3-Day Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi
Top-Rated Short Safari in Kenya – See the Big Five in Just 3 Days
This 3-day Masai Mara safari from Nairobi is perfect for travelers who want a wildlife-rich, time-efficient, and hassle-free safari. Whether you’re here for business, on a short holiday, or seeking a weekend adventure, this package delivers:
2 Nights Full-Board Lodge/Camp Accommodation
Private or Small Group Options Available Daily
Flexible for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups.
Guaranteed daily departures.
Safari Itinerary – 3 Days in Masai Mara
Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve (Afternoon Game Drive)
Pickup at 7:00 AM from your hotel or JKIA airport
Drive via Great Rift Valley Viewpoint for scenic photos
Arrive at the Masai Mara around 1:30 PM
Check-in, lunch, and relax at your camp/lodge
Evening game drive (4:00–6:30 PM) – look for elephants, giraffes, lions
Return for dinner and overnight stay
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
Early breakfast
Full-day game drive across the Masai Mara plains
Visit the Mara River (seasonal migration point, home to crocs & hippos)
Bush picnic lunch under acacia trees
Optional: Maasai village visit ($20 per person)
optional hot air balloon safari($480 per person)
Return by evening for dinner & relaxation
Day 3: Masai Mara – Nairobi
Breakfast and check-out
Depart for Nairobi
Arrive by 3:30–4:00 PM, drop-off at hotel or airport
Want to save time? Ask about our flight upgrade from Mara to Nairobi (just 45 minutes).
If you and extra day in Nairobi you opt to visit Giraffe center or Elephant orphanage
3 Days in Masai Mara -What's Included
Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Airport Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Hotel or Residence
Transport in a customized pop up top 4x4 Land Cruiser jeep.
Services of an experienced English/ other language speaking safari tour guide/driver.
2 nights full-board lodge/camp stay
Park entrance fees to Masai Mara NR
All meals on safari Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle
The flying doctors’ emergency medical evacuation/ rescue insurance cover.
What's Excluded
- Bottled & Soft Drinks - Items and services of a personal nature - Tips & Gratuities.
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Where You’ll Stay – Lodge & Camp Options
Economy Level
Elangata Olerai Camp
Orng’atuny Mara King Camp
Mara Chui Camp
Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Comfort Level
Prideinn Mara Camp
Osero Camp
Enkorok Mara Camp
AA Mara Lodge
Sentrim Mara Camp
Mara Sopa Lodge
Mara Leisure Camp
La Maison Royale Mara Camp
Sentrim Mara Lodge
Luxury Level
Mara Simba – Tent Rooms
Mara Maisha Camp (Main Camp)
Tipilikwani Mara Camp
Keekorok Lodge
Matira Bush Camp
Loyk Mara camp
Mara Engai camp
Mara River Camp
Ashnil Mara Camp
Karen Blixen
superior luxury Level
Saruni Mara Camp
Olare Mara Kempinski Camp
Porini Mara Camp
Entumoto Safari Camp
Kicheche Mara Camp
Mara Bushtop Luxury Camp
&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Camp
Entim Mara Camp
Mara Explorer Camp
Mara Eden Safari Camp
Mara Ilkeliani Mara Camp
Mara Ngenche Safari Camp
What You’ll See on This Safari
The Big Five: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo
Cheetahs, zebras, hyenas, giraffes, wildebeest
Hippos & crocodiles at Mara River
Optional: Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October)
Endless opportunities for photography, especially during golden hour
Book Your 3-Day Masai Mara Safari Now
Daily departures | Private & shared options | Flexible deposit payments
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Faqs – 3-Day Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi
Yes, three days allow for at least three game drives, giving you excellent chances to see the Big Five and enjoy the vast landscapes of the Masai Mara. You’ll also have time to relax at your lodge and optionally visit a Maasai village.
It’s approximately 260 kilometers (160 miles) from Nairobi. The drive takes around 5 to 6 hours depending on traffic and road conditions. You’ll travel through the Great Rift Valley, with optional stopovers.
Included:
Private transport in safari van (4x4 upgrade optional)
Park entrance fees (Masai Mara)
2 nights accommodation (full board)
Bottled water
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
Not included:
Drinks, tips, personal expenses
Maasai village visit (optional ~$20)
Hot air balloon safari (optional, on request)
You can choose from:
Budget Tented Camps: Miti Mingi Eco Camp, Manyatta Camp
Mid-Range Lodges: AA Mara Lodge, Jambo Mara
Luxury Lodges: Basecamp Explorer, Mara Serena, Zebra Plains Camp
Each offers en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and full-board meals.
July to October: The Great Migration season
December to March: Great for big cats and lush landscapes
Masai Mara offers year-round game viewing, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and cheetahs.
Yes, you can upgrade to a fly-in safari from Nairobi (Wilson Airport) directly to airstrips like Ol Kiombo or Keekorok. This saves 5–6 hours each way.
