3 Days Maasai Mara Safari
3 Days Maasai Mara Safari
Experience the incredible wildlife and breathtaking landscapes of Kenya on this 3 Days Maasai Mara Safari. Explore the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, renowned for its abundant wildlife, sweeping savannah plains, and exceptional opportunities for game viewing.
Enjoy exciting morning and afternoon game drives in search of Africa’s iconic animals, including lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, and zebras. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration, when vast herds move across the Mara ecosystem in search of fresh grazing.
Accompanied by a professional safari guide, discover the beauty of Kenya’s wilderness while enjoying comfortable lodge or tented camp accommodation. This short safari is ideal for travellers seeking an unforgettable African wildlife experience within a limited timeframe.
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Nairobi. Meet your professional safari guide for a briefing before departing for the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Enjoy a scenic drive through Kenya’s countryside, with views of the Great Rift Valley along the way. Make a stop at a suitable viewpoint before continuing towards the Maasai Mara region.
Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in time for lunch and check-in. In the afternoon, head into the reserve for your first game drive, exploring the open grasslands and searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.
As the sun sets over the savannah, return to your accommodation for dinner and relaxation.
Main activities: Scenic drive, Great Rift Valley viewpoint, and afternoon game drive.
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in or near the Maasai Mara.
Meals: Lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Begin the day with an early breakfast before setting out for an exciting wildlife adventure across the Maasai Mara’s vast plains.
With your experienced safari guide, explore areas known for wildlife activity while searching for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, hyenas, and numerous grazing animals. The reserve is also home to a remarkable variety of bird species.
Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch in the reserve, allowing more time to explore different habitats and observe wildlife in its natural environment.
During the Great Wildebeest Migration season, you may have opportunities to observe large herds of wildebeest and zebras moving through the ecosystem. River crossings can occur during the migration period but are unpredictable and cannot be guaranteed.
In the late afternoon, return to your lodge or tented camp to relax, enjoy dinner, and spend another night surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness.
Main activities: Full-day game drive, wildlife photography, and picnic lunch.
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in or near the Maasai Mara.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 3: Maasai Mara to Nairobi
Enjoy an early breakfast at your accommodation before checking out. Depending on your departure schedule, you may take a short morning game drive for another opportunity to spot wildlife before leaving the Maasai Mara.
Begin your return journey to Nairobi, travelling through the scenic landscapes of southwestern Kenya. Stop along the way for refreshments or lunch, depending on your travel arrangements.
Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be transferred to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward journey.
Your three-day safari concludes with unforgettable memories of Kenya’s wildlife, beautiful landscapes, and remarkable wilderness.
Main activities: Breakfast, optional morning game drive, and return transfer to Nairobi.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch, depending on your departure arrangements.
End of safari.
Price Includes
Private or shared 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver-guide
Two nights of accommodation in Maasai Mara or a nearby safari area
Meals as specified in the itinerary (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners, depending on accommodation and departure arrangements)
Park entrance fees for Maasai Mara National Reserve, as specified in the package
Game drives as outlined in the itinerary
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi
Government taxes and applicable levies included in the quoted package price
Price Excludes
International and domestic flights
Kenya visa and other travel documentation
Travel insurance
Personal expenses, including laundry, souvenirs, and telephone calls
Alcoholic and premium beverages
Tips and gratuities for the driver-guide and lodge staff
Optional hot-air balloon safari
Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Accommodation before or after the safari
Any services not specifically listed under “What’s Included”