4-Day Kenya Safari to Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru — Stay at Sopa Lodges

Big Five game drives • Flamingos & rhinos • Classic comfort at Sopa Lodges • Safari minivan with pop-up roof

Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Tour Type: Private or Small Group
Transport: Safari Minivan with Pop-Up Roof
Start/End: Nairobi (Pick-up & Drop-off Included)
Stays: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge & Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Peak Tip: Book early July–Oct (migration season)

Safari Overview

Pack four unforgettable days into Kenya’s two icons: the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru. Chase golden light across open savannah, scan the Mara River for big-cat drama, and seek out rhinos & flamingos among Nakuru’s acacia woods. Return each evening to the warm hospitality and sweeping views of Sopa Lodges. Perfect for first-timers and time-savvy adventurers.

️ Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Nairobi ➜ Masai Mara

6:30 AM Pick-up from Nairobi hotel or airport; descend the Great Rift Valley with scenic photo stops.
Arrive for lunch & check-in at Masai Mara Sopa Lodge.
3:00 PM Afternoon game drive: elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes & more.
Return for dinner & overnight.

Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge • Meals: Lunch, Dinner • Drinks: Drinking water

Day 2 — Full-Day Masai Mara Safari

Hearty breakfast at the lodge.
Full-day game drive with picnic lunch inside the reserve.
Track the Big Five; July–Oct keep eyes on the Mara River for migration crossings.
Golden-hour return for dinner & overnight.

Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner • Drinks: Drinking water

Day 3 — Masai Mara ➜ Lake Nakuru

Breakfast and depart for Lake Nakuru National Park (~5 hrs).
Check-in & lunch at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
Afternoon game drive for rhinos, leopards and (seasonally) flamingos.
Return for dinner & overnight.

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner • Drinks: Drinking water

Day 4 — Lake Nakuru ➜ Nairobi

6:30 AM Dawn game drive; back for full breakfast.
10:00 AM Depart for Nairobi.
Lunch at Carnivore Restaurant (included; vegetarian options available).
Drop-off at your hotel or JKIA. End of tour.

Accommodation: Not included • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

✅ What’s Included

All park entry fees (Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru)
All scheduled game drives & activities
Professional English-speaking safari guide
3 nights full-board at Sopa Lodges
Meals as per itinerary + Carnivore lunch on Day 4
Transport in a safari minivan with pop-up roof
Bottled water during game drives
Airport/hotel transfers in Nairobi
Government taxes & levies

❌ What’s Not Included

International flights, visas & travel insurance
Drinks at lodges; personal expenses & souvenirs
Tips & gratuities (recommended ~USD 5 pp/day)
Extra nights before/after safari (on request)
Any government-imposed fee/tax increases

Travel Notes

Peak season: July–Oct is migration—book early (limited lodge inventory).
Flamingos: Numbers at Lake Nakuru vary with water levels; sightings are not guaranteed.
Luggage: Soft-sided bags fit best in safari minivans.
What to bring: Sun protection, camera, binoculars, insect repellent, light layers.
Sustainability: Kenya bans single-use plastics—carry a refillable water bottle.
Wildlife disclaimer: Sightings are in the wild and can’t be guaranteed—your guide maximizes opportunities.