3-Day Masai Mara Safari | Big Five & Migration Tours Kenya

Q: What is included in the 3-day Masai Mara safari package?

Your comprehensive 3-day tour includes all meals, transportation via standard game viewing safari vehicle, park entrance fees, government taxes, accommodation at quality mid-range safari lodges, bottled mineral water, professional English-speaking driver guide, hotel/airport pickup, and up to four private game drives. The minivan is outfitted with two-way radio communications for safety.

Q: When is the best time to visit Masai Mara for wildlife viewing?

Peak season runs from July to October during the Great Migration, offering spectacular wildebeest and zebra river crossings. Low season (April to mid-June) provides fewer crowds, competitive pricing, and excellent Big Five sightings. Both periods offer exceptional game drives with different advantages depending on your preferences.

Q: What accommodation options are available during the safari?

Choose from four quality mid-range properties: Mara Sopa Lodge, Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Ashnil Mara Tented Camp, or Mara Sarova Game Camp. All are typically located inside or close to the main reserve, providing quick access to game drives while offering comfortable amenities and authentic safari atmosphere.

Q: How many game drives are included in the 3-day itinerary?

Your package includes up to four private safari game drives with no extra charge for full day exploration on day 2. Game drives are flexible - take early morning and late afternoon drives, or spend the entire day in the park with picnic lunch boxes for maximum wildlife encounters.

Q: Can I visit a local Maasai village during the safari?

Yes! Visiting a local Maasai village is available as an extra option at US$20 per person. This authentic cultural experience allows you to learn about Maasai traditions, their coexistence with wildlife, and their role as Kenya's cattle-herding nomads who preserve ancient customs in the Mara region.

Q: What wildlife can I expect to see in Masai Mara?

The Mara is home to Kenya's richest concentration of wildlife including the Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos. You'll also encounter zebras, wildebeests, jackals, cheetahs, giraffes, hippos, and over 450 bird species across the golden grassland plains and acacia woodlands.

Q: Is the safari suitable for families with children?

Absolutely! This 3-day Masai Mara experience is family-friendly with comfortable mid-range lodges, flexible game drives, and educational opportunities. Children will love spotting animals and learning about Kenyan culture from experienced guides. The tented camps offer a perfect blend of adventure and comfort for young explorers.

Planning the perfect safari adventure? Look no further than this incredible 3-day Masai Mara experience that promises to deliver everything you’ve dreamed about African wildlife encounters. Starting and ending in Nairobi, this carefully crafted tour offers the perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and authentic cultural experiences. The Masai Mara isn’t just any destination – it’s Kenya’s crown jewel where golden grassland stretches endlessly, acacia trees dot the landscape, and the famous Big Five roam freely across vast plains.

What Makes This Masai Mara Safari Package Special?

Your 3-day, 2-night tour includes comprehensive road transport from Nairobi plus up to four private safari game drives inside the reserve. The trip includes several extra options like the Maasai village visit, and importantly, full day game drives come at no extra charge on the second day of your itinerary. This Masai Mara typical safari itinerary has been carefully designed based on years of experience and countless satisfied travelers.

The listed prices vary depending on the month and season of travel. July through October represents peak season when the Great Migration occurs, while April through mid-June is considered low season with fewer crowds and special rates. Your transportation includes a standard game viewing safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy viewing and photography. The minivan is outfitted with two-way long-range high-frequency radio communications equipment for safety and coordination.

Why Choose This Masai Mara Experience

Having guided countless travelers through Kenya’s wilderness, I can confidently say the Masai Mara represents everything westerners think of when they imagine an African safari. It’s that place where golden grassland plains stretch endlessly, acacia trees provide perfect photo frames, and wildebeests, zebras, lions, and jackals create the dramatic cycle of life and death that defines wild Africa.

The Mara is magnificent – it’s home to Kenya’s richest concentration of wildlife and regarded by travelers as an essential stop on any tour of Africa. This reserve offers something for everyone: from serious wildlife photographers to families seeking adventure, from cultural enthusiasts wanting to meet the Maasai to nature lovers simply wanting to witness Africa’s raw beauty.

Ready to embark on your own Masai Mara adventure? Contact us today to secure your dates and experience why this 3-day safari consistently ranks among Kenya’s most popular wildlife experiences. Don’t just dream about Africa – make it your reality with this perfectly crafted Masai Mara safari tour.

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Group Size
2
Arrival on
7:00am pickup from Nairobi airport, hotel, or residence Mid-morning arrival
Departure from
Early morning final breakfast and game drive Return journey to Nairobi
Language
English-speaking
Guiding method
Professional English-speaking
Destinations
Kenya, Maasai Mara

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Experience the ultimate 3-day Masai Mara safari adventure that combines thrilling game drives, comfortable mid-range safari lodges, and authentic cultural encounters. This carefully crafted tour begins and ends in Nairobi, taking you deep into Kenya’s most renowned wildlife reserve.

Enjoy close encounters with the Big Five – lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos – while staying at quality tented camps strategically located inside or close to the main Maasai Mara National Reserve. Your private safari includes up to four game drives, road transport, and the opportunity to witness the incredible cycle of life across golden grassland plains dotted with iconic acacia trees.

This typical safari itinerary maximizes your wildlife viewing opportunities with flexible game drives, picnic lunch options, and no extra charge for full day exploration. Optional Maasai village visits provide cultural depth to your adventure, while professional English-speaking driver guides share their extensive knowledge of flora, fauna, and Kenyan culture.

