A carefully paced 4-day Kenya journey
This 4-day Kenya safari is a carefully paced journey from Nairobi through Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Hell’s Gate. It combines scenic transfers, rewarding game-viewing opportunities and time to look for Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo, Rhino. The route can be tailored around your travel dates, preferred lodge style and pace.
What makes this journey special
4 key safari areas
Masai Mara · Lake Naivasha · Hell’s Gate · Serengeti
Signature sightings
Lion · Elephant · Leopard · Buffalo · Rhino
Nairobi to Lake Naivasha
Nairobi → Masai Mara → Serengeti → Lake Naivasha
4-day private safari
A day-by-day itinerary with flexible pacing and tailored accommodation options.
Your safari itinerary
Follow the journey from the first departure to the final safari day.
Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve This morning we pick up clients from their hotel and we depart from Nairobi at 8.30 am and drive through the view point of the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara National Reserve. This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest’s migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Lunch at the Lodge/camp and relax before departing for the afternoon game drive. The Mara Game Reserve one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Large mammals are varied, and easy to see. The wild animals found in the Park's are: Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousands of plain game including Impala, Zebra, both Thomson's and grants Gazelles. Dinner and Overnight at the camp/lodge
Full day exploring Masai Mara Game Reserve Full day spent for viewing the great predators and explore the parks amazingly high concentration of wild animals. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive Cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. During the stay we also have an optional opportunity to visit a village of the Masai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.
Masai Mara – Naivasha Early morning game drive. Then return to the camp for the breakfast and depart for Naivasha to located in the Great Rift Valley.Lunch is provided en route. Dinner and overnight at the camp/lodge
Hell’s National Park Naivasha – Nairobi Hell's Gate National Park lies to the south of Lake Naivasha in Kenya, North West of Nairobi. The park which is mainly comprised of savannah ecosystem harbors a wide variety of wildlife. Some of the frequently observed animal species include. There are over 100 species of birds in the park, including vultures, Verreaux's Eagles, augur buzzard, and swifts. African buffalo, zebra, eland, hartebeest, Thomson's gazelle, and baboons are also common. The park is also home to klipspringer antelope and Chanler's mountain reedbuck.. Extensive early morning game drive in Hell’s gate National park. The activities in the park involve Game viewing, Raptor nesting in cliffs, Spectacular Gorge walk, Hot springs, The Olkaria Geothermal Station, The Mervyn Carnelley Raptor Hide, Fischer’s Tower, Tourist circuits, nature trails and picnic sites. Lunch served in Naivasha then depart for Nairobi arriving in the afternoon.
What’s Included
- Full board accommodation whilst on safari.
- All meals and activities as stated in the itinerary
- Accommodation in double/twin/triple room sharing.
- All park entrance fees to include government taxes and service of an English,German,Italian speaking professional driver/guide.
- Game drives as detailed in the itinerary.
- Extensive Game drives
- Game viewing in camps 4x4 vehicles and UHF radio.
- Recommended Mineral Water while on safari
What’s Excluded
- Visa
- Airport Taxes- client pay direct
- Tips
- Laundry
- Drinks
- Items of a personal nature
- Christmas and Easter Supplements
Safari parks & destinations
The route combines these parks and places, with the exact sequence shown in your day-by-day itinerary.
Lodges & camps along this safari
Accommodation is grouped by the parks on this itinerary. Final selection can be tailored to your budget, availability and preferred comfort level.
Masai Mara
5 accommodation options- Mara Serena Safari Lodge
- Ashnil Mara Camp
- Ilkeliani Camp
- Mara Sopa Lodge
- Basecamp Masai Mara
Lake Naivasha
3 accommodation options- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Enashipai Resort & Spa
- Great Rift Valley Lodge
Hell’s Gate
3 accommodation options- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Enashipai Resort & Spa
- Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
Serengeti
4 accommodation options- Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
- Seronera Wildlife Lodge
- Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
- Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Top animals to look out for
Sightings are always wild and seasonal, but these are among the signature species associated with this route.
Best time to experience this safari
June to October is popular for dry-season wildlife viewing, while January to March can also offer rewarding game viewing. Exact conditions vary by park and year.
Park-to-park journey map
The dashed line gives a visual overview of the safari sequence; actual roads and transfers may vary.
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