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Safari Overview
Explore the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve on this exciting 3-day safari from Nairobi. Renowned as one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations, the Maasai Mara offers unmatched game viewing, dramatic landscapes, and unforgettable safari moments. Journey across endless golden plains in search of lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and countless bird species. During migration season, witness one of nature’s greatest spectacles as massive herds of wildebeests and zebras cross the Mara ecosystem. This classic Kenya safari is ideal for travelers seeking a deeper, more immersive wildlife adventure.
Highlights
- ✔ Multiple exciting game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve
- ✔ Opportunity to spot the Big Five
- ✔ Chance to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal)
- ✔ Full-day wildlife exploration in one of Africa’s top safari destinations
- ✔ Incredible sightings of lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes & more
- ✔ Scenic Great Rift Valley stopover
- ✔ Optional hot air balloon safari experience
- ✔ Optional Maasai village cultural visit
- ✔ Professional safari driver-guide
- ✔ Ideal classic Kenya safari from Nairobi
Included
- ✔ Transport in a custom safari tour van / 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof for game viewing
- ✔ Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
- ✔ Nairobi hotel / residence / airport pick-up and drop-off
- ✔ 2 nights accommodation in Maasai Mara safari lodge or camp
- ✔ Meals as per itinerary
- ✔ Multiple game drives as outlined in the itinerary
- ✔ Bottled drinking water during safari
- ✔ Park entry fees (if included package selected)
- ✔ Government taxes and levies
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve
Journey to Kenya’s Legendary Wildlife Paradise
Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Depart for the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, traveling via the scenic Great Rift Valley with a stop at the viewpoint for panoramic photography.
Continue through picturesque countryside and traditional Maasai lands, arriving at your safari lodge or camp in time for lunch.
After some relaxation, head out for your first exciting afternoon game drive.
Explore the reserve’s open plains in search of:
Lions
Elephants
Buffaloes
Leopards
Cheetahs
Giraffes
Zebras
Wildebeests
Hyenas
Antelope species
Return to your lodge or camp at sunset for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Big Five Safari Adventure
Spend a full day exploring the magnificent Maasai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives or a full-day safari with picnic lunch.
The Maasai Mara is one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich ecosystems, offering exceptional opportunities to encounter the Big Five and countless other species.
Wildlife sightings may include:
Lions
Leopards
Elephants
Buffaloes
Rhinos
Cheetahs
Hyenas
Wildebeests
Zebras
Hippos
Crocodiles along the Mara River
Numerous bird species
Optional experiences:
Hot air balloon safari at sunrise
Visit to a traditional Maasai village
Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Final Safari & Return Journey
Enjoy an early breakfast followed by an optional short morning game drive depending on lodge location and departure timing.
Check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi, enjoying scenic countryside views along the way.
Optional cultural stop en route if desired.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon with drop-off at your hotel, residence, or airport.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Not Included
- ✘ Maasai Mara National Reserve entry fees (if not included package selected)
- ✘ International and domestic flights
- ✘ Kenya visa fees
- ✘ Travel insurance
- ✘ Optional Maasai village cultural visit
- ✘ Hot air balloon safari
- ✘ Drinks at the lodge / camp
- ✘ Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, phone calls, etc.)
- ✘ Tips and gratuities for driver-guide and lodge staff
- ✘ Any optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
