4 Days Premium Mara Big Five and Nakuru Rhino Circuit

Book a 4-day premium Maasai Mara Big Five and Lake Nakuru rhino safari with private game drives, luxury lodging and iconic wildlife.

Search the Maasai Mara for iconic wildlife before exploring Lake Nakuru’s celebrated rhino and bird habitats.

Our 4-Day Premium Mara Big Five & Nakuru Rhino Circuit is designed for travellers seeking a concentrated wildlife journey across two complementary Kenyan parks. Your safari begins from Nairobi and continues to Maasai Mara for an afternoon game drive and a full-day exploration in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest. Completing the Big Five cannot be guaranteed, but your guide will explore productive wildlife habitats responsibly. Day 3 continues through Narok to Lake Nakuru, where the final morning provides additional opportunities for black or white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, lions, leopards and waterbirds. Private transportation, premium lodging and personalised guiding create a comfortable four-day Kenya wildlife circuit.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Nairobi to Maasai Mara Big Five Country
Day 2
Full-Day Maasai Mara Wildlife Safari
Day 3
Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru
Day 4
Lake Nakuru Rhino Safari and Nairobi

Tour Features

Duration 4 Days
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Tour Mode Drive In – Drive Out
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Main Tour Focus Big 5 Safari
Tour Type Private Safari
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Special For Wildlife
Destination/Accommodation
Start/End
Nairobi
Tour Starting & Ending Point
1
Day 1
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight: Mara Leisure Camp
2
Day 2
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight: Mara Leisure Camp
3
Day 3
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
4
Day 4
LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Overnight: LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
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Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara Big Five Country

Nairobi to Maasai Mara Big Five Country

Early Private Departure

At approximately 5:30 AM in Nairobi, our driver-guide will collect you and begin the private journey through the Great Rift Valley toward Narok. A breakfast or comfort stop will be included before continuing to the Maasai Mara. The drive normally takes five and a half to six and a half hours.

Afternoon Big Game Drive

After arriving, checking in and enjoying lunch, you will enter the Maasai Mara from approximately 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Our guide will search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other plains wildlife across accessible habitats. Dinner follows at your premium lodge.

Destination:
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight:
Mara Leisure Camp
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)

Day 2: Full-Day Maasai Mara Wildlife Safari

Full-Day Maasai Mara Wildlife Safari

Sunrise Big Five Search

At around 6:00 AM, you will begin a full-day safari through open grasslands, woodland and riverine areas. The guide will search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards and other wildlife while interpreting tracks, behaviour and habitat. No specific species can be guaranteed.

Picnic and Afternoon Safari

At approximately 12:30 PM, you will enjoy a packed lunch at an authorised picnic site. From around 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM, the wildlife search continues through another section of the reserve for cheetahs, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras and possible predators. You will return for dinner.

Destination:
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight:
Mara Leisure Camp
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Leisure Camp (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)

Day 3: Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru

Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru

Breakfast and Departure

At approximately 6:30–7:00 AM, you will enjoy breakfast and complete lodge check-out. Wildlife may still be observed while leaving the Mara area, depending on accommodation location and route. The journey then continues toward Lake Nakuru.

Premium Nakuru Overnight

The road transfer normally takes five and a half to seven hours depending on road conditions, stops and reserve exit. Lunch or refreshments will be arranged during the journey or after arrival. You will check into your premium lodge and rest before dinner.

Destination:
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight:
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)

Day 4: Lake Nakuru Rhino Safari and Nairobi

Lake Nakuru Rhino Safari and Nairobi

Morning Rhino Search

At around 6:00 AM, you will begin a morning game drive inside Lake Nakuru National Park. Our guide will search for black or white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, lions, leopards, zebras and waterbirds across the park’s varied habitats. Flamingo abundance changes naturally and cannot be guaranteed.

Breakfast and Nairobi Return

At approximately 9:15 AM, you will return for breakfast and complete lodge check-out. From around 10:30 AM, you will travel approximately 160 kilometres to Nairobi, generally taking three to four hours. Final drop-off will be provided at your confirmed destination.

Destination:
LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

  •   Private Tour (Sharing Price)
  • The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

  •   Group Joining Tour
  • Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

    Gamedrive Cost

    No of pax Adult Price Child Price
    1 Pax From $1,850 pp From $1,388 pp
    2 Pax From $1,350 pp From $1,013 pp
    3 Pax From $1,183 pp From $888 pp
    4 Pax From $1,100 pp From $825 pp
    5 Pax From $1,050 pp From $788 pp
    6 Pax From $1,017 pp From $763 pp
    7+ Pax From $993 pp From $745 pp

    PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

    Inclusions
  •  Rescue fee
  •  Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  •  All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  •  All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  •  All Taxes/VAT
  • Exclusions
  •  International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
  •  Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  •  Tips: tipping guideline
  •  Personal items
  •  Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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    RELATED FAQS ABOUT 4 Days Premium Mara Big Five and Nakuru Rhino Circuit

    1. Can we see the Big Five during four days?

    It is possible, but not guaranteed. Wildlife moves naturally, and leopards and rhinos can be particularly difficult to locate.

