Kenya · Safari

3-Day Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi with Narok Market Stop

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spot diverse wildlife on thrilling game drives in Masai Mara
02 Traverse the scenic Great Rift Valley on the journey from Nairobi
03 Explore the vibrant Masai markets in Narok for curios and handicrafts
04 Opt for a balloon safari over Masai Mara for panoramic views

Embark on a 3-day journey from Nairobi to the iconic Masai Mara, travelling through the scenic Great Rift Valley and stopping in Narok to browse the vibrant Masai markets. Enjoy game drives in this famous reserve in search of wild game, with the option to add a balloon safari for panoramic views. This short safari combines classic Mara wildlife viewing with a taste of local shopping along the way.

Embark on a 3-day journey from Nairobi to the iconic Masai Mara, travelling through the scenic Great Rift Valley and stopping in Narok to browse the vibrant Masai markets.

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 Narok, Nairobi, Masai Mara

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

08:00 hours: Join the rest of the group and depart Nairobi for a journey south along the floor of the Great Rift Valley.
Proceed past Narok and climb the western wall, entering Hemingway's country, the "Serengeti plains".
Lunch at Narok.
On arrival in the Mara, enjoy a game drive in this famous reserve.

Dinner and overnight at the camp/lodge.

Day 02

Full-Day Game Viewing in Masai Mara

Spend a full day in this famous reserve searching for wild game, with the option to enjoy a balloon safari.
Depart after breakfast with a picnic lunch.

Dinner and overnight at the camp/lodge.

Day 03

Masai Mara to Nairobi via Narok

Breakfast at the lodge/camp, then depart for Nairobi.
A stopover is provided at Narok Town to browse the bustling, vibrant Masai markets and buy curios and handicrafts. Lunch at Narok.
On arrival in Nairobi, drop off at the pickup place.

Where this trip takes you

Great Rift Valley, Narok markets, Masai Mara wildlife

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation on a full-board basis at the camp
Shared transport in a safari van with a pop-up roof
Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
Game drives
Mineral water on safari
Park entry fees
Lunch on day 3

What's Not Included

Personal expenses
Drinks
Tips
Balloon safari in Masai Mara (USD 450 PP)
Visit to a Masai Village
Any extras not mentioned above

Know before you go

The Mara is the land of African legend: lions are abundant throughout the park, as are elephants, giraffes, a variety of gazelle species, and zebras.
Cheetahs and leopards are also regularly seen and, less commonly, rhinos.
The annual wildebeest migration, one of nature's few remaining wildlife spectacles, occurs in the Mara from July to September, when the big animals and their predators are present in abundance during this time frame.
The reserve is home to several species of bee-eaters, including the flying rainbow that heads the list of the Mara's birds.
In addition to wildlife, the Maasai Mara is also home to many members of the colorful Maasai tribe, who may be seen around the park's borders - Morans (warriors) loping across the plains, young boys herding goats, or elders grouped under a tree discussing matters of the day.

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