3-Day Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi – Big Five & Migration Experience
Looking for a quick, unforgettable African safari? Our 3-Day, 2-Night Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi is perfect for travelers with limited time who want to experience the thrill of Kenya’s wildlife. Spot the Big Five, witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal), and immerse yourself in the raw beauty of the savannah.
Starts/Ends in Nairobi | 4×4 Safari Jeep | 2 Nights in Masai Mara | Big Five | private or Group Options
3 days Masai Mara Safari Highlights
Thrilling Game Drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
Spot the Big Five: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo
Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari (Extra)
Stay in handpicked safari camps or lodges
Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
Optional Maasai Village Visit
Daily departure available – group & private tours
Detailed 3 Day Masai Mara Safari package Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara – Scenic Drive & Afternoon Game Drive
Your safari begins with a morning pick-up in Nairobi (hotel, airport, or residence). Travel through Kenya’s stunning countryside and the Great Rift Valley, pausing for scenic photos along the way.
Arrive at your Masai Mara camp/lodge in