Book 3 Days Masai Mara safari for private safari exploring the rich ecosystem of Masai Mara Wildlife Reserve. This safari itinerary takes you on unforgettable game drive with a chance to encounter the big 5 game members and also witnessing the wildebeest migration. On this Masai Mara safari, expect a full day game drive and an optional visit to the Maasai Village. In case you happen to get to Masai Mara around July and August, then be guaranteed of mesmerizing wildebeest migration experience- being the peak months of the year for visitors to enjoy this world’s spectacle.
Masai Mara is an extensive savanna nature reserve located in Southwestern Kenya. It spans up to 1510sq.km with its landscapes featuring abundant faunal species, often spotted around the grasslands and acacia trees. The various wildlife to see on a tour in Masai Mara National Reserve wildebeest, 1000s of zebras, giraffes, rhinos, leopards, lions, elephants, buffaloes and there are also over 470 species of birds.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Road transfer from Nairobi to Maasai Mara through the rift valley area
Day 2: Full day game safari in Maasai Mara & visit the Maasai village in the evening (optional)
Day 3: Departure from Maasai Mara
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Road transfer from Nairobi to Maasai Mara through the rift valley area
Enjoy a hefty breakfast early morning and you will exit Nairobi for Maasai Mara National Reserve. Departure time will be at 8:00am or earlier depending on your agreement with the driver guide. Embark on the picturesque drive via the Great Rift Valley area to Masai Mara, about 6 hours’ drive.
En-route to Maasai Mara, expect to have a short break for you to enjoy the rift valley’s breathtaking views. From here, proceed to the reserve to check in at the lodge for relaxation, and have lunch break. At around 3:30pm, embark on the afternoon game drive through the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
The afternoon game drive through the Mara Reserve comes with astonishing sightings of fauna including lions, cheetahs, leopards, wildebeest, elephants, rhinos, zebras, and more. Later, you will be dropped off to the lodge once again and spend the rest of the evening chilling and then retire for the night.
Accommodation
- Luxury: Basecamp Masai Mara
- Midrange: Keekorok Lodge/Sarova Mara Camp
- Budget: Mara River Lodge/Fig Tree Camp
Day 2: Full day game safari in Maasai Mara & visit the Maasai village in the evening (optional)
Have a hot cup of tea or coffee and after, embark on the enriching double game drive excursion through Maasai Mara National Reserve. Today’s guided wildlife safari includes a long day search for the big game; cape buffaloes, rhinos, elephants, leopards, lions plus other mammals such as zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, and birds, etc. In the afternoon, you will have a break for you to enjoy a delicious bush lunch meal.
After lunch, continue with the afternoon wildlife viewing session with an experienced guide. Before getting back to the lodge for relaxation, you may pay a visit to the Maasai Village. The Maasai Village tour allows you to interact with the Maasai warriors in their community, explore their unique traditions and cultures.
Accommodation
- Luxury: Basecamp Masai Mara
- Midrange: Keekorok Lodge/Sarova Mara Camp
- Budget: Mara River Lodge/Fig Tree Camp
Day 3: Departure from Maasai Mara
Get the best of your last breakfast as per this itinerary. Return to Nairobi capital in a 4×4 tourist car or take a flight.
End of safari
Safari Cost Includes
- Park entry fees
- All transport costs and services of guides or driver
- Accommodation and meals
- Bottled water
Safari Cost Excludes
- Tips
- Visas
- Airfares
- Telephone bills
- Passport
- Cigars
- Souvenirs
- Insurance, etc.
