3 Days 2 Nights Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi

Experience the magic of Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destination on this unforgettable 3-day, 2-night Maasai Mara safari from Nairobi. Travel through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley into the world-famous Maasai Mara, where endless golden plains come alive with lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest.

Enjoy expertly guided game drives in search of the Big Five, unwind at a comfortable safari lodge or tented camp, and witness spectacular African sunsets over the savannah. Depending on the season, you may also catch the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration and dramatic Mara River crossings. With convenient Nairobi pick-up, professional guides, and ample time in the reserve, this safari offers the perfect short escape into the heart of wild Africa.

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve – Afternoon Safari Game Drive

Begin your Masai Mara safari from Nairobi with an early 7:00 AM pick-up from your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley, stopping briefly at a viewpoint for panoramic photos. Continue your journey to the Masai Mara, arriving in time for check-in and lunch at your selected lodge or tented camp.

In the afternoon, head out for your first Masai Mara game drive, where you’ll start spotting iconic African wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, and antelopes.

Return to camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lodge / Tented Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 Full-Day Masai Mara Safari – Big Five & Mara River Experience

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations.

Spend the day exploring different sections of the reserve in search of the Big Five safari animals. Visit the famous Mara River, a key highlight during the Great Wildebeest Migration season, and home to hippos and large crocodiles.

Pause for a picnic lunch in the wild, surrounded by the stunning savannah landscape.

Optional add-on experiences:

Cultural visit to a Maasai village (extra cost)

Hot air balloon safari over Masai Mara for a unique aerial wildlife view

Return to your lodge or camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

Accommodation: Lodge / Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at a Lodge/Camp.

Day 3 Masai Mara to Nairobi – End of Safari

Enjoy breakfast at the camp before checking out and starting your return journey to Nairobi.

Arrive in the afternoon with drop-off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 3 days / 2 nights Masai Mara safari package.

What's included

Included

Transport in a customized 7-seater safari van with guaranteed window seats and modified suspension.
All applicable park entrance fees.
Accommodation in tented camps.
Meals as per the itinerary.
Services of a professional safari guide/driver.
Guaranteed departures for groups of two or more passengers.
Round-trip transport from Nairobi to Masai Mara.
Pre-tour itinerary document.
Extensive game drives.

Not included

Personal expenses (e.g., phone calls, emails, or other communication charges).
Drinks (e.g., sodas, water, beer, and wine).
Gratuities for the driver-guide and waitstaff.
Laundry services.
Visa fees.
Pre-tour accommodation (can be arranged upon request).