Kenya · Safari

3-Day Maasai Mara Safari from Nairobi with Big Five Game Drives

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Maasai Mara National Reserve on immersive game drives
02 Spot the Big Five and other wildlife in their natural habitat
03 Witness breathtaking savannah landscapes and the Mara River
04 Experience Maasai culture with visits to local villages

Embark on a thrilling 3-day safari in the world-famous Maasai Mara, where vast savannahs and remarkable wildlife encounters await. Enjoy immersive game drives in search of the Big Five and other animals such as lions, elephants, cheetahs, hippos, and more in their natural habitat. Travel from Nairobi, stay in a camp or lodge, and take in breathtaking landscapes with excellent photographic opportunities. This safari blends adventure, nature, and a cultural touch for wildlife enthusiasts and families alike.

Observe predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs hunting in their natural habitats.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara

Languages English, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Maasai Mara Safari Adventure

Depart early in the morning from Nairobi and drive to Maasai Mara via Waiyaki Way Road, later joining Maai Mahiu Road.
Stop at the escarpment for photography and to appreciate the natural scenery.
Enjoy lunch en route or upon arrival at the camp or lodge.
Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Dinner and overnight stay at the camp or lodge.

Day 02

Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Maasai Mara

After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive with your camera and packed lunch.
Observe predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs hunting in their natural habitats.
Spot other wildlife including elephants, buffalos, rhinos, antelopes, jackals, crocodiles, hyenas, ostriches, and vultures.
Enjoy a picnic lunch under a tree or by the Mara River while watching hippos.
Return to the camp or lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Sunrise Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Enjoy an early breakfast and check out from the camp or lodge.
Embark on an en route game drive to catch the sunrise and morning wildlife activity, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Have lunch en route to Nairobi.
Arrival in Nairobi concludes the safari.