4-Day Kenya Big Five & Rift Valley Safari
4-Day Kenya Big Five & Rift Valley Safari .
This 4-day Kenya safari tour is designed for travelers who want to experience the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations without long hours on the road.
Starting in Nairobi, you’ll take a scenic drive into the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, where vast savannahs and rich wildlife encounters await.
With shared game drives in a pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle, you’ll enjoy close-up sightings of lions, elephants, cheetahs, and more in one of Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations.
The journey continues with a transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park, located in the heart of the Great Rift Valley.
Known for its thriving rhino sanctuary and picturesque lake, Nakuru offers a completely different yet equally rewarding safari experience.
This fly-in group safari balances efficiency, comfort, and exceptional wildlife viewing, perfect for travelers ready to book a seamless and memorable Kenya safari.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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Travelers seeking a short and time-efficient Kenya safari
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First-time visitors wanting to see the Big 5
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Couples, friends, or solo travelers open to a shared group experience
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Travelers travel through road travel
Why This Safari Is Best
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Drive across to Masai Mara saves in comfort
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Combines Big 5 viewing with rhino tracking
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Well-paced 4-day itinerary with minimal travel fatigue
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Ideal mix of savannah and Rift Valley landscapes
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Shared safari option keeps costs reasonable
Tour Highlights
Scenic sight seeing from Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Big 5 game drives in Kenya’s top reserve
Rhino sightings in Lake Nakuru National Park
Stunning aerial and Rift Valley landscapes
Shared pop-up roof 4x4 safari experience
Expert-guided wildlife encounters
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 6 people to run.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Day 1
Nairobi → Masai Mara National Reserve
Depart Nairobi early and travel .
Stop at viewpoints along the way before arriving at your lodge or camp in Masai Mara.
After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Road transfer Nairobi → Masai Mara (~5–6 hours, 270 km) in pop-up roof 4x4
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 2
Masai Mara – Full Day Game Drives
Spend the full day on game drives across Masai Mara’s vast plains.
Morning and afternoon drives give you excellent chances to spot the Big 5 and other savannah wildlife.
Optionally, enjoy a packed lunch in the bush for a full-day safari experience.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle for shared game drives
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park.
Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive to see rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species, including flamingos along the lake shore.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Road transfer (~5–6 hours, 300 km) + shared 4x4 game drive
Accommodation
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Day 4
Lake Nakuru → Nairobi
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park for more wildlife viewing.
After breakfast, depart for Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon to conclude your safari adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transport: Road transfer Lake Nakuru → Nairobi (~3 hours, 160 km) in pop-up roof 4x4
Accommodation
End of Tour ( No Accommodation )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
Landcruiser rates per Person
| Month/Season | Single | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 People |
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| January - June | $1,983 | $1,312 | $1,152 | $1,024 | $986 | $928 |
| July - October | $2,651 | $1,820 | $1,714 | $1,533 | $1,527 | $1,437 |
| November - December 20th | $2,270 | $1,535 | $1,397 | $1,248 | $1,222 | $1,152 |
| 21st December - January 1st | $5,852 | $3,418 | $2,775 | $2,327 | $2,159 | $1,964 |
Tour Van rates per Person
| Month/Season | Single | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people |
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| January - June | $1,661 | $1,151 | $1,045 | $944 | $921 | $875 |
| July - October | $2,329 | $1,659 | $1,607 | $1,452 | $1,462 | $1,383 |
| November - December 20th | $1,948 | $1,374 | $1,290 | $1,167 | $1,158 | $1,098 |
| 21st December - January 1st | $4,725 | $2,855 | $2,399 | $2,046 | $1,934 | $1,776 |
