Get ready for a remarkable treat with an unforgettable encounter with the Big 5 and wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara National Reserve during this special 3-day tour in Kenya. Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most popular safari destination for game viewing, offers a full day dedicated to exploring the hidden treasures of this splendid nature reserve.
Maasai Mara National Reserve is located in Southwestern Kenya, in the Great Rift Valley region, covering a land area of 1,510 sq. km. It hosts a diverse array of wildlife including lions, wildebeest, rhinos, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, zebras, aardwolf, African hare, banded mongoose, elephants, cheetahs, bat-eared foxes, and more. Your 3-day safari in Maasai Mara begins and ends in Nairobi, Kenya’s capital.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Maasai Mara Reserve Wildlife Tour
After breakfast at a hotel in Nairobi city and a briefing, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve for your 3-day safari. Located in Narok County, Maasai Mara offers a spectacular view of the Great Rift Valley en route. Arrive early and check in at the lodge where lunch will be served. You can enjoy a sunset wildlife viewing or relax at the lodge for the evening.
Day 2: Full-day Wildlife Tour in Maasai Mara
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and then set off to explore the Big 5 and the Mara River area in Maasai Mara Reserve. Embark on a full-day game drive with a packed lunch. Today, you will spot a variety of wildlife species including zebras, lions, leopards, giraffes, gazelles, cheetahs, rhinos, hyenas, wildebeest, birds, and more. Experience a picnic lunch during your extended wildlife viewing expedition. Don’t miss the dramatic Mara River crossing, where over 1.5 million wildebeest migrate.
Day 3: Depart Maasai Mara for Nairobi
Enjoy a hearty breakfast early in the morning, check out, and embark on a short game drive to spot more wildlife as you exit the reserve towards Nairobi. Arrive early in Nairobi for drop-off at your hotel or the airport for departure.
End of safari.
