4 Days Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Migration Safari Tour 2025/2026/2027
Experience the iconic Great Migration and Big Five wildlife in just 4 days with our Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Migration Safari Tour 2025/2026/2027. This unforgettable Kenya safari takes you to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve—timed for the dramatic wildebeest river crossings—and to Lake Nakuru, a UNESCO-listed park known for flamingos, rhinos, and scenic lake views.
Perfect for travelers seeking a short but action-packed safari, this package offers game drives led by expert guides, premium accommodations, and chances to see lions, elephants, giraffes, and elusive leopards. Whether you’re looking to photograph the wildebeest migration or explore the pink shores of Lake Nakuru, this 4-day itinerary delivers a classic Kenyan safari experience.
We design our Kenya safari tours with flexibility, value, and exclusive wildlife moments in mind. This tour is ideal for families, couples, or solo travelers eager to explore East Africa’s wildlife wonders. Extend your safari with a Zanzibar beach holiday or explore more in our Masai Mara safari packages.
Book now to secure your spot for the 2025/2026/2027 migration season!
More about the Great Migration – WWF
🦓 Day-by-Day Itinerary: 4 Days Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Migration Tour 2025/2026/2027
🗓 Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park – Flamingos & Rhino Safari
Your adventure begins with a morning pick-up in Nairobi. Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley towards Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its pink-hued flamingo-lined shores and thriving population of endangered white and black rhinos.
Arrive in time for lunch and embark on your first thrilling afternoon game drive. Watch for lions, buffaloes, Rothschild giraffes, and thousands of bird species around the lake.
Overnight: Lake Nakuru Lodge / Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
🗓 Day 2: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara – Enter Big Cat Country
After breakfast, journey south through Kenya’s stunning highlands to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, home of the Great Wildebeest Migration and the Big Five.
Arrive at your safari camp or lodge in time for lunch, followed by an evening game drive to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and more. The golden plains of the Mara will leave you spellbound.
Overnight: Zebra Plains Mara Camp / Ashnil Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🗓 Day 3: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara – Great Migration Adventure
Enjoy a full-day safari in the Masai Mara with picnic lunch along the Mara River, where crocodiles and hippos await the migrating wildebeests and zebras. Track prides of lions, cheetahs hunting in the open plains, and possibly witness a dramatic river crossing during the peak Great Migration in Kenya season (July–October).
Optional: Visit a traditional Maasai village to experience Kenya’s indigenous culture.
Overnight: Zebra Plains Mara Camp / Ashnil Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🗓 Day 4: Morning Game Drive – Return to Nairobi
Rise early for a final sunrise game drive and catch last glimpses of Kenya’s majestic wildlife. After breakfast, return to Nairobi via road or optional flight. Arrive by late afternoon for your onward journey.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
📣 Why Book This Migration Safari?
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Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration from prime locations
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Explore Lake Nakuru, Kenya’s top rhino sanctuary and flamingo haven
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Travel with expert safari guides and enjoy private or small group experiences
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Stay in handpicked lodges and tented camps with wildlife views
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Can be combined with a Zanzibar beach holiday or Amboseli Safari Tour
FAQ Section
Q1: When is the best time for the Masai Mara Migration Safari in Kenya?
The best time to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration in the Masai Mara is from July to October each year, when herds cross the Mara River.
Q2: How long is the drive from Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara?
The drive takes approximately 5–6 hours, depending on road conditions.
Q3: Is 4 days enough for a Kenya safari tour?
Yes! A 4-day itinerary covering Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru is ideal for travelers seeking a high-impact safari in a short timeframe.
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