Kenya · Safari

3-Day Masai Mara Safari with Big Five Game Drives and Maasai Village

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Enjoy spectacular views across Masai Mara during open-roof game drives
  • 02 Spot the Big Five and witness the wildebeest migration near the Mara River
  • 03 Experience the thrill of predators hunting in their natural habitat
  • 04 Visit a Maasai village and engage with local traditions and culture

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day safari in Masai Mara, where you will explore vast savannahs, spot the Big Five, and enjoy thrilling game drives. Take in scenic views of the Great Rift Valley, discover the breathtaking wildlife of the reserve, and witness the spectacular wildebeest migration near the Mara River. The experience also includes a visit to a traditional Maasai village to learn about the community's rich culture and traditions.

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day safari in Masai Mara, where you will explore vast savannahs, spot the Big Five, and enjoy thrilling game drives.

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 No
Cities Narok, Nairobi, Masai Mara
Languages Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Latin, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

  • Early pick-up from your hotel, departing around 8:00 a.m.
  • Enjoy scenic views of the Great Rift Valley along the way.
  • Stop at the escarpment for panoramic views.
  • Continue your drive through Narok County, rich in vegetation and wildlife, before stopping for lunch.
  • Arrive at the Masai Mara National Reserve by late afternoon.
  • Embark on your first game drive in search of the Big Five and other wildlife such as zebras, antelopes, hyenas, ostriches, and wild dogs.
  • Experience an evening game drive as the big cats emerge to hunt and play.
  • Check in at a tourist camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Tourist Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)

2
Day 02

Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Masai Mara

  • Begin the day with an early breakfast amidst the sounds of nature.
  • Set off on a full-day game drive, encountering lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and more.
  • Head towards the Mara River, where thrilling predator-prey encounters may unfold.
  • Enjoy lunch along the river while watching the wildebeest migration and other wildlife.
  • Continue with an afternoon game drive as the sun sets and the big cats become more active.
  • Return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Tourist Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)

3
Day 03

Maasai Village Visit and Return to Nairobi

  • Early breakfast followed by check-out.
  • Visit a local Maasai village and experience the culture and traditions of the Maasai people, including the moran (warriors) and traditional dances.
  • Drive back to Nairobi, passing scenic landscapes and the vast savannah.
  • Arrive in Nairobi by late evening and drop off at your hotel.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Not Included

Masai Mara savannah, Great Rift Valley escarpment, Mara River crossings, Maasai Village encounters

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara savannah, Great Rift Valley escarpment, Mara River crossings, Maasai Village encounters

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

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Guided game drives in a 4x4 open-roof cruiser
  • Professional driver-guide
  • Full-day game drive
  • Accommodation
  • Meals and drinking water
  • Visit to a Maasai village
  • Park fees

What's Not Included

  • Airport transfer
  • Tips for guides and staff
  • International flights
  • Additional accommodation before or after the safari

What to bring

  • Binoculars
  • An extra pair of clothes

Know before you go

  • This is a group safari where you will be sharing the vehicle.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi
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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