3-Day Big Five Mara Explorer Safari

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

Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from Nairobi, driving through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley toward the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in time for a hot lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, head out for your first exhilarating game drive across the sweeping savannahs. Keep your eyes peeled for your first sightings of the iconic Big Five before returning to camp for dinner and an evening under the stars.

Activity: Afternoon Game Drive

Main Destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Travel Time: Approximately 5–6 hours driving time from Nairobi (260 km)

Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and 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 Big Five Safari in Maasai Mara

Dedicate a full day to exploring the vast landscapes of the Maasai Mara, a premier wildlife viewing destination. With a packed picnic lunch, you will track massive herds of elephants, prides of lions, and elusive leopards across the plains. Visit the iconic Mara River, a key site of the Great Migration (seasonal). Your expert guide will navigate the best tracks to maximize your Big Five encounters, ensuring spectacular wildlife photography opportunities before heading back for sunset.

Activity: Full-Day Game Drive

Main Destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic), & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Game Drive & Return to Nairobi

Greet the African sunrise with a final early morning game drive, the absolute best time to spot predators like cheetahs and lions active on the hunt. After capturing your final wildlife photos, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and check out. Bid farewell to the Mara as you begin your journey back to Nairobi. You will be dropped off at the airport or your hotel in the late afternoon, concluding an unforgettable 3-day African safari experience.

Activity: Morning Game Drive & Transfer

Main Destination: Nairobi (End of Tour)

Travel Time: Approximately 5–6 hours driving time (260 km)

Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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