Kenya · Safari

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

3 Days Round trip from 999H+5F Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the world-renowned Masai Mara Game Reserve, part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem
  • 02 Enjoy multiple game drives with opportunities to spot the Big Five - Lions, Elephants, Buffalos, Leopards, and Rhinos
  • 03 Encounter a wide range of wildlife including Wildebeests, Zebras, Giraffes, Hippos, Crocodiles, Hyenas, Jackals, and more
  • 04 Witness the incredible annual wildebeest migration if traveling during the right season
  • 05 Experience the iconic African landscapes of open plains dotted with acacia trees and hazy hills

Embark on a 3-day Masai Mara safari from Nairobi, created for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve, part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem and home to the Big Five as well as countless other species, including wildebeests, zebras, giraffes, and predators such as lions and cheetahs. Enjoy thrilling game drives across the vast savannah, take in the dramatic landscapes and rich biodiversity, and choose to add a breathtaking hot air balloon safari over the plains.

Travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve, part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem and home to the Big Five as well as countless other species, including wildebeests, zebras, giraffes, and predators such as lions and cheetahs.

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 No
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

  • Begin with pick-up from your hotel or Nairobi Airport.
  • Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley towards the Masai Mara Game Reserve.

  • Arrive at the reserve, which forms the northern extension of the Serengeti ecosystem and covers approximately 700 square miles of wilderness.

  • Check in at Enkorok Mara Camp for lunch.

  • Embark on an afternoon game drive across the savannah plains of the Masai Mara.

  • Search for the Big Five, including Lions, Elephants, Buffalos, Leopards, and Rhinos, along with other plains game such as Zebras, Giraffes, and Wildebeests.

  • Enjoy sundowner moments while observing wildlife against the iconic African landscape.

Have dinner and an overnight stay at Enkorok Mara Camp.

Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Masai Mara

  • Spend the entire day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve in search of the Big Five and other predators.
  • Have opportunities to witness an abundance of wildlife, including Hippos, Crocodiles, Giraffes, Wildebeests, Zebras, Buffalo, Warthogs, Hyenas, Jackals, Wild Dogs, Leopards, and various species of Antelope.

  • Understand that the Masai Mara hosts over 450 recorded species of animals and birds.

  • Witness the remarkable annual wildebeest migration from the Serengeti, a natural spectacle that attracts predators such as Lions, Cheetahs, Wild Dogs, Jackals, Hyenas, and Vultures.

  • Optional hot air balloon safari may be arranged in advance at an additional cost of USD 450 per person.

  • Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay at Enkorok Mara Camp.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

3
Day 03

Masai Mara Return to Nairobi

  • Depart the camp after breakfast and drive back to Nairobi.
  • Arrive in Nairobi by early evening.

  • Be transferred either to your hotel or to Nairobi Airport for your onward journey.

Meal Plan: Breakfast.

Great Rift Valley, Masai Mara Game Reserve, Enkorok Mara Camp

Where this trip takes you

Great Rift Valley, Masai Mara Game Reserve, Enkorok Mara Camp

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 999H+5F 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guaranteed safari confirmations
  • Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing and photography
  • Full-board accommodation during the safari
  • All park entrance fees and government taxes
  • Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Extensive game drives as per the itinerary
  • Bottled water during the safari
  • Personalized service
  • Start and end in Nairobi

What's Not Included

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Laundry services
  • Beverages and alcoholic drinks
  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Hotel accommodations in Nairobi (before or after the safari)
  • Optional activities
  • Any extras not mentioned in the inclusions

What to bring

  • Expect dusty conditions during game drives.
  • Avoid wearing bright colours to blend better with the environment.

  • Carry and apply sunscreen for skin protection.

  • Wear convertible pants that can easily unzip into shorts for comfort.

  • Hats will be provided for sun protection.

Know before you go

  • In Kenya, it is common to experience all seasons in one day.

  • Early mornings can be chilly, with temperatures ranging between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius.

  • Midday temperatures can rise to between 25 and 28 degrees Celsius.

  • Evenings and nights often become chilly again.

  • Travellers should ensure they have a valid visa before arrival.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
999H+5F, Ololaimutiek Village, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in 999H+5F.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $945.00 — $1,095.00
Double Sharing $945.00 — $1,095.00

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