3-Day Maasai Mara Budget Safari with Big Five and Maasai Village

3 Days Round trip from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Search for the Big Five on game drives across the Maasai Mara savannah
  • 02 Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint during the scenic drive from Nairobi
  • 03 Look for the Great Migration at the Mara River during the migration season
  • 04 Enjoy an early morning game drive with sunrise over the African wilderness
  • 05 Visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about local culture and lifestyle

Set off on a memorable 3-day budget safari into the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, with a warm airport meet-and-greet, a tour briefing, and a private safari guide throughout your journey. Travel through Kenya's scenic landscapes with a stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint, then enjoy thrilling game drives across the open savannah in search of the Big Five and many other iconic species. Depending on the season, you may witness the dramatic Great Migration at the Mara River, and the experience also includes a visit to a traditional Maasai village for cultural insight. This safari blends wildlife, landscapes, and local culture in one unforgettable adventure.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival and Afternoon Game Drive in Maasai Mara

Begin your 3-day Maasai Mara safari with a warm airport meet-and-greet and tour briefing before meeting your private safari guide, who will accompany you throughout the journey. Travel through Kenya's scenic landscapes with a stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint before arriving at Lenchada, located inside the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve.

After lunch and check-in, embark on an exciting afternoon game drive across the vast savannah. Look out for the Big Five, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards, as well as giraffes, cheetahs, zebras, and numerous bird species. During the great migration season, witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara ecosystem in one of Africa's greatest wildlife spectacles.

Return to the lodge for a refreshing swim and relaxation before enjoying a delicious dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the African wilderness.

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Day 02

Sunrise Safari and Full-Day Wildlife Viewing

Rise before dawn for an unforgettable early morning game drive, the best time to witness the Maasai Mara's predators in action. As the African wilderness awakens, search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and a variety of bird species while enjoying the breathtaking sunrise over the savannah. After the drive, savor a delicious bush breakfast in the heart of the reserve, surrounded by spectacular scenery and wildlife.

Continue with an extensive game drive across the vast plains of the Maasai Mara, renowned for its exceptional concentration of wildlife. Depending on the season, you may visit the famous Mara River to witness the dramatic great wildebeest migration, one of the world's greatest natural spectacles. Outside the migration season, the reserve still offers incredible wildlife viewing opportunities, including elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, wildebeests, zebras, giraffes, gazelles, and numerous bird species. You will carry a picnic lunch.

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Day 03

Final Game Drive, Maasai Village Visit, and Return to Nairobi

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast at the lodge before checking out. Depart for Nairobi with an en-route game drive through the Maasai Mara National Reserve, giving you a final opportunity to spot wildlife and take in the breathtaking scenery of the Mara.

Along the way, visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about the rich culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the Maasai people.

After the visit, continue your journey back to Nairobi, arriving at approximately 5:00 PM, where your unforgettable safari comes to an end. Our team will bid you farewell and thank you for choosing to travel with us.

We invite you to join us for this amazing adventure and discover the beauty of Kenya's wildlife, landscapes, and cultures. Come and explore, experience, and connect with nature in some of Africa's most spectacular destinations, creating memories that will last a lifetime. We look forward to welcoming you again on another extraordinary safari experience.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water (on all days)

What's Not Included

  • Park fees
  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Terminal 1E, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Tour start
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

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