3-Day Masai Mara Safari with Big Five Game Drives and Lodge Stay

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Experience the Big Five and the Great Migration in the legendary Masai Mara
• 02 Explore vast savannah landscapes on guided open-roof 4x4 game drives
• 03 Visit a traditional Maasai village and learn about their rich culture and customs
• 04 Enjoy scenic lodge stays with delicious meals and a peaceful bush ambience

Embark on a thrilling 3-day safari adventure in Kenya's world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Experience the Big Five up close on exciting game drives, enjoy panoramic views from your open-roof 4x4 vehicle, and capture breathtaking photographs across the golden savannah. Stay in comfortable lodges with ensuite facilities and savour delicious meals surrounded by nature. Perfect for families, couples, or solo travellers seeking an authentic African wildlife experience and the magic of the Great Migration.

Witness the rich diversity of animals, including lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeest.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Narok, Nairobi, Masai Mara

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

• Begin your journey with a scenic drive through the Great African Rift Valley escarpment.
• Stop at Narok Town for refreshments and a glimpse into Maasai culture.
• Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch and check-in.
• Enjoy an afternoon game drive from 4 pm to 6 pm in search of the Big Five and other wildlife across the vast savannah.
• Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of nature.

2

Day 02

Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Masai Mara

• Spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya's most iconic wildlife destination.
• Witness the rich diversity of animals, including lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeest.
• Capture magnificent landscapes of open plains, riverine forests, and rolling hills.
• During the Great Migration season (July-October), experience the dramatic river crossings of wildebeest herds.
• Optional hot-air balloon safari for an aerial view of the plains.
• Return to camp for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay.

3

Day 03

Masai Mara to Nairobi with Optional Maasai Village Visit

• Wake up to the serene sounds of the bush and enjoy a hearty breakfast.
• Visit a traditional Maasai village (optional, at additional cost) to learn about their customs, dances, and daily life.
• Depart for Nairobi, arriving around mid-afternoon.
• Drop-off at your hotel in the city centre or Westlands area, marking the end of your unforgettable safari.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transport in an open-roof 4x4 jeep for game viewing with guaranteed window seats
• Two nights' accommodation at Simba Oryx, Jambo Mara Lodge, Mara Chui Resort, or equivalent
• Private ensuite bathroom with hot shower and power sockets
• Three meals daily during the safari
• Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi CBD or Westlands
• Professional English-speaking safari guide and driver
• Guaranteed daily departures
• Round-trip transport from Nairobi to the Masai Mara
• Extensive game drives
• Drinking water while on safari
• Park fees

What's Not Included

• Optional Maasai village visit (USD 20)
• Optional balloon ride (USD 500)
• Tips

What to bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Biodegradable sunscreen
• Hat and sunglasses
• Lightweight clothing for daytime and warm layers for cooler evenings
• Camera or binoculars for wildlife viewing

Know before you go

• Pick-up time: 7:30-8:00 AM from your Nairobi hotel
• Drop-off: Around 4:00-5:00 PM on the final day
• Safari operates daily throughout the year

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.