Highlights

Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal viewing and photography
Up to four game drives across three days in Masai Mara
Quality mid-range accommodation at Mara Sopa Lodge, Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Ashnil Mara Tented Camp, or Mara Sarova Game Camp
Big Five spotting opportunities with experienced local guides
Optional Maasai village visit for authentic cultural experiences
All meals included as per itinerary with bottled mineral water
Early morning and late afternoon game drives for prime wildlife activity
Flexible scheduling with picnic lunch boxes for extended park time
Professional driver guide with two-way radio communications
Airport/hotel pickup and drop-off in Nairobi

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This 3-day Masai Mara safari itinerary has been carefully designed to maximize your wildlife encounters while ensuring comfort and cultural authenticity. Starting from Nairobi at 7:00am, you'll embark on a thrilling journey that takes you through Kenya's diverse landscapes into the heart of Africa's most famous wildlife reserve.

What makes this itinerary special is its focus on quality over quantity - rather than rushing between locations, you'll spend meaningful time in one of the world's greatest wildlife theaters. Your 2-night, 3-day tour structure allows for proper acclimatization to the safari rhythm while maximizing game viewing opportunities during the most active wildlife periods.

Day 01 :

NAIROBI - MASAI MARA

Pick up from Airport or Place of Residence in Nairobi at 7:00am, Your safari takes you to the Maasai Mara Reserve and into the domain of the Maasai, Kenya's cattle-herding nomads determined to preserve their traditions. The Mara is magnificent, home to Kenya's richest concentration of wildlife, and regarded by many travelers as an essential stop on any tour of Africa. When westerners think of Africa and safari, this is place they imagine - golden grassland plains pocked with acacia, wildebeests, zebras, lions, and jackals bound by together by the cycle of life and death. Three days here will only scratch at the surface of the wonders of the Mara.

Arrival in Masai Mara in time for lunch, after lunch embark on an evening Game drive until Late evening when you settle for dinner and overnight. Accommodation overnight at either Mara Sopa Lodge, Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Ashnil Mara Tented Camp or Mara Sarova Game Camp

Day 02 :

FULL DAY MASAI MARA

Spend the Day in Masai Mara, Kenya's most popular game reserve where you will have the best opportunity of spotting the Big Five - lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant, Game drives are flexible, with the option of going out with picnic lunch boxes to spend entire day in the park, or you can choose to have early morning and late afternoon game drives. You will also have the option of visiting a local Masai village (at a cost of US$20 per person).

All meals and overnight at either Mara Sopa Lodge, Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Ashnil Mara Tented Camp or Mara Sarova Game Camp

Day 03 :

MASAI MARA National Reserve - Nairobi,

Early Morning breakfast at your camp check out of the camp and park and drive to Nairobi arriving in time for lunch. Lunch at carnivore afterwards drop off at your respective hotel or airport at?3:30 Pm

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What is included in the 3-day Masai Mara safari package?

Your comprehensive 3-day tour includes all meals, transportation via standard game viewing safari vehicle, park entrance fees, government taxes, accommodation at quality mid-range safari lodges, bottled mineral water, professional English-speaking driver guide, hotel/airport pickup, and up to four private game drives. The minivan is outfitted with two-way radio communications for safety.

When is the best time to visit Masai Mara for wildlife viewing?

Peak season runs from July to October during the Great Migration, offering spectacular wildebeest and zebra river crossings. Low season (April to mid-June) provides fewer crowds, competitive pricing, and excellent Big Five sightings. Both periods offer exceptional game drives with different advantages depending on your preferences.

What accommodation options are available during the safari?

Choose from four quality mid-range properties: Mara Sopa Lodge, Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Ashnil Mara Tented Camp, or Mara Sarova Game Camp. All are typically located inside or close to the main reserve, providing quick access to game drives while offering comfortable amenities and authentic safari atmosphere.

How many game drives are included in the 3-day itinerary?

Your package includes up to four private safari game drives with no extra charge for full day exploration on day 2. Game drives are flexible – take early morning and late afternoon drives, or spend the entire day in the park with picnic lunch boxes for maximum wildlife encounters.

Can I visit a local Maasai village during the safari?

Yes! Visiting a local Maasai village is available as an extra option at US$20 per person. This authentic cultural experience allows you to learn about Maasai traditions, their coexistence with wildlife, and their role as Kenya’s cattle-herding nomads who preserve ancient customs in the Mara region.

What wildlife can I expect to see in Masai Mara?

The Mara is home to Kenya’s richest concentration of wildlife including the Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos. You’ll also encounter zebras, wildebeests, jackals, cheetahs, giraffes, hippos, and over 450 bird species across the golden grassland plains and acacia woodlands.

What should I bring for the safari?

Pack comfortable safari clothing, sun protection, camera equipment, binoculars, and personal medications. Bottled mineral water is provided during game drives. Optional items include field guides, extra batteries, and cash for the Maasai village visit and tips for your driver guide.

Is the safari suitable for families with children?

Absolutely! This 3-day Masai Mara experience is family-friendly with comfortable mid-range lodges, flexible game drives, and educational opportunities. Children will love spotting animals and learning about Kenyan culture from experienced guides. The tented camps offer a perfect blend of adventure and comfort for young explorers.

3-Day Masai Mara Safari | Big Five & Migration Tours Kenya

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Why Choose This Masai Mara Experience

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