3-Day Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi City

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Masai Mara

Nairobi to Masai Mara

Your adventure begins with a pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or the airport, followed by a picturesque 4–5 hour drive to the legendary Masai Mara. The route takes you through the stunning Great Rift Valley, where you’ll pause to take in the sweeping views. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed at your lodge or camp with a refreshing drink and a delicious lunch.

After settling in, you’ll head out for an afternoon game drive. The Masai Mara is rich with wildlife, and you’ll have the chance to see lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and possibly even the elusive leopard—completing the iconic Big Five. You may also witness hippos and crocodiles along the Mara River, as well as large herds of wildebeest during migration months. You’ll return to the camp at sunset for dinner and a restful night.

End the evening relaxing by the campfire or gazing up at the star-filled sky, surrounded by the enchanting sights and sounds of the African savannah.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-day game drive in Masai Mara

Starts bright and early with coffee or tea at your lodge or camp before you set out for a full-day exploration of the magnificent Masai Mara. As the sun rises, the plains burst with activity—an ideal moment to spot predators such as lions, cheetahs, and, with some luck, leopards beginning their morning hunt. After breakfast, your journey continues across the Mara’s varied landscapes, from sweeping grasslands to wooded riverbanks. These diverse habitats offer excellent opportunities to encounter the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, and an impressive array of birdlife.

You will enjoy a scenic picnic lunch in the heart of the wilderness, a peaceful and unforgettable experience surrounded by nature. The afternoon brings more wildlife viewing, perhaps catching elephants cooling off at waterholes or lions lounging beneath acacia trees.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-day game drive in Masai Mara

After breakfast at your lodge or camp, followed by a short morning game drive, a final opportunity to experience the magic of Masai Mara and spot any wildlife you may have missed. Enjoy the peaceful early hours as animals begin their day, with chances to see elephants, antelopes, big cats, and vibrant birdlife one last time.

After the game drive, begin your scenic journey back to Nairobi, passing through the beautiful landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Along the way, you may stop at a viewpoint for photos or a quick break to stretch and enjoy the views.

You will arrive in Nairobi by late afternoon or early evening, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, depending on your onward plans. Though your safari comes to an end, the memories of Masai Mara’s breathtaking wildlife and landscapes will stay with you forever.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.