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4 Day Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

4 Day Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

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Overview

Enjoy a camping safari from Nairobi to the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru. This 4-day itinerary includes two nights at a campsite in the Masai Mara, one night in Nakuru, game drives in both reserves, a bird walk at Lake Elementaita, and an optional boat trip on Lake Naivasha. With expert guiding, scenic Rift Valley travel, and campfire evenings, this safari offers a genuine Kenyan wildlife adventure at an accessible price.

Masai Mara: Two nights near Kenya’s famous Big Five reserve, with an afternoon game drive and a full day of exploration.

Lake Nakuru: Afternoon game drive among rhinos, flamingos, buffaloes, leopards and Rift Valley viewpoints.

Lake Elementaita: A peaceful morning bird walk along the lake shores.

Lake Naivasha: Optional boat ride and Crescent Island visit, subject to availability and additional cost.

Bush Picnic Experience: Enjoy lunches surrounded by wildlife and sweeping savannah landscapes.

Great Rift Valley: Scenic viewpoint stop on the journey from Nairobi.

Camping comfort: Carefully selected campsites and accommodation suited to your journey.

Great Migration season: Travel between July and October for possible migration encounters, subject to wildlife movements.

Itinerary

Nairobi
Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara — Journey into the Wild

Depart Nairobi early and travel through the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara. Stop at a scenic viewpoint, check in, enjoy lunch and set out on an afternoon game drive.

Lenchada Tourist Camp, canvas tents
Lunch and dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Masai Mara Safari — Big Cats and Savannah Magic

Spend a full day on game drives in the Masai Mara. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve and search for the Big Five, predators, grazers, and birdlife.

 

Lenchada Tourist Camp, canvas tents
Breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner
Lake Nakuru
Day 3: Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru — Flamingo Haven

After an optional Maasai village visit, depart the Masai Mara for Lake Nakuru. Enjoy lunch en route and set out on an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.

Budget hotel or camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Lake Elementaita
Nairobi
Day 4: Lake Elementaita, Lake Naivasha and Return to Nairobi — A Final Rift Valley Morning

Enjoy a morning bird walk along Lake Elementaita. Add an optional Lake Naivasha boat ride and Crescent Island visit, then travel to Nairobi for your hotel or airport drop-off.

No overnight stay
Breakfast and lunch
Wildlife

Wildlife Experience


Key reserves, habitats, and wildlife encounters on this safari route

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit


The ideal months for wildlife viewing and safari experiences in East Africa

Inclusions

Transport in a safari-customised 4×4 vehicle with pop-up roof.

Professional English-speaking safari guide.

Two nights’ camping accommodation in the Masai Mara area.

One night’s accommodation in Nakuru.

Meals as listed in the itinerary.

Afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara on Day 1.

Full-day game drive in the Masai Mara on Day 2.

Afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park on Day 3.

Bird walk along Lake Elementaita on Day 4.

Applicable Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru National Reserve entrance fees for confirmed activities.

Bottled drinking water during game drives.

Applicable government taxes and statutory levies.

Exclude

International flights to and from Nairobi.

Kenya visa or applicable travel documentation costs.

Travel insurance and medical evacuation.

Optional Maasai village cultural visit.

Optional Lake Naivasha boat ride.

Optional Crescent Bird Island visit.

Optional hot-air balloon safari.

Beverages other than bottled water, including soft drinks and alcohol.

Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers or camp staff.

Personal items, souvenirs and additional snacks.

Additional accommodation, upgrades or services outside the confirmed itinerary.

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