Kenya · Safari

3-Day Masai Mara Safari with Great Rift Valley and Maasai Culture

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
  • 02 Spot abundant wildlife during morning and afternoon game drives
  • 03 Witness the famous wildebeest migration herds
  • 04 Track predators and observe their hunting behavior
  • 05 Visit a traditional Maasai village for cultural immersion (optional)

Experience an unforgettable 3-day safari adventure in the iconic Masai Mara. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and thrilling morning and afternoon game drives to spot abundant wildlife and the famous migration herds. Explore the vast savannah, witness predator activity, and optionally visit a traditional Maasai village. Relax each night in comfortable camps or lodges.

Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley with photo stops along the way.

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 Yes
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara
Languages English, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Drive Through the Great Rift Valley to Masai Mara

  • Begin with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or the airport.
  • Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley with photo stops along the way.

  • Arrive in Masai Mara in time for lunch at your camp or lodge.

  • Embark on an afternoon game drive to spot wildlife and the migrating herds.

  • Return to the camp or lodge for dinner.

Spend the night at your selected camp or lodge.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Game Viewing in Masai Mara

  • Start with an early morning game drive to observe active predators and grazers.
  • Explore the reserve throughout the day with either a picnic lunch in the bush or a return to the camp for a hot lunch.

  • Track wildebeest herds, zebras, elephants, lions, and possibly witness a river crossing.

  • Visit a Maasai village in the afternoon as an optional activity (additional cost).

  • Return to the camp or lodge for dinner.

Stay overnight at the camp or lodge.

3
Day 03

Optional Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

  • Begin with an optional early morning game drive.
  • Eat breakfast at the lodge.

  • Depart from Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi.

  • Stop for lunch along the route.

  • Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or the airport.

Masai Mara savannah, Great Rift Valley drive, Maasai village visit

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara savannah, Great Rift Valley drive, Maasai village visit

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

  • Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

  • Professional English-speaking safari driver and guide

  • Two nights' full-board accommodation in a safari lodge or tented camp

  • All meals during the safari, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner

  • Daily game drives in Masai Mara

  • Masai Mara National Reserve entrance fees

  • Bottled drinking water provided during game drives

  • Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi

  • Government taxes and levies included

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visas

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Optional Maasai village visit

  • Optional hot air balloon safari

  • Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, and souvenirs

  • Accommodation in Nairobi before or after the safari

  • Any services not mentioned in the inclusions

What to bring

  • Light, breathable clothing in neutral colors

  • Warm layers for early mornings and evenings

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

  • Insect repellent

  • Binoculars and a camera with extra batteries and memory cards

  • Personal toiletries and medications

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Passport and travel documents

  • Small daypack for game drives

Know before you go

  • Follow all park regulations and guide instructions for safety.

  • Travel light; soft bags are recommended for easy storage.

  • Bring warm layers, as mornings can be chilly.

  • Understand that wildlife sightings are natural and not guaranteed, but are likely during migration season.

  • Expect limited mobile signal and internet connectivity in the reserve.

  • Carry personal medication and take malaria prevention measures.

  • Tip guides and camp staff as a gesture of appreciation (recommended but optional).

  • Obtain travel insurance for medical and trip coverage.

  • Be courteous and respectful when visiting local communities such as the Maasai.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Guest preferred
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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