3 Days Masai Mara Safari

Your adventure begins in Nairobi early in the morning, typically around 7:00 AM, when you meet your group and safari guide at a central location or hotel. After a short briefing, you'll depart the city and begin the scenic drive towards the famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Along the way, you'll stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for panoramic views and photo opportunities.

The journey continues through local towns and lush countryside, with a break in Narok town for refreshments and any last-minute shopping. By early afternoon, you'll arrive at your camp or lodge in the Masai Mara, where a warm lunch awaits. After settling in and relaxing briefly, you'll head out for your first afternoon game drive around 3:30 PM. This short drive gives you a chance to spot elephants, zebras, giraffes, and potentially big cats. As the sun sets over the savannah, you'll return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, you'll embark on a full-day game drive with a packed picnic lunch to maximize your time in the wild. This is your best opportunity to explore deeper into the reserve and witness the incredible diversity of wildlife that Masai Mara is known for, including the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino – as well as cheetahs, hyenas, antelope, and hundreds of bird species.

Your guide will navigate through various landscapes, from open plains to riverbanks, where you might spot crocodiles and hippos. Around midday, you'll pause at a scenic spot to enjoy your picnic lunch in the bush. After lunch, the game drive continues until late afternoon. Optional activities like a visit to a nearby Maasai village can be arranged (usually at an extra cost), where you can learn about the traditional Maasai lifestyle and culture. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

On your final day, you'll have an optional early morning game drive at sunrise – a magical time to see predators on the move and witness the savannah waking up. After the drive, return to camp for a full breakfast and check-out. You'll then begin the journey back to Nairobi, retracing your route through the Rift Valley with a lunch stop en route.

Expect to arrive in Nairobi by late afternoon or early evening (around 4:00–5:00 PM), where you'll be dropped off at your hotel or designated drop-off point, marking the end of your unforgettable Masai Mara experience.