed departure 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari from Nairobi and travel in a shared 4×4 safari van with an experienced driver-guide.
Enjoy multiple game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s top safari destinations and home to the Big Five, big cats, and massive herds of plains game.
Witness incredible predator-prey interaction and, during migration season, possibly spot wildebeest crossings and dramatic chases.
Explore Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its pink flamingos, white and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, waterbucks, and leopards.
Take in spectacular landscapes, from the Mara’s open plains to Lake Nakuru’s wooded ridges and alkaline shores.
Stay in comfortable budget or midrange tented camps and lodges, with all meals included throughout the 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari.
Meet like-minded travelers, making the 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari not just a wildlife tour, but a social and memorable group travel experience.
If you’re looking for a well-balanced, budget-friendly safari that combines two of Kenya’s most celebrated parks, the 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari is your perfect choice.
Safari Itinerary– 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari
Day 1: Depart Nairobi – Afternoon Game Drive in Masai Mara
Your 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari begins with an early morning group pickup from Nairobi. You’ll travel in a shared 4×4 safari van, led by a professional English-speaking guide. The drive to Masai Mara takes you through the Great Rift Valley, with scenic stops along the way for photos and refreshments.
Arrive at your camp or lodge in time for lunch and check-in. In the afternoon, set out on your first game drive inside the Masai Mara National Reserve. This is your introduction to one of Africa’s richest wildlife ecosystems, where you may encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species. Sunset over the Mara plains makes for a breathtaking end to your first day on the 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari.
Accommodation Options:
Budget: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
Midrange: AA Lodge Masai Mara / Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Luxury (on request): Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Basecamp Masai Mara
Drive Distance: Nairobi to Masai Mara – approx. 270 km
Estimated Driving Time: 5 to 6 hours
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara – Big Five and More
Day two of your 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari begins with an early breakfast before heading out for a full-day game drive in the reserve. With packed lunchboxes, you’ll spend the day exploring the Mara’s diverse habitats in search of the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as cheetahs, hippos, hyenas, jackals, and over 450 bird species.
During the migration season (July to October), your guide will take you to the Mara River to witness the dramatic wildebeest crossings, a highlight of any 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari.
Enjoy your picnic lunch in the wild before continuing the afternoon drive. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight rest, reflecting on the day’s incredible sightings.
Accommodation: Same as Day 1
Game Drive Duration: 6 to 8 hours (with picnic lunch in the park)
Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park
On the third day of your 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari, enjoy an optional early morning game drive before breakfast—an excellent time to spot predators like lions and hyenas returning from a night hunt.
After breakfast, check out and begin the scenic drive toward Lake Nakuru National Park, located in the Great Rift Valley. The journey offers beautiful views of rural Kenya, with a lunch stop along the way. You’ll arrive in Nakuru town by late afternoon and check in to your lodge or guesthouse near the park.
The evening is yours to relax and prepare for the final game drive of your 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari.
Accommodation Options in Nakuru:
Budget: Citymax Hotel Nakuru / Legacy Hotel
Midrange: Ziwa Bush Lodge / Lake Nakuru Lodge
Luxury (on request): Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Drive Distance: Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru – approx. 250 km
Estimated Driving Time: 5 to 6 hours (with stops)
Day 4: Morning Game Drive in Lake Nakuru – Return to Nairobi
Day four of your 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari begins with an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. Known for its stunning lake views, acacia woodlands, and unique wildlife, this park is home to both black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, flamingos, pelicans, leopards, waterbucks, and baboons.
After your game drive and breakfast at the lodge, check out and begin the journey back to Nairobi with the rest of the group. Expect to arrive in the early evening, depending on traffic. The 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari ends with a drop-off in the city center, airport, or your preferred location in Nairobi.
Drive Distance: Lake Nakuru to Nairobi – approx. 160 km
Estimated Driving Time: 3 to 4 hours
Join the Ultimate Kenya Safari Adventure
Our 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari is the perfect combination of wildlife, landscapes, and budget-friendly travel. Designed for solo adventurers and group travelers alike, this shared safari covers the best of Kenya’s Big Five and birdlife in just four unforgettable days.
Group Cost Table – 4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari
Group Size | Price Per Person (USD) | Total Group Cost (USD) |
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2 People | $550 | $1,100 |
3 People | $520 | $1,560 |
4 People | $490 | $1,960 |
5 People | $470 | $2,350 |
6 People | $460 | $2,760 |
7 People | $455 | $3,185 |
8 People | $450 | $3,600 |
9 People | $445 | $4,005 |
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Included/Exclude
Pickup and drop-off in Nairobi (city center or airport)
Transport in shared 4x4 safari van with pop-up roof
English-speaking professional driver-guide
2 nights in Masai Mara (budget or midrange camp/lodge)
1 night in Lake Nakuru (budget or midrange hotel/lodge)
Park entrance fees for Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru
Game drives as per itinerary (Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru)
All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during safari
Bottled drinking water during safari
International airfare
Kenya tourist visa
Travel insurance
Optional Maasai village visit ($20 per person)
Tips and personal expenses
Soft and alcoholic drinks
Pre- and post-safari accommodation in Nairobi (available on request)