4-Day Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi with Big Five Game Drives

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover the iconic Big Five across the Masai Mara's rolling plains
• 02 Enjoy private game drives with flexible timings tailored to your preferences
• 03 Experience picnic lunches by the Hippo Pool surrounded by wildlife
• 04 Explore Kenya's breathtaking landscapes from the Great Rift Valley to the Mara

Experience the best of Kenya on this 4-day Masai Mara lodge safari from Nairobi. Travel through the Great Rift Valley to the breathtaking Masai Mara National Reserve and enjoy private game drives in search of the Big Five across endless savanna landscapes. Watch hippos and crocodiles at the Hippo Pool, take in stunning sunsets, and relish rich wildlife encounters throughout your stay. This is an ideal safari for nature and adventure enthusiasts seeking a classic Masai Mara experience.

Watch hippos and crocodiles at the Hippo Pool, take in stunning sunsets, and relish rich wildlife encounters throughout your stay.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara

Languages English, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

• Get picked up from your hotel or the airport and embark on a scenic drive through the Rift Valley to reach Masai Mara, Kenya's premier game reserve.
• Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint to enjoy breathtaking views of the world's largest valley.
• Arrive at Masai Mara in time for lunch and relax at the lodge before your first afternoon game drive at 3:30 pm.
• Spot the rich variety of wildlife as the sun sets over the savanna.
• Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Mara Serena Lodge.

2

Day 02

Full-Day Game Drives Across the Maasai Mara Plains

• Spend the full day exploring the vast plains of the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives.
• Enjoy flexible game drive timings, ideal for families and honeymooners.
• Relish a picnic lunch near the Hippo Pool, watching hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat.
• Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Mara Serena Lodge.

3

Day 03

Big Five Safari and Optional Maasai Village Visit

• Continue your game-viewing experience, searching for the Big Five: Elephant, Lion, Rhino, Buffalo, and Leopard.
• Enjoy early morning and late afternoon game drives across the scenic plains.
• Optionally, you may visit a Maasai Village or take a hot air balloon ride at an additional cost.
• Return for dinner and an overnight stay at Mara Serena Lodge.

4

Day 04

Final Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

• Take an early morning game drive before breakfast to capture final glimpses of wildlife.
• Depart for Nairobi, arriving by late afternoon.
• Get dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your onward journey.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transport in a safari van customised for game viewing
• English-speaking driver and guide
• Game drives
• Accommodation in a lodge
• Meals on a full-board basis while on safari
• Mineral water
• All park entrance fees
• Round-trip airport transfer

What's Not Included

• Soft and alcoholic drinks
• Things of a personal nature
• International airfares and visa fees
• Optional activities unless specified as included
• Tips and other gratuities

What to bring

• Malaria and yellow fever vaccination
• Set of warm clothes and mosquito repellent
• Sense of adventure

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.