2-Day Masai Mara & Maasai Village Budget Safari

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

Nairobi to the Famous Masai Mara National Reserve

Depart Nairobi after breakfast and journey through the Great Rift Valley toward the world famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The drive offers sweeping views of escarpments, rolling hills, and vibrant farmlands, with opportunities to pause for photos along the way. Arrive at the reserve by mid‑afternoon and enjoy your first game drive across its endless plains, home to lions, elephants, cheetahs, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebras. The Mara is also rich in birdlife, adding vibrant color to the savannah. Later, visit a traditional Maasai village to experience the culture of this proud community, known for their warrior traditions, colorful attire, and deep connection to the land. As the sun sets over the plains, head to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight, reflecting on the day’s transition from Nairobi’s bustle to the untamed beauty of the Mara and the warmth of Maasai hospitality.

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:

Rhino Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Masai Mara Game Drive & Return to Nairobi

After an early breakfast, you'll depart at 6:00 AM for a full day game drive across the iconic Masai Mara. The early morning is ideal for spotting predators in action. You'll track the Big Five, lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, and buffalo while also watching for cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.

Between July and October, you'll witness the Great Migration, as massive herds of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River, braving strong currents and crocodiles.

You'll enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot in the reserve before continuing your game drive in the afternoon. Capture stunning landscapes and seek out any animals you may have missed.
An optional hot-air balloon safari is available at sunrise (additional cost), offering aerial views and a champagne bush breakfast.
Around 3:30 PM, you'll exit the reserve and begin the return drive through the Great Rift Valley, arriving in Nairobi by early evening with drop off at the airport or your hotel.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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