3-Day Maasai Mara Big Five Safari Adventure
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3-Day Maasai Mara Big Five Safari Adventure

3 Days / 2 Nights 2–6 Guests Easy
Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Group Size
2–6 Guests
Best Time
Year-round. July to October is especially popular for the Great Wildebeest Migration, while January to March offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.

Overview

Discover the spectacular wilderness of the Maasai Mara National Reserve on this unforgettable 3-day, 2-night safari from Nairobi.

Famous for its abundant wildlife, sweeping golden grasslands and extraordinary predator sightings, the Maasai Mara offers one of Africa's finest safari experiences. This adventure takes you deep into the reserve in search of lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs and many other fascinating animals.

Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley and into the beautiful landscapes of southwestern Kenya. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive before settling into your selected safari camp or lodge.

Spend the second day exploring the reserve on an exciting full-day game drive. Follow wildlife trails across the open plains, visit the Mara River and, during the migration season, look out for the spectacular movement of wildebeest and zebras.

On your final morning, enjoy breakfast and an optional early game drive before beginning your return journey to Nairobi.

Whether you are a first-time safari traveller, a wildlife enthusiast, a couple or a family, this Maasai Mara experience offers an exciting introduction to Kenya's extraordinary wildlife and natural beauty.

Trip Highlights

Search for the African Big Five
Explore the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve
Enjoy an afternoon game drive on arrival
Experience a full-day wildlife safari
Visit the scenic Mara River
Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration during the season
Spot lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes and rhinos
Photograph giraffes, zebras, cheetahs and antelopes
Enjoy spectacular African savannah landscapes
Optional Maasai cultural village visit
Sunrise and sunset safari photography opportunities

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Depart Nairobi in the morning and travel towards the Maasai Mara through Kenya's beautiful Great Rift Valley. Enjoy a scenic stop at the viewpoint for photographs and breathtaking views of the escarpment.

Continue through Narok town and the rolling countryside towards the Maasai Mara. Arrive at your selected safari camp or lodge in time for lunch and check-in.

In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive across the reserve's magnificent grasslands. Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes and predators such as lions and cheetahs.

Return to camp in the evening for dinner, relaxation and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Selected Maasai Mara safari camp or lodge
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

After an early breakfast, depart for an exciting full-day game drive in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Explore different sections of the reserve in search of its remarkable wildlife. Your experienced driver-guide will help you locate animals and share fascinating information about their behaviour and habitats.

Look out for the Big Five: lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes and rhinos. You may also encounter cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and numerous bird species.

Visit the Mara River, an important wildlife habitat and one of the famous locations associated with the Great Wildebeest Migration. During migration season, you may have the opportunity to witness large herds gathering along the riverbanks and, if conditions permit, dramatic river crossings.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your wildlife exploration. Return to your camp in the late afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Selected Maasai Mara safari camp or lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner

Wake up to the beautiful sounds of the African wilderness and enjoy breakfast at the camp.

Depending on your departure schedule, enjoy an optional early morning game drive for another opportunity to spot wildlife during the cooler hours of the day.

Return to camp, check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi through the scenic Maasai Mara countryside and Narok town.

Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon and transfer to your hotel, residence or airport, marking the end of your memorable Maasai Mara safari adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

What's Included

Included

  • 2 nights' accommodation in a selected safari camp or lodge
  • Transport from Nairobi and return in a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser
  • Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Meals on full-board basis during the safari
  • Afternoon game drive on Day 1
  • Full-day game drive on Day 2
  • Optional morning game drive on Day 3, subject to timing
  • Picnic lunch during the full-day game drive
  • Bottled drinking water during game drives
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi
  • Vehicle and driver-guide costs

Not Included

  • Maasai Mara National Reserve entry fees
  • Maasai village visit fees
  • Alcoholic and additional beverages
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Optional activities not specified in the itinerary
  • International flights and visa costs