3 Day Maasai Mara Safari from Nairobi | Big Five
3‑Day Maasai Mara Safari from Nairobi | Big Five
Tour Highlights
- Start Nairobi
- End Nairobi
- Main Country kenya
- Transportation -op-up-roof-4x4-vehicle
- Main Focus Game drive safari
- Safari Type Private Tour
- Special Food Gluten-Free, Halal, Vegetarian
Itinerary Overview
Spend two nights at Sarabi Lodge, with flexible game-drive schedules and the option of a full-day safari with a picnic lunch. This safari combines wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, photography, and comfortable lodge accommodation before returning to Nairobi on Day 3.
Itinerary Description
Private safari vehicle and professional guide
Big Five wildlife viewing
Lion, leopard and cheetah spotting
Wildebeest, zebra, giraffe and antelope viewing
Great Rift Valley viewpoint
Morning and afternoon game drives
Wildlife photography opportunities
Optional full day game drive with picnic lunch
2 nights at Sarabi Lodge
Nairobi to Maasai Mara to Nairobi road transfers
Explore the famous Maasai Mara National Reserve
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara
Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for sightseeing and photography
Arrival at Maasai Mara and lunch
Afternoon game drive
Wildlife viewing and photography
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnightEarly morning game drive from 6:15 AM
Big Five and other wildlife viewing
Breakfast at the lodge
Relaxation at the lodge
Afternoon game drive
Optional full day game drive with packed picnic lunch
Bird watching and nature photography
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight
Your safari begins with a 7:30 to 8:00 AM pickup from your hotel in Nairobi by your professional driver-guide. Travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley, with a stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint to enjoy the spectacular landscapes.
Continue to the Maasai Mara National Reserve, with a drive of approximately 5.5 hours. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge/camp.
After lunch and some relaxation, depart at approximately 3:30 PM for your first game drive. Explore the reserve in search of its incredible wildlife, including the Big Five lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino as well as cheetahs, wildebeest, zebras, giraffes and numerous other species.
Return to your lodge around 6:30 PM.
Day 2: Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari
Early morning game drive from 6:15 AM
Big Five and other wildlife viewing
Breakfast at the lodge
Relaxation at the lodge
Afternoon game drive
Optional full day game drive with packed picnic lunch
Bird watching and nature photography
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight
Start with an early morning game drive from approximately 6:15 AM to 9:00 AM, when wildlife is particularly active. Return to the lodge for breakfast and time to relax.
After lunch, head out for another game drive from approximately 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
Because this is a private safari, your game drive schedule can be adjusted to suit your preferences. Alternatively, you may opt for a full-day game drive with a packed picnic lunch at no additional cost, allowing you to spend more time exploring the reserve.
Return to the lodge in the evening.
Day 3: Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Breakfast and check out
Morning departure from Maasai Mara
Scenic drive through Narok
Opportunity for sightseeing and photography along the way
Return to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon
End of safari
Depart the Maasai Mara for the return journey towards Narok, following the applicable park exit requirements. Continue with your road transfer to Nairobi.
Expected arrival in Nairobi: Approximately 2:30 PM, depending on road and traffic conditions.
Other Extra Activities
Include
- Parking fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned
- All accommodations mentioned
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals
- Drinks
Cancellation Policy
- 1– 7 days prior to the start date: 100% of the total cost no refund
- 8 – 20 days prior to the start date: 80% of the total cost
- 21 – 30 days prior to the start date: 70% of the total cost
- 31 – 60 days prior to the start date: 50% of the total cost
- 61 days+ prior to the start date: 0% of the total cost full refund
