The Big 5 Safari
3 Days Maasai Mara Game Reserve; the jewel park of Kenya. Spot the black manned lions, Elephants, Rhino, Cheetah, Leopard, Buffaloes and Antelopes.
$650-850 USD
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Safari summary
3 Days 2 Nights Maasai Mara – Masai mara safari package
The Masai Mara reserve will tickle your thrill spot with Kenya’s richest concentration of wildlife. The lush golden grassland plains are filled with plentiful zebras, lions and wild beasts, with a real-life alacrity of on-camera safari expeditions. This acacia land brings you goosebumps with the cheerful sight of the five giants, the elephants, rhinos, lions, leopards and the wild buffaloes. Feel the intriguing sense of nomadic life with captivating day-time activities and splendid overnight stays at camps or lodges on this trip to Masai Mara Safari.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Night game drives
Itinerary
Day 1
Masai Mara | Nairobi | Serengeti
Day 1 - Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve This morning we drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara National Reserve. This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest’s migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Lunch at our Lodge and relax before departing for the afternoon game run. The Mara Game Reserve–one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Large mammals are varied and easy to see. Residents among the Park's are Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousand of plain game including Impala, Zebra, Topi, both Thomson's and grants Gazelles. Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or Sentrim Mara Camp Meal Plan {Lunch & Dinner}
Day 2
Masai Mara
Day 2 - Discover Masai Mara The search for great predators and perhaps even cubs continues today during extensive game runs. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive Cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. During our stay, we also have an optional opportunity to visit a village of the Masai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience. Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or Sentrim Mara Camp. Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 3
Masai Mara | Nairobi
Day 3 - Masai Mara – Nairobi Early morning tea/coffee or Hot chocolate, then depart for a morning ‘Spice’ game drive. Here we find the Old Africa of the movies, with rolling grasslands dotted by acacia trees and sweeping plains teeming with wildlife. No matter how much you have thought about Africa, this is more than you expected—and the ideal backdrop for a hot air balloon expedition. Return to your lodge or camp for a full English breakfast. Then depart for Nairobi by road. Meal Plan {Breakfast} The tour includes Transport by Safari VAN All applicable game Park Entrance fees. 2 Nights’ accommodation as indicated in the itinerary. Four meals (1 Breakfast, 2 lunches & 1 Dinner). Airport picks up on arrival in Nairobi if required. Professional Safari Guide/Driver. Guaranteed departures for two or more passengers booking this safari. Round trip transport from Nairobi to the designated National Park. Pre-tour itinerary document. Extensive and unlimited Game drives. Excursions & activities as stated in the itinerary Bottled drinking water while on board our safari Van/Jeep while on safari All Government taxes and levies The tour Excludes Pre and post-tour accommodation which can be arranged on request The cost of obtaining a visa for Kenya. Personal Taxes Drinks like sodas, water, beer and wines at the hotels and lodges. Gratuity for the driver guide, porters and waiter Laundry costs, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature International flights Optional excursions like a visit to Masai Village
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