Kenya · Safari

3-Day Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi with Great Rift Valley Stop

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Stop at the splendid viewpoint of the Great Rift Valley
  • 02 See the popular red-clad Masai warriors across the Loita Plains
  • 03 View the exquisite Big Five in Masai Mara
  • 04 Visit tranquil Masai villages for insight into local culture

Visit Kenya's prominent national park on this 3-day safari tour from Nairobi. Embark on exciting game drives in Masai Mara, famous for its indigenous wildlife such as cheetah, buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, leopard, and the Big Five. Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint along the way and enjoy time inside the reserve searching for its remarkable animals. You will also have the opportunity to visit a Masai village and gain insight into the lifestyle and culture of the local people.

Embark on exciting game drives in Masai Mara, famous for its indigenous wildlife such as cheetah, buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, leopard, and the Big Five.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

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

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

  • Meet your Masai Mara safari guide and depart Nairobi in the morning for Masai Mara.

  • Pass through the beautiful Great Rift Valley and stop at the viewpoint before heading to the western rim of the valley, crossing the Loita Plains in Masai land.

  • See the red-clad Masai warriors tending their multicoloured herds among the plains game, then proceed to the lodge for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive to see splendid wildlife, including the Big Five.

Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or similar.

2
Day 02

Game Viewing and Masai Village Visit

  • Enjoy morning and afternoon game viewing inside the park and search for the famous black-maned lion, along with cheetah, buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, leopard, and Grant's gazelle, which are quite common.

  • Drive to Hippo Point, where schools of hippos submerge, and see crocodiles sunbathe on the riverbanks, followed by a visit to the Masai villages for an insight into their culture.

Meals and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or similar.

3
Day 03

Return to Nairobi

  • Depart Masai Mara and arrive in Nairobi during the afternoon.

Great Rift Valley viewpoint, Loita Plains grasslands, Masai Mara wildlife

Where this trip takes you

Great Rift Valley viewpoint, Loita Plains grasslands, Masai Mara wildlife

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation in a 4WD safari minivan equipped with HF radio communication and a pop-up roof

  • Full-board accommodation on safari

  • English-speaking Masai Mara safari guide and driver

  • Extensive game drives in the national parks

  • Park fees

What's Not Included

  • Beverages and alcoholic drinks

  • Personal and luggage insurance

  • Airport departure tax

  • Tips

  • Visa

  • Laundry

  • Personal toiletries

  • Personal expenses

Know before you go

  • Rooms are available as single, double, triple, and suites.

  • Lodge facilities include lounges and bars with log fires, dining rooms, and viewing platforms.

  • Most lodges have outdoor swimming pools.

  • An optional balloon ride is available.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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