Safari

From Nairobi: 4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Naivasha Safari With Stays, and Entry Fees

Name: From Nairobi: 4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Naivasha Safari With Stays, and Entry Fees
Start: 2026-11-03T07:30:00
End: 2026-11-03T07:30:00
Location: Nairobi

Experience a 4-day Masai Mara and Lake Naivasha safari with round-trip transfers and all safari transport handled.

An expert guide leads your small-group safari, with game drives in pop-up vehicles, park fees, specified meals, and bottled water included.

In Masai Mara National Reserve, spend days on the plains, watching lions, elephants, cheetahs, and giraffes from pop-up roof safari vehicles.

Visit Lake Naivasha, with the option to add a boat ride among hippos and birds at an extra cost, bookable after your safari.

Choose budget, comfort, or luxury stays and keep the shared group option, or upgrade to a fully private safari.

4-day Masai Mara safari with Lake Naivasha visit

3 game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve in a pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle and a pop-up roof minivan

Transport in a pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle and a pop-up roof minivan

Round-trip transfers

All park entry fees

Professional driver-guide

Accommodation as specified in the itinerary

Meals as specified in the itinerary (Lunch and dinner on Day 1, all meals on Days 2-3, breakfast and lunch on Day 4)

Bottled water during game drives

Luxury accommodation throughout [as per option selected]

Comfort accommodation throughout [as per option selected]

Budget accommodation throughout [as per option selected]

Shared or private tour [as per option selected]

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips

Meals not specified in the itinerary and drinks

TOTAL DURATION94 hours - 96 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERCar
Start point
Day 1: Nairobi
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Passes By
Great Rift Valley
1. Masai Mara National Reserve accommodation
Arrive around lunchtime and continue to your selected lodge or camp in the Masai Mara area for check-in and some time to refresh.
2. Lunch
3. Afternoon game drive
4. Masai Mara accommodation
5. Dinner
6. Day 2: Breakfast
7. Morning game drive
8. Picnic lunch in Masai Mara
9. Afternoon game drive
10. Masai Mara accommodation
11. Dinner
12. Day 3: Breakfast
13. Lake Naivasha
14. Lunch
15. Optional activities at Lake Naivasha
16. Lake Naivasha accommodation
17. Dinner
18. Day 4: Breakfast
19. Hell's Gate National Park
1 activity
20. Lunch en route to Nairobi
End point
Nairobi
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You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
3 weeks ago
My solo trip turned out to be an unforgettable adventure. Everything—from the pick-up in Nairobi to the last day at Lake Naivasha—was organized so smoothly, I barely had to think about logistics. I especially appreciated the guide's storytelling during our drives; learned a lot about the Masai Mara ecosystem and the animals we spotted together. One highlight was watching a pride of lions wake up at dawn—our guide always knew the best time to find the animals most active. Accommodation was comfortable and meals shared with the group made it feel like traveling with friends. My only wish was for a bit more free time at the lake, but overall, it was packed with memorable moments and beautiful scenery.
3 weeks ago
Traveling with my family and close friends on this Masai Mara and Lake Naivasha safari was just wonderful. Everything felt really organized; our guide kept us on track and shared so much about the local animals and cultures. Riding in the pop-up minivan was a highlight—the kids loved peeking out the roof for close-up wildlife views. Meals were tasty and there was always bottled water on hand. I also appreciated that all park fees and transfers were included, no hidden charges. Some of our group took the boat ride at Lake Naivasha and spotted hippos and loads of birds! Our accommodations were clean and restful, which was especially good after long game drives. It's a trip we’ll remember for years.
Last week
Traveling on my own, I was a little nervous, but this safari made it effortless. The driver-guide picked me up right in Nairobi and handled every detail, so I just focused on the scenery. We spent long hours crisscrossing Masai Mara in the pop-up vehicle, which made spotting giraffes and big cats a breeze (and great for photos). I learned so much from our guide—he really brought the parks to life with his stories. Accommodations were clean and restful, and the included meals were filling and had local flavors. Even the optional boat ride at Lake Naivasha was super easy to add. My only wish is that we had a tiny bit more time at the lake, but otherwise everything was top-notch.
Last week
Traveling as a couple, we were blown away by the wildlife and landscapes on this safari. Our guide was genuinely passionate about the animals and took time to explain everything we saw, from lions lounging in the shade to giraffes moving gracefully across the plains. The pop-up 4x4 was comfortable for the long drives, and our accommodations exceeded expectations—hot showers after dusty days were a big bonus. The included meals were tasty, and bottled water was always available. While the program was packed, there was just enough downtime to relax. I wish we’d had a little more time at Lake Naivasha, but overall, this was a dream trip we’ll talk about forever.
2 weeks ago
I went solo on this Masai Mara and Lake Naivasha safari and felt looked after every step of the way. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable, pointing out cheetahs and rare birds I’d never have noticed myself. Accommodation was comfortable, and the group size was just right—big enough to make friends but small enough to hear everything the guide shared. The included meals were filling and tasty, and I felt at ease knowing all entry fees were settled in advance. My only small wish is that we had more time at Lake Naivasha—it’s so peaceful there! Would recommend this trip to anyone who wants wildlife and ease.

Your 4-day safari combines two nights in the Masai Mara with a lakeside stay in Naivasha, giving you wildlife drives and the option to add a boat ride at an extra cost.

Getting started

Your round-trip transfers take you between Nairobi and the safari destinations, with transport during the trip provided by a pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle and a pop-up roof minivan. Your professional driver-guide accompanies you throughout the safari, helping you navigate the reserve and surrounding areas. Depending on your selected option, you’ll travel privately or in a shared group.

What to expect

Masai Mara National Reserve

Spend two nights in the Masai Mara, with game drives across the reserve in a pop-up roof safari vehicle. The reserve covers 1,510 sq km of open savannah and is known for its lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, and the Great Migration from July to October.

Set out on 3 game drives to look for wildlife across the Masai Mara’s grasslands.

Watch for lion prides, elephant herds, cheetahs, and giraffes as your driver-guide tracks animal sightings.

Travel in a pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle or pop-up roof minivan, giving you an elevated position for viewing wildlife.

Keep hydrated with bottled water provided during your game drives, while all Masai Mara park entry fees are covered.

Lake Naivasha

Continue to Lake Naivasha for a quieter change of scenery and a night beside one of Kenya’s best-known freshwater lakes. You can add a boat ride on the lake at an extra cost, with the option available to purchase after booking.

Enjoy time around Lake Naivasha and take in the lake and surrounding wildlife.

Add an optional boat ride to look for hippos in the water and birds around the lake. The boat ride costs extra and can be booked after your safari.

Travel with your professional driver-guide between safari stops and Lake Naivasha.

Your stay and meals

Your accommodation is arranged for all 3 nights according to the category selected at booking, with budget, comfort, and luxury options available throughout.

Choose a budget, comfort, or luxury accommodation plan to suit your trip.

Enjoy lunch and dinner on Day 1, all meals on Days 2 and 3, and breakfast and lunch on Day 4.

Dietary preferences can be catered for as specified by your selected option.

Wrapping up

After your final activities, your round-trip transfers take you back toward Nairobi, bringing your 4-day safari to a close. You can choose a private tour for a more exclusive experience or a shared group tour.

Additional information

Minimum age: The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.

Tour order: The exact order, contents, and accommodation on the tour may change based on availability.

Accommodation changes: If a listed lodge is fully booked, a comparable alternative will be offered.

Travel insurance: We recommend purchasing travel insurance before your trip.

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