    2. Why add Lake Nakuru after Maasai Mara?

    Lake Nakuru provides different landscapes and additional rhino-viewing opportunities. It also supports Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes and diverse birdlife.

    3. Is the vehicle private?

    Yes. The package is planned with a private vehicle unless stated otherwise in the final confirmation.

    4. Are rhinos guaranteed at Lake Nakuru?

    No. The park is important for rhino conservation, but sightings remain natural and depend on animal movement and visibility.

    5. Will we see flamingos?

    Flamingo numbers vary with lake conditions and food availability. They may be numerous, limited or absent.

    6. Is the Great Migration included?

    Migration experiences depend on season, rainfall and natural herd movement. River crossings cannot be guaranteed.

    7. Is the full-day Mara drive tiring?

    The programme includes observation stops and a picnic break. Reasonable adjustments may be discussed according to guest comfort.

    8. What should we pack?

    Bring neutral clothing, closed shoes, a warm morning layer, sunscreen, binoculars, cameras and personal medication.

    9. Can senior travellers join?

    Yes. Mobility, back and medical concerns should be shared before booking because some roads are uneven.

    10. Can we add Lake Naivasha or Amboseli?

    Yes. Either destination can be added to create a longer Kenya wildlife circuit.

    REVIEWS FOR Search the Maasai Mara for iconic wildlife before exploring Lake Nakuru’s celebrated rhino and bird habitats.

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    Excellent Mara Big Five and Nakuru Rhino Circuit

    5/5

    The itinerary combined two very different wildlife destinations. The Mara delivered lions, elephants, buffaloes and cheetahs, while Lake Nakuru gave us wonderful rhino encounters. Our guide remained patient and realistic throughout.

    By: Robert William Harris and Catherine Rose Harris
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    Four Days of Big Game and Rhinos

    5/5

    The full-day Mara safari was outstanding, and the final Nakuru drive added rhinos and Rothschild’s giraffes. The private vehicle and premium lodges made the journey comfortable.

    By: Catherine Elise Dubois and Pierre Louis Dubois
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    Premium Kenya Big Five Safari from Nairobi

    5/5

    Our guide used tracks, habitat knowledge and recent information responsibly. We enjoyed lions, elephants, buffaloes and rhinos without feeling that the tour was chasing a checklist.

    By: Benjamin Karl Fischer and Anna Maria Fischer
    From: Flag DE

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    Lions, Elephants and Lake Nakuru Rhinos

    5/5

    The lion and elephant encounters in the Mara were unforgettable, while seeing rhinos at Lake Nakuru completed the safari perfectly. Every transfer and accommodation arrangement was handled professionally.

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    Excellent Premium Wildlife Circuit

    5/5

    The guide maintained respectful distances and avoided crowding animals. The wildlife variety across both parks was impressive, and the premium service exceeded our expectations.

    By: Andrew James Parker and Elizabeth Jane Parker
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    Sunrise Big Five Search in the Mara

    5/5

    The early Mara drive produced beautiful lions and elephants in soft light. Lake Nakuru later added rhinos and colourful birds. The journey was very well organised.

    By: Yuki Haruto Nakamura and Emi Sakura Nakamura
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    Premium Four-Day Kenya Wildlife Adventure

    5/5

    We enjoyed predators, plains animals, rhinos and Rift Valley scenery within a well-paced itinerary. The guide was knowledgeable and never made unrealistic promises.

    By: Sofia Elena Rossi and Marco Antonio Rossi
    From: Flag IT

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    Private Mara and Nakuru Wildlife Safari

    5/5

    The private vehicle gave us flexibility and personal attention. The Mara and Lake Nakuru complemented each other extremely well, providing different landscapes and wildlife.

    By: Miguel Antonio Torres and Laura Isabel Torres
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    Responsible Big Five and Rhino Journey

    5/5

    We valued the guide’s honest and responsible approach. He focused on natural behaviour instead of rushing to complete a checklist. The rhino sighting was a memorable final highlight.

    By: Liam Patrick O’Connor and Emma Rose O’Connor
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    Memorable Premium Mara and Nakuru Safari

    5/5

    The four-day programme was ideal for our available time. Lions, elephants, giraffes and rhinos created an unforgettable safari, while the premium accommodation kept the journey comfortabl

    By: Kavya Rohan Desai and Arjun Raj Desai
    From: Flag IN

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