Kenya · Safari

4-Day Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi with Big Five Game Drives

4 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Go on game drives in Masai Mara to spot the Big Five and other wildlife
02 Watch lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, wildebeest, and gazelles in the wild
03 Visit a Masai village as an optional cultural experience
04 Take an optional hot-air balloon ride ending with a Champagne breakfast on the plains

Admire the stunning wildlife and scenery of Masai Mara, one of East Africa's most popular nature reserves, on this 4-day safari from Nairobi. Ideal for travellers eager to witness Africa's remarkable game, the tour includes game drives through rolling grasslands where you may spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, wildebeest, gazelles, and a variety of birdlife. With an experienced safari guide, enjoy an unforgettable wildlife experience in one of Kenya's most famous reserves.

Admire the stunning wildlife and scenery of Masai Mara, one of East Africa's most popular nature reserves, on this 4-day safari from Nairobi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara and Afternoon Game Drive

Pick up from your hotel in Nairobi and depart for Masai Mara, one of East Africa's most famous reserves. The Mara consists of undulating hills and great rolling grasslands that sustain some of the most varied wildlife in Africa, if not the world. Arrive in time for lunch at the tent or camp.
Spend the afternoon game viewing in Masai Mara, where lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, buffalo, wildebeest, gazelles, and different birds can be seen.

Dinner and overnight at the tent or camp.

Meal Plan: L & D

Game drive in Masai Mara from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Day 02

Full-Day Game Spotting in Masai Mara

The whole day is dedicated to game spotting in this sprawling reserve. You can watch a lion, cheetah, or leopard hunting.
There is an option to visit a Masai village or take a hot-air balloon ride, which starts at 06:00 and ends with a Champagne breakfast on the plains.

All meals and overnight at the tent or camp.

Meal Plan: B, L & D.

Game drive in Masai Mara from 8:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Day 03

Early Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Go for an early morning game drive and proceed to the lodge for breakfast.
After breakfast, drive to Nairobi and get transferred to your hotel or the airport.

Meal Plan: B & L.

Game drive from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara rolling grasslands, morning on the plains, Nairobi

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Nairobi 2 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transport based on a customized seven-seater safari van with specially modified suspension. Seats are fitted with seat belts, and all clients are guaranteed window seats.
All applicable game park entrance fees
Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary
Three meals a day while on safari
Airport pickup on arrival in Nairobi
English-speaking Nairobi tour guide
Guaranteed departures for two or more passengers booking this safari
Round-trip transport from Nairobi to the designated national park
Pre-tour itinerary document
Extensive and unlimited game drives

What's Not Included

Personal expenses such as communication charges, including emails and phone calls
Drinks such as sodas, water, beer, and wine
Gratuities for the driver-guide and waiter
Laundry
The cost of obtaining a visa
Pre-tour accommodation can be arranged on request.

Know before you go

Note: The price of a safari varies depending on the standard of accommodation. Accommodation can be upgraded or downgraded to suit your needs and budget.