4-Day Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Big Five Safari

Safari Overview

This 4-Day Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Big Five Safari is one of our most sought-after itineraries — carefully crafted by our Nairobi-based team to give you the best wildlife encounters, iconic landscapes, and authentic African experiences in 4 Days.

Every game drive is conducted in a private 4x4 safari jeep with a pop-up roof, led by an expert local guide with deep knowledge of Kenya's ecosystems. Accommodation options range from comfortable tented camps to luxury lodges depending on your preference.

This is a fully private safari — you won't share your vehicle with strangers. All park entry fees, transport from Nairobi, and accommodation are arranged by PMK Tours. You just show up and enjoy.

Safari Highlights

Big 5 Game Drives — daily morning and afternoon game drives in private open-roof 4x4 vehicles

Key Destinations: Lake Nakuru National Park · Masai Mara National Reserve

Quality Accommodation — choice of budget tented camps, mid-range or luxury lodges

Expert Local Guide — Nairobi-based, English-speaking, certified safari guides

Sunrise & Sunset Drives — the best light for wildlife photography and encounters

Maasai Village Visit — authentic cultural experience with the local Maasai community

Safari Itinerary

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Day 1 — Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park

Day 1

Early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in your private 4x4 safari jeep. Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park — one of Kenya's top rhino sanctuaries. Afternoon game drive around the lake shore and surrounding acacia woodland, watching for black and white rhino, flamingos, pelicans, and (with luck) tree-climbing lions. Dinner and overnight near the park.

Day 2 — Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

Day 2

Morning game drive at Lake Nakuru, then depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive across the plains. Dinner and overnight at your tented camp inside the reserve.

Day 3 — Full Day Big Five Game Drives in the Masai Mara

Day 3

A full day dedicated to the Mara's Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino — with dawn and dusk game drives in your private 4x4 jeep and a relaxed midday break at camp. Sundowner drinks over the plains before dinner.

Day 4 — Return to Nairobi

Day 4

A final sunrise game drive and breakfast at camp, then the drive back to Nairobi. Your guide will drop you at your Nairobi hotel, airport, or any city-centre location.

What's Included & Excluded

✓ Included

Private 4x4 safari jeep with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking guide/driver
All park entrance fees
Accommodation as per itinerary
All meals (full board) at camps
Drinking water during game drives
Airport/hotel pick-up and drop-off
PMK 24/7 support throughout

✗ Excluded

International flights
Kenya visa fees
Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Tips for guides and camp staff
Personal expenses & souvenirs
Hot air balloon safaris (optional add-on)
Alcoholic beverages

Why Book This Safari With PMK?

Private From Start to Finish

Your own safari vehicle, guide and flexible daily rhythm—never a shared group departure.

Planned by a Nairobi Team

Work directly with local specialists who know Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara first-hand.

Clear, Practical Pricing

Your quotation clearly explains accommodation, park fees, transport and optional upgrades.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this 4-day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru safari private?

Yes. You travel with your own safari vehicle and professional guide, so the itinerary can be adjusted around your interests.

What wildlife can I see on this safari?

Lake Nakuru is known for rhinos, giraffes and birdlife, while the Masai Mara offers excellent opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffalo, cheetahs and other plains wildlife.

What is included in the quotation?

Your tailored quotation clearly lists private transport, guide services, park fees, accommodation, itinerary meals, drinking water and Nairobi transfers.

Can I upgrade the accommodation or add a balloon safari?

Yes. PMK can recommend different accommodation levels and add an optional Masai Mara hot-air balloon safari, subject to availability.