Safari Overview
The 4 Days Masai Mara safari takes you to the spectacular savanna plains of Maasai Mara National Reserve to explore a diverse collection of wildlife. Expect to indulge in the enriching game drives with an expert and also visit the Maasai village. A safari to Kenya’s Masai Mara comes with lots of astonishing sightings. It rewards nature enthusiasts with true African wilderness experiences, with the possibility for you to find the hyenas, leopards, lions, elephants, zebras, and also witness the Great migration.
The actual safari experience in the scenic Masai Mara is rewarding beyond Big game. Expect to also appreciate the reserve’s breathtaking landscapes and huge crowds of birds. The Masai Mara is famous for its diverse animal population, comprising the Big 5, big cats, hippos, crocodiles, and antelope families, including the shy Bohor reedbucks. A typical wildlife safari to the Masai Mara National Reserve will begin and end in Nairobi.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Set off from Nairobi for a vacation in the Masai Mara Reserve
From the comfort of your hotel in Nairobi, begin the day with a hefty breakfast. After, meet your professional Kenya driver guide to take you through this special itinerary plan. Later, you will exit Nairobi at around 8:00 am and drive towards the Narok County route.
Today’s road trip comes with lots of opportunities, especially the breathtaking views of the countryside and the scenic Rift Valley viewpoint. Continue up to the reserve to check into the accommodation and then rest. At around 3:30 pm, expect an action-packed afternoon game viewing excursion and a variety of wildlife to spot.
Besides the big game, the Masai Mara also contains a total of about 470 species of birds in its diverse habitats. As you traverse the reserve on a game drive, don’t miss the surprising encounters of amazing birds, including the crowned plovers, secretary birds, turkey-sized ground hornbills, Kori bustards, and superb starlings. Other birds that you stand a chance to find include ring-necked doves, red-eyed doves, emerald-spotted wood-doves, rufous-bellied herons, lilac-breasted rollers, and more.
After today’s game drive introduction to the stunning plains of the Masai Mara Reserve, retreat and have the rest of the evening at leisure in your respective accommodation.
Day 2: Full- day safari in Masai Mara
After breakfast, you will return to the golden savanna plains of Maasai Mara on a full-day game drive with an experienced expert. Spending a complete day in the Masai Mara allows you to interact with a range of your favorite wildlife species.
Within the Masai Mara National Reserve alone, expect to explore a high density of amazing animals, including the African elephants, lions, buffaloes, rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and hyenas.
The game drive session comes with an opportunity for you to also come across other animals such as gazelles, wildebeests, warthogs, spotted hyenas, topis, and birds.
Today’s game drive schedule will include a lunch break in the savanna plains and you resume with the afternoon session. Expect to get back to the accommodation at once and share your memories of the day.
Day 3: Full-day safari in the Masai Mara
After a hefty breakfast, expect a full day of game viewing in the Masai Mara. You may opt for a sunrise hot air balloon safari, then proceed with a game drive, or only focus on the game drive experience. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a brief game drive and also proceed to the Maasai village to meet the Maasai people.
While interacting with the Maasai people, expect to explore how they live as nomadic pastoralists and be amazed by the vibrant traditional dances. The rest of the evening will get you to the comfort of the lodge, where dinner and overnight will be had.
Day 4: Get back to Nairobi, departure
Have a hot cup of tea/coffee prepared by a professional chef, and then check out of your respective luxurious camp/lodge. A 4×4 safari car will be packed right at the lodge premises for you to load your luggage and later start your journey back to Nairobi. As you bid farewell to the vast Maasai Mara National Reserve, enjoy amazing sunrise views and some early risers. Expect to arrive at Nairobi early and get dropped off at your accommodation properties or directly to the airport for departure.
End of Masai Mara Safari