3-Day Masai Mara Wildlife Safari with Big Five Game Drives

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Experience the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife of the Masai Mara National Reserve
• 02 Enjoy game drives to spot the 'Big Five' and other iconic African wildlife
• 03 Visit a Maasai village for a rich cultural encounter (optional)
• 04 Capture stunning views from the Great Rift Valley viewpoint
• 05 Explore the Mara on an optional early morning hot air balloon safari

Sign up for this 3-day Masai Mara safari package that includes game drives, cultural experiences, and comfortable accommodation in a lodge or camp. During the game drives, you will have the chance to see a wide variety of wildlife, including the 'Big Five' - lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinos - as well as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and many more. You can also choose an optional cultural experience such as a visit to a local Maasai village, where you can learn about the traditional lifestyle and culture of the Maasai people.

During the game drives, you will have the chance to see a wide variety of wildlife, including the 'Big Five' - lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinos - as well as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and many more.

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 Yes

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara and Afternoon Game Drive

• After breakfast, enjoy an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Nairobi and drive to Masai Mara National Reserve.
• Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for photos and sightseeing.
• Arrive at the camp or lodge and check in. Lunch will be served at the lodge or camp.
• Head out for an afternoon game drive in the reserve in search of the Big Five, such as lion, buffalo, elephant, leopard, and rhino, as well as other animal species.
• Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge or camp.

2

Day 02

Sunrise Safari and Full-Day Game Drive

• Set out on an early morning game drive before breakfast to catch the sunrise in the reserve and see the cats during their most active time of the day.
• Return to the lodge or camp for breakfast.
• Continue with a full-day game drive in the reserve with a packed lunch.
• There is an optional visit to a Masai village for a cultural experience at an additional fee.
• Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge or camp.

3

Day 03

Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

• Enjoy an early morning game drive before breakfast for more wildlife viewing activities.
• Return to the lodge or camp for breakfast, then check out and depart Masai Mara for Nairobi.
• Drop-off at your hotel or the airport in Nairobi.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• All ground transportation in a private 4x4 Landcruiser safari vehicle designed for game viewing
• Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Meals on a full-board basis (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
• Park entrance fees for Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara National Reserves
• Accommodation in lodges or camps
• Bottled mineral water during game drives
• Amref flying doctor's evacuation travel insurance in case of an emergency
• All government taxes and levies
• Airport transfers

What's Not Included

• Flights to and from Nairobi
• Travel insurance
• Visa fees
• Tips and gratuities
• Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, and souvenirs
• Visit to a Masai village (optional, additional fee)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.