3 Days Masai Mara Safari in Kenya
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From $750 per person (based on 2 pax sharing)
Experience Kenya’s top wildlife destination in just 3 days, perfect for short holidays and weekend getaways
Kenya Safari Packages | 3 Days Masai Mara Itinerary | Big Five Safaris in Kenya | Kenya Wildlife Holidays
Safari Highlights:
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Explore Masai Mara, Kenya’s most famous wildlife reserve
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High chances of spotting the Big Five: lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino
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Option to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October)
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Full-day safari with picnic lunch in the bush
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Interact with the Masai community and learn about their culture (optional)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Nairobi to Masai Mara – Afternoon Game Drive
Depart Nairobi in the morning with your driver-guide for a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley toward Masai Mara National Reserve (approx. 5–6 hours). Enjoy stops at viewpoints for photos of the escarpment and local life along the way.Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in time for lunch. After a short rest, head out for your first game drive in the Masai Mara. This afternoon safari offers chances to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly big cats preparing for their evening hunt.Return to your camp as the sun sets and enjoy dinner under the stars.
Overnight at a mid-range safari lodge or tented camp inside or near the parkMeals: Lunch, Dinner
Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara – Big Five & Savannah Wildlife
After an early breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive with packed lunch boxes. You’ll explore the diverse ecosystems of Masai Mara, from rolling grasslands to riverine forests.Expect to see large herds of buffalo, elephants, antelopes, zebras, and a high probability of lion and cheetah sightings. If visiting between July and October, you may witness the Great Wildebeest Migration as thousands of animals cross the Mara River, often pursued by crocodiles and predators.Stop at the Mara River to look for hippos, crocodiles, and migrating herds (seasonal). Enjoy your picnic lunch in the bush and continue exploring till late afternoon.
Optional: Visit a Masai village (Manyatta) to learn about traditional life, customs, and dances (additional fee).Return to the lodge by sunset.
Overnight at the same safari lodge or tented campMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning Game Drive – Return to Nairobi
Enjoy a final early morning game drive, when wildlife is most active and predators are returning from night hunts. This is a great time for photography with beautiful golden light over the savannah.Return to the camp for breakfast, check out, and begin your journey back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. Drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for onward travel.
End of TourMeals: Breakfast
What's Included
- 2 nights full-board accommodation at a safari camp/lodge
- Transport in a pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle
- Services of a professional English-speaking guide
- Park entry fees to Masai Mara National Reserve
- Daily game drives as outlined
- Bottled water during game drives
What's Not Included
- Flights or airport transfers (can be arranged)
- Masai village visit (optional, approx. $25 pp)
- Personal expenses, tips, drinks, and travel insurance
Important Information
- This tour is organized by the tour operator.
- The exact itinerary sequence, details, and pricing of this tour depend on availability.
- If a selected accommodation is fully booked, the operator will recommend a comparable alternative.
- The operator reserves the right to adjust the rates advertised on this website.