Maasai Mara Big Cat Safari

5 days—Explore two of Kenya’s premier private conservancies—Ol Kinyei and Olare Motorogi —renowned for their thriving populations of big cats.

$3115-4655 USD

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Safari summary

Exclusive Conservancy Exploration
Enjoy game drives in the Ol Kinyei, Naboisho, and Olare Motorogi Conservancies, away from the tourist crowds, allowing for a more intimate wildlife viewing experience with thriving populations of Lions, Leopards & Cheetahs.

Bush Breakfast and Picnics
Indulge in a memorable bush breakfast in the heart of the wild, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African savannah.

Night Game Drives
Experience the thrill of night game drives with spotlights to spot elusive nocturnal creatures, including leopards, in the Ol Kinyei and Olare Motorogi Conservancies.

Balloon Safari (Optional supplement)
For the adventurous, there’s the option of a hot air balloon safari over the Mara’s stunning landscapes, followed by a champagne breakfast.

Scenic Sundowners
Enjoy evenings with sundowners at picturesque spots, sipping your favourite drink while witnessing the beauty of the African sunset.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Night game drives
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • All drinks
  • Internal flights
  • Laundry
  • Meals
What’s not included?
  • Hot air balloons
  • International flights
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Private vehicle and driver
  • Spa treatments
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Day 1

Masai Mara

Depart Nairobi’s Wilson airport at 10am for the one hour flight to the Mara. You’ll be met at the Naboisho Ol Seki airstrip by Porini Mara Camp staff and transferred to camp. Settle into your tent and enjoy lunch prepared by the camp chef. Afternoon game drive in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy, followed by a sundowner at a scenic spot. Return to camp for a shower, dinner and overnight at Porini Mara Camp.

Porini Mara Camp

Day 2

Masai Mara

Awake to the natural sounds of the Mara’s birdlife. Early morning game drive with bush breakfast out in the wilds and then return to camp for lunch. In the afternoon you will have a further game drive in Ol Kinyei Conservancy and Naboisho Conservancies with a sundowner at a scenic spot followed by a night game drive with spotlights to search for nocturnal animals, including the elusive leopards which are resident in Ol Kinyei, before heading back for dinner and overnight at Porini Mara Camp.

Porini Mara Camp

Day 3

Masai Mara

After breakfast, drive through Ol Kinyei Conservancy and Naboisho Conservancy , game-viewing as you go, and on to Olare Motorogi Conservancy arriving at Porini Lion Camp for lunch. Afternoon game drive in the exclusive Olare Motorogi Conservancy , away from the minibuses and tourist vehicles seen in the reserve, and with an excellent chance of sighting lions, cheetahs and leopards all of which are found in the conservancy. Sundowner and night game drive. Overnight Porini Lion Camp.

Porini Lion Camp.

Day 4

Masai Mara

A full day spent on a game drive in the famous Masai Mara Reserve with a picnic lunch in the park or a full day exploring the Olare Motorogi Conservancy and then return to Porini Lion Camp in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Porini Lion Camp. *Optional Balloon Safari and Champagne Breakfast. *One Day Maasai Mara National Reserve entry fee included from 1st July to 30th September ONLY

Porini Lion Camp.

Day 5

Nairobi

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy, returning to Porini Lion Camp for breakfast. You will transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to either the international airport or a Nairobi hotel.

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