Masai Mara Safari Tour
3 Days Masai Mara Safari: Explore Africa's Wilderness
$950-3385 USD
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Safari summary
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Masai Mara National Reserve on this 3-day safari. Known as one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations, the Masai Mara is home to the iconic “Big Five,” an array of other wildlife species, and the spectacular Great Migration. Whether you’re chasing sightings of majestic predators, exploring the savannah’s unique ecosystems, or enjoying cultural interactions, this safari promises an unforgettable experience.
Trip Summary
This short yet action-packed safari begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi to the Masai Mara, where you’ll embark on thrilling game drives in search of Africa’s most iconic wildlife. Spend a full day exploring the vast plains and witnessing the famous wildebeest migration (seasonal) before concluding your journey with a morning game drive. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this itinerary delivers a taste of the untamed wilderness.
Tour Highlights
Enjoy spectacular game drives in the Masai Mara.
Spot the “Big Five” and a variety of other wildlife species.
Witness the Great Migration (seasonal) and the dramatic Mara River crossings.
Explore breathtaking savannah landscapes and experience the tranquility of the African wilderness.
Enjoy cultural interactions with the Maasai people (optional).
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
Countries | ||
Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Hot air balloons
- Night game drives
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Drive to Masai Mara National Park
Masai Mara
You will begin this journey with a morning pick-up from your hotel or Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for a drive to the Masai Mara Reserve with En-route stop at a viewpoint to admire the stunning Great Rift Valley escarpments. On Arrival, have lunch & some relaxation. Later, embark on your first game drive. As the sun dips below the horizon, you’ll have the chance to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and an array of antelope species roaming the savannah. Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Losokwan / Mara Sweet Waters/Mara Interpid/Sopa
Whole Day Wildebeest Excursion
Masai Mara
After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive with packed lunches provided for a picnic in the wilderness. If visiting in Great Migration season (July to October), witness wildebeest, zebras, gazelles crossing the plains in search of fresh grazing lands. The dramatic Mara River crossings, where crocodiles lie in wait. Even outside the migration season, Spend the day spotting predators like cheetahs, lions, hyenas, herbivores like buffaloes, elephants. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Losokwan / Mara Sweet Waters/Mara Interpid/Sopa
Game Drive and Return to Nairobi
Masai Mara
Begin your final day with an early morning game drive, the best time to spot predators on the move and other wildlife in their most active state. Enjoy the serene beauty of the sunrise over the savannah, capturing unforgettable moments. After breakfast, bid farewell to the Masai Mara and embark on the journey back to Nairobi. Arrive in the afternoon, with a drop-off at your hotel or the airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast included. END OF SAFARI
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