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15 4-Day Safaris in Lake Nakuru Worth the Days

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Good 4-day safaris in Lake Nakuru fill up a season ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

4 Days Safari Lake Nakuru NP Naivasha and Masai Mara - Day two: From Nakuru to the Masai Mara
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4 Days Safari Lake Nakuru NP Naivasha and Masai Mara

1.4 Days Safari Lake Nakuru NP Naivasha and Masai Mara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · from $1,961Our pick

You’ll travel by private safari vehicle from Nairobi to Lake Naivasha, Crescent Island, Lake Nakuru, and the Masai Mara. Expect Rift Valley views, a boat ride with hippos, a guided walk among wildlife, rhino sightings, and long game drives. Guide assignments vary, with Mussa, David, George, Peter, James, and Kamara among the guides praised for their skill.

“Four day safari with flexivel Kenya Safaris was super amazing. We had the best and most knowledgeable driver guide David.”

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4 Days Safari Adventure Masai Mara and Nakuru Park Group - Day three: Leaving the Mara for Nakuru
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4 Days Safari Adventure Masai Mara and Nakuru Park Group

2.4 Days Safari Adventure Masai Mara and Nakuru Park Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · from $806

Travel from Nairobi to the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru in a group of up to 14. Expect a Rift Valley viewpoint, two nights near the Mara, a full-day game drive, possible Big Five sightings, rhinos and birdlife at Nakuru, and guides such as Yasin, David, Jack, or Dennis depending on assignment.

“We went on the 5days masai mara,lake nakuru and lake naivasha.”

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Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Camping Safari - The Mara River and a full day among wildlife
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Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

3.Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 77 reviews · 4 days · from $475

Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru in a pop-up-roof safari van. Expect two nights of camping, one night near Nakuru, expert English-speaking guides, Big Five game drives, a Mara River stop, and optional Maasai village and Lake Naivasha visits. Park fees cost extra.

“Such a unique experience. Really pleased with my guides.”

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Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Masai Mara 4 Days Private Jeep Safari - Day 2: A short Nakuru drive, then the Masai Mara
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Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Masai Mara 4 Days Private Jeep Safari

4.Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Masai Mara 4 Days Private Jeep Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $2,900

Start in Nairobi with a Rift Valley drive, a Lake Naivasha boat safari, Crescent Island walk, Lake Nakuru wildlife viewing, and two Masai Mara game drives. Your private 4x4 Jeep and guide, including guides such as James, Tony, Mike, or Norman, give your group room to set the pace. Meals and Nairobi transfers are included.

“My wife and I booked a 4 days safari to Lake Nakuru, Naivasha and Masai Mara. We saw a lot of wild animals, birds and beautiful landscapes. We chose to stay at Lake Nakuru lodge and Zebra Plains Tented Camp.”

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4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Jeep Safari - Day 2: A full day among lions, elephants, and the Mara River
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4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Jeep Safari

5.4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Jeep Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · from $1,255

Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru in a modified safari vehicle, with three nights of full-board lodging, park fees, and daily game drives included. Guides such as Morris, Joseph, George, and Ben have earned praise for spotting wildlife. Choose basic, mid-range, or luxury lodging, but confirm the exact vehicle and room setup before departure.

“My daughter and I booked our tour through Viator and were happy. Our safari in Masai Mara was great and we saw so many wild animals. Lake Nakuru Park seemed small compared to Masai Mara but the lake itself with the flamingos and other birds is worth seeing and we haRead more”

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From Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari - Day 2: Big cats, elephants, and the Mara River
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From Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari

6.From Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Group Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 50 reviews · 4 days · from $350

Join a small group of up to 15 people for four days from Nairobi to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru. Expect shared 4x4 transport, English-speaking guides such as Wycliff, Kevin, Paul, or Wilson, buffet meals, budget lodging, and game drives aimed at finding big cats, elephants, giraffes, and rhinos. Park fees cost extra.

“I had a great time at this tour , we managed to spot 4 out of the big 5 in Masai Mara and the rhino in Nakuru Special thank you to our fantastic drivers and guides Khaled and Joshua for their commitment to go over and beyond to guarantee the best experience for us The personal was kind and the buffet at the accommodations also exceeded expectations March 2025”

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Nairobi: 4 Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Camping Safari - A full day following the Mara wildlife
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Nairobi: 4 Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

7.Nairobi: 4 Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 46 reviews · 4 days · from $360

Travel from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru in four days, using a safari vehicle with a pop-up roof. Expect sunset and full-day game drives, Big Five searches, white rhinos, possible flamingos, and two nights in self-contained tents. Guide Bernardo has earned special praise for his care and animal knowledge. Optional Maasai village, boat trip, and balloon rides cost extra.

“We had a very good experience on our 4-day camping safari in Kenya. Our driver was friendly and knowledgeable, and the trip was well-organised. We were fortunate to see all of the Big Five, along with many other animals. Overall, we felt that the safari offered good value for money. The first two nights, we stayed in a simple but clean bungalow with welcoming staff. The last night, we were pleasantly surprised by a stay at a nice hotel, which was a step up in standard. The food throughout the trip was consistently good. We also took a hot air balloon safari, which was a unique and enjoyable experience. In…”

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4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari from Nairobi - Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley
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4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari from Nairobi

8.4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $1,743

Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with an open roof. You’ll see the Great Rift Valley, search for lions and rhinos, enjoy four days of game drives, and stay in included accommodation with meals and drinking water. If assigned, guide Leonard is specifically associated with this safari.

“We were a group of 3 traveling together expecting to have to share our safari pop top van with others. Luckily, we had the van to ourselves with just our driver/guide Leonard! For the most part, we had a fantastic time - lots of animal sightings, a Read more”

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4 Days Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Lodge Safari - Day one: Nairobi to Maasai Mara via the Rift Valley
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4 Days Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Lodge Safari

9.4 Days Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Lodge Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $1,950

You’ll travel privately from Nairobi to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru, with early and late game drives, lodge accommodation, park fees, and three meals daily. Guides such as Ken, Opany, Jacob, Julius, and John have led this route. Add a one-hour Lake Naivasha boat ride if timing allows.

“Right choice!!! We had a brilliant safari with Ken our driver. He was very knowledgeable and entertaining. We saw the big five. He would get our car in brilliant positions to see the animals. Would highly recommend his service.”

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4-Day Tour in Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivash, Masai Mara from Nairobi - Lake Naivasha by boat
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4-Day Tour in Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivash, Masai Mara from Nairobi

10.4-Day Tour in Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivash, Masai Mara from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $3,540

You’ll travel by private 4x4 Jeep from Nairobi to Lake Naivasha, Crescent Island, and the Maasai Mara. Expect a boat safari among hippos, a guided walk beside zebra and giraffe, early morning game drives, picnic lunch near the Mara River, and long road days. Africa Kenya Safaris assigns guides such as George, Tom, Charles, or Albert, depending on availability.

“During the four-day trip, Africa Kenya Safaris held the biodiversity of Africa in our hands. It started with Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha-where the boat slowly moved between endangered rhinos on one side and hippos floating in the water on Read more”

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4-Day Masai Mara, L Naivasha and L Nakuru Safari - Nairobi to the Mara, with a Rift Valley pause
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4-Day Masai Mara, L Naivasha and L Nakuru Safari

11.4-Day Masai Mara, L Naivasha and L Nakuru Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · from $1,196

You’ll travel from Nairobi to Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, and Lake Nakuru in a private safari vehicle with a guide and up to seven people. Expect Big Five viewing, a Mara River stop, Rift Valley scenery, Hell’s Gate, and rhino country. Choose standard, luxury, or superior lodging, then add a balloon ride, boat trip, or Maasai village visit.

“I liked very much hiring this company. I will not give 5 stars because I had a problem during the trip, but, on the other hand, they managed to get it right. I really recommend them.”

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4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Mid-Luxury safari - Day three gives Masai Mara the time it deserves
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4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Mid-Luxury safari

12.4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Mid-Luxury safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $1,400

You’ll travel privately from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara with a professional driver-guide, three lodge nights, meals, water, and park game drives. Look for black and white rhinos, flamingos, lions, elephants, leopards, and buffalo. Guides such as David and Samson have been praised for sharp animal spotting and thoughtful service.

“Amazing experience with Milana, enjoyed a lot and good organisation. A bit expensive for three days but worthy adventure.”

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4 Days Small Group Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari - Day 2: A full Maasai Mara search for the Big Five
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4 Days Small Group Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari

13.4 Days Small Group Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $311Best value

Set out from Nairobi at 8 a.m. for four days in Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru. You’ll ride in a pop-top safari vehicle, enjoy daily game drives, sleep three nights, and see Mara wildlife, white rhinos, flamingos, and Makalia Waterfalls. Pickup and airport transfer are included, though park fees and optional activities need careful checking.

“We were excited for our first safari, but unfortunately it was disappointing, we threw our money away, the driver didn't follow the itinerary he had given me, he didn't organize the tour, this made you miss the tours because the driver kept filming two girls he was taking video fRead more”

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4 Day Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Group Joining Camping Safari - Daily Departures - Day two: A full day beside the Mara River
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4 Day Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Group Joining Camping Safari – Daily Departures

14.4 Day Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Group Joining Camping Safari – Daily Departures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $1,495

Leave Nairobi for a four-day, small-group camping safari to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru. You’ll follow the Great Rift Valley, search for lions, cheetahs, elephants, rhinos, hippos, and flamingos, and travel with a professional guide such as Kikitu, Andrew, Simon, or James. Pickup, camping accommodation, meals, park fees, water, and drop-off are included.

“This trip was truly unforgettable and one of our favorite adventures we've ever booked (we've been to over 36 countries). Andrew, our guide was THE BEST. He was a phenomenal driver, person, and great at spotting all the different animals. We also got to see the Big 5 plus a cheetah which was the cherry on top. I would rate this 84754748 stars out of 5 if I could.”

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4 Days Landcruiser Safari to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru - Day two: the Mara gets a full day
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4 Days Landcruiser Safari to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru

15.4 Days Landcruiser Safari to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $660

You’ll travel from Nairobi to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru in four days, with game drives led by a safari guide and meals included. Expect a full Mara day, a rhino-focused visit to Nakuru, and a camp stay at Lenchada Camp. Guide assignments vary, with past trips led by Francis, Richard, James Gichina, Papa, and others.

“My partner and I went on the 4 day Masai Mara + Nakuru private tour, and had an unbelievable experience:”

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