Explore the wilds of the Masaai Mara Nature Reserve during this 3-day, 2-night safari tour. See incredible migrating animals including wildebeest and members of the 'Big Five'.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 days
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish, Russian, Swahili
- Pickup included
- Your hotel within the Nairobi City center or Westlands area near the highway
- Private or small groups available
Experience
Highlights
- Experience breathtaking views and wildlife encounters
- Witness incredible migrating animals and the big 5 on safari
- Visit a local Maasai community and learn about their culture
Full description
Take a 3-day tour to discover the Masai Mara Reserve, the most popular tourist destination in Kenya. Located in the Great Rift Valley, the reserve is regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife viewing areas. The annual wildebeest’s migration, involving over 1.5 million animals arriving in July and departing in November, is a phenomenal spectacle that can only be seen in the Maasai Mara. Most visitors will have the opportunity to spot one of the Big 5—lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos.
Day 1:
Get picked up from your hotel in Nairobi city center at 8 AM, then drive to Maasai Mara Nature Reserve. Pass the great Rift Valley viewpoint for breathtaking views and stop for lunch on the way. After check-in at your hotel, depart for a game viewing drive in the Mara Reserve. Return back to the camp for a sumptuous buffet dinner. Stay overnight in a big tent that has a bed, linen, shower, and toilet inside. Mosquito nets and a hot shower in the evening are provided.
Day 2:
Spend the full day exploring Masai Mara in search of the Big Five. Enjoy picnic lunches in the Reserve as you discover the beautiful banks of the Mara River. After the game drive, you will return back to the camp for dinner and an overnight.
Day 3:
Enjoy the last early morning game drive in Mara Reserve followed by breakfast. Then, drive back to Nairobi where upon arrival you will be dropped back at your city center accommodation.
Upgrade your tour to include a hot air balloon ride. Get picked up by the balloon safari vehicle and drive to the launching area. Drift over the park as you view the animals, take in the amazing sunrise with a buffet breakfast and champagne. Alternatively, include an evening visit to the local Masai village for a cultural tour. Learn about the Masai community and interact with the local people.
Includes
- 2 nights accommodation
- All park entrance fees
- All meals as per itinerary
- All transport in a customized safari car with a pop roof for game viewing and photography
- Guide assistance at all points
- Bottled water
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel
- Hot air balloon tour (if option chosen)
- Masai village tour (if option chosen)
- Tips
- Drinks or alcohol
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
Meeting point varies depending on option booked.
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Hand sanitizer or tissues
- Face mask or protective covering
Not allowed
- Pets
- Smoking
Know before you go
- Pickup only available from hotels within the Nairobi City center or Westlands area near the highway for easy pickup
- If you are staying not within these pickup locations, please go to the meeting point outside the City Market on Muindi Mbingu Street
- The safari starts from 8 AM when you will join a group
