Maasai Mara National Reserve
overview
Experience the ultimate African safari in the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s crown jewel of wildlife conservation. Renowned for the Great Wildebeest Migration, abundant Big Five sightings, and endless golden savannahs, the Maasai Mara offers unmatched game viewing throughout the year. This 5-day adventure combines thrilling game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic Maasai cultural experiences, making it ideal for families, couples, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts.
Trip Details
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Price
From $1,500
Best Time
July to October (Great Migration Season)
Location
Narok County, Kenya
Highlights
- Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal)
- Spot the Big Five in their natural habitat
- Enjoy thrilling sunrise and sunset game drives
- Visit the famous Mara River and crocodile crossing points
- Experience authentic Maasai culture and traditions
- Optional hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast
- Capture spectacular African sunsets and wildlife photography
- Discover the rich diversity of birds and wildlife
Included
- Transport in a 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation for 4 nights
- Meals on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- Daily game drives as per the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi
Excluded
- Maasai Mara National Reserve entrance fees
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance and visa fees
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Optional hot air balloon safari
- Optional Maasai village visit
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
- Pick up from your hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi.
- Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a stopover at the viewpoint for photography.
- Continue through Narok town and arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch.
- Relax before heading out for an exciting afternoon game drive.
- Search for elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and antelopes.
- Enjoy your first African sunset over the savannah.
- Dinner and overnight stay.
- Wake up early for a sunrise game drive when predators are most active.
- Return to the lodge for breakfast.
- Spend the day exploring different areas of the reserve.
- Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and buffaloes.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness.
- Continue with afternoon game viewing and photography.
- Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
- Enjoy breakfast before embarking on a full-day adventure.
- Visit the iconic Mara River, home to hippos and giant Nile crocodiles.
- Witness wildebeest crossings during migration season.
- Explore remote sections of the reserve in search of the Big Five.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch under the African skies.
- Capture stunning sunset landscapes and wildlife moments.
- Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Optional early morning hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne breakfast.
- Return to the lodge for relaxation.
- Visit a traditional Maasai village and learn about their customs, dances, and way of life.
- Enjoy lunch and spend the afternoon on another game drive.
- Search for elusive predators and admire the vast open plains.
- Enjoy a farewell dinner under the stars.
- Overnight stay.
- Optional early morning game drive for one last opportunity to spot wildlife.
- Enjoy breakfast and check out.
- Begin the scenic drive back to Nairobi.
- Stop along the way for lunch and souvenir shopping.
- Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon and transfer to your hotel, residence, or airport.
Accommodation.
Budget
$70 – $150 per person/ Night
- Rhino Tourist Camp
- Enchoro Wildlife Camp
- Miti Mingi Eco Camp
- Mara Sidai Camp
Mid Range
$180 – $350 per Person/ Night
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Mara Sopa Lodge
- Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
- Mara Leisure Camp
Luxury
$450 – $3500 per Person/ Night
- Mara Serena Safari Lodge
- Sarova Mara Game Camp
- Ashnil Mara Camp
- Entim Mara Camp
- Angama Mara
- Mahali Mzuri
- Mara Plains Camp
- Cottar's 1920s Camp
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