Kenya · Safari

3-Day Masai Mara Private Safari from Nairobi with Mara Sopa Lodge

3 Days Round trip from Masai Mara National Reserve Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Masai Mara on a private safari in a 4x4 jeep with expert guidance
  • 02 Discover the Big Five and the seasonal Great Migration across vast savannah landscapes
  • 03 Enjoy full-day and afternoon game drives through rich wildlife-viewing zones
  • 04 Experience scenic Rift Valley drives and stunning African sunset photography moments

Experience a private 3-day safari in Masai Mara, exploring Kenya's most iconic wildlife reserve with Jossec Safaris' expert guides. Enjoy thrilling game drives across vast savannahs in search of the Big Five and the seasonal Great Migration. Travel in a 4x4 safari jeep and stay at Mara Sopa Lodge, surrounded by natural beauty. Witness breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and unforgettable African sunsets on this immersive safari adventure from Nairobi.

Enjoy thrilling game drives across vast savannahs in search of the Big Five and the seasonal Great Migration.

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 No
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

  • Your safari adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Nairobi by the Jossec Safaris team.
  • After a short safari briefing, depart for Masai Mara via the scenic Great Rift Valley, with a stop at the viewpoint for photography and stretching.
  • Continue the drive towards Masai Mara, arriving in time for lunch at the lodge.
  • After check-in and some relaxation, proceed for an afternoon game drive in the reserve.
  • Explore Masai Mara, home to lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and cheetahs.
  • Enjoy vast open plains offering excellent photography opportunities and stunning African sunset views.
  • Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Mara Sopa Lodge.

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Masai Mara

  • After breakfast at the lodge, depart with packed lunch boxes for a full-day game drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve.
  • Spend the day exploring different regions of the reserve for maximum wildlife-viewing opportunities.
  • Search for the Big Five, along with sightings of wildebeests, hyenas, jackals, hippos, crocodiles, and diverse bird species.
  • Depending on the season, witness the famous Great Migration across the plains and river crossings.
  • Visit key wildlife areas, including the Mara River region, guided by your experienced safari guide.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the reserve, surrounded by natural wilderness.
  • Return to the lodge in the late afternoon for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Mara Sopa Lodge.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

3
Day 03

Return Journey from Masai Mara to Nairobi

  • Enjoy breakfast at the lodge followed by check-out.
  • Depart Masai Mara and begin your return journey to Nairobi through scenic landscapes.
  • Arrive in Nairobi, where the Jossec Safaris team will drop you at your hotel or preferred location.
  • This marks the end of your Masai Mara private safari.

Accommodation: None.

Meal Plan: Breakfast.

Masai Mara savannahs, Great Rift Valley viewpoint, Mara Sopa Lodge

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara savannahs, Great Rift Valley viewpoint, Mara Sopa Lodge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Masai Mara National Reserve 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport in a private 4x4 safari jeep
  • Services of a professional English-speaking driver guide
  • Accommodation at Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Park entrance fees
  • Bottled drinking water during the safari
  • Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi
  • Game drives as per itinerary

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks and beverages
  • Optional Maasai village visit
  • Optional hot air balloon safari at USD 450 per person
  • Tips and gratuities

What to bring

  • Comfortable light clothing suitable for warm daytime temperatures
  • A light jacket or sweater for early morning and evening game drives
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Sunscreen and insect repellent
  • Camera and extra batteries or charger
  • Passport or identification documents
  • Small day bag for personal items

Know before you go

  • This is a private safari operated by Jossec Safaris in a 4x4 safari jeep.
  • The safari departs from Nairobi and includes return transport.
  • Accommodation is at Mara Sopa Lodge on a double-sharing basis.
  • Game drives take place inside Masai Mara National Reserve, where wildlife sightings vary naturally and cannot be guaranteed.
  • Road travel from Nairobi to Masai Mara takes approximately 5-6 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
  • Optional activities such as a Maasai village visit and a hot air balloon safari are available at an extra cost.
  • Travelers should carry cash or cards for personal expenses, drinks, tips, and optional activities.
  • Park regulations and guide instructions must be followed at all times for safety and wildlife conservation.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Masai Mara National Reserve.

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