3-Day Magical Maasai Mara National Reserve Adventure

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

Drive from Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve, enjoy scenic view and an evening game drive

Day 1
Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, heading southwest toward the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. The drive takes you through the scenic Great Rift Valley, where you stop at a viewpoint to admire breathtaking panoramic landscapes stretching across the valley floor. Along the journey, you will pass small towns, rural villages, and rolling hills that showcase the beauty of Kenya’s countryside.

Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch and a short rest before setting out for your first exciting evening game drive in the reserve. As the sun begins to set over the golden savannah, your guide will track wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes roaming freely across the plains. The evening light provides excellent opportunities for photography while experiencing the magic of the African wilderness. After the game drive, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation, preparing for more adventure the following day.

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:

Mara Maisha Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Full-day game drive in Maasai Mara national reserve spotting the big five

Begins with an early breakfast before heading out for a full day of thrilling game drives in the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. As the sun rises over the golden savannah, you will explore the vast plains in search of the legendary Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino. The reserve is also home to cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and countless antelope species, offering incredible wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the day.
Your experienced safari guide will navigate through different habitats including open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and riverine areas where animals gather to drink. Midday, enjoy a packed picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the reserve while taking in the breathtaking landscapes and sounds of the wild.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Mara Maisha Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Scenic drive back to nairobi

Day three
begins with breakfast at the camp in the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve before starting your scenic drive back to Nairobi. As you leave the vast savannah plains, enjoy beautiful views of rolling hills, rural villages, and the stunning landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. There will be optional short stops along the way for photos, refreshments, or to purchase local souvenirs from roadside markets.

The journey offers a relaxed opportunity to reflect on the unforgettable wildlife encounters and magical moments experienced during the safari. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be conveniently dropped off at your preferred location—either at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight or at your selected hotel or residence within the city, marking the end of your memorable Maasai Mara adventure.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

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.