3-Day Masai Mara Safari with Great Rift Valley and Big Five Game Drives

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover the scenic Great Rift Valley with breathtaking viewpoints and photography stops
• 02 Experience thrilling game drives in Masai Mara in search of the Big Five and diverse wildlife
• 03 Witness stunning African sunsets over the vast savannah landscapes
• 04 Explore Maasai cultural experiences with traditional storytelling and local heritage

Set off on an unforgettable safari adventure to Masai Mara National Reserve, where endless savannahs, dramatic skies, and abundant wildlife create a breathtaking experience. Travel through the Great Rift Valley before enjoying thrilling game drives in search of the Big Five. Discover lions, elephants, giraffes, and more in their natural habitat, and witness stunning sunsets over the plains. This journey blends wildlife encounters, scenic beauty, and cultural experiences for a truly memorable African safari.

Set off on an unforgettable safari adventure to Masai Mara National Reserve, where endless savannahs, dramatic skies, and abundant wildlife create a breathtaking experience.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara

Languages English, French, German, Mandarin

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

• Meet and greet one of our representatives at the airport or hotel.
• Depart from Nairobi with pick-up from the airport or hotel en route to Masai Mara National Reserve.
• Enjoy a stopover at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for photography and scenic landscapes.
• Arrive at your lodge or camp in Masai Mara and check in.
• Enjoy a late lunch, refresh, and relax at the camp.
• Optional visit to a Maasai cultural village to experience local traditions.
• In the evening, gather around a glowing campfire under the African night sky.
• Enjoy Maasai storytelling, songs, and traditions while connecting with the spirit of the savannah.
• Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge or camp.

2

Day 02

Full-Day Masai Mara Wildlife Safari

• Start the day with an early morning breakfast at the hotel or lodge.
• Spend the entire day exploring the vast plains of Masai Mara on a full-day game drive.
• Discover rich wildlife, including wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, elephants, and the Big Five.
• Enjoy a packed picnic lunch in the wild at a scenic location within the reserve.
• Continue afternoon game drives, tracking predators and observing wildlife along the Mara River.
• Experience the sunset over the savannah before returning to camp.
• Optional evening campfire with Maasai storytelling, songs, and cultural experiences.
• Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge or camp.

3

Day 03

Return from Masai Mara to Nairobi

• Enjoy breakfast at the lodge and check out.
• Begin the return journey to Nairobi after breakfast.
• Reflect on unforgettable memories of sweeping savannahs, wildlife encounters, and sunsets.
• Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to the airport or hotel.
• End of safari.
• Asante Sana, Karibu Tena Kenya.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• 3 days of transport in a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser
• 2 nights' accommodation in a lodge or camp
• Meal plan on a full-board basis
• Return transfers from the airport or hotel
• 1 day park fees at Masai Mara National Reserve
• Professional driver-guide services
• Full-day game drives in Masai Mara
• Provision of drinking water during game drives

What's Not Included

• Maasai village visit (30 USD)
• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
• Tips and gratuities

What to bring

• Neutral coloured clothing to blend in and avoid attracting insects
• Lightweight shirts for daytime wear
• Fleece or sweater for chilly mornings and evenings
• Waterproof jacket or poncho, especially during rainy seasons (March to May and November)
• Wide-brimmed hat and scarf or buff for sun and dust protection
• Comfortable, breathable, quick-dry fabrics
• Sturdy hiking boots or safari shoes for game drives and bush walks
• Sunscreen (SPF 30+) and lip balm
• Insect repellent with DEET
• Reusable water bottle
• Extra money for souvenirs

Know before you go

• Great Migration: July-October is peak season, with millions of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara River.
• Year-round safari: Even outside migration, the Mara has one of Africa's highest densities of lions, leopards, elephants, and other wildlife.
• Weather: Mornings and evenings can be chilly, while days are warm. Rainy seasons are March-May and November.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), Embakasi, Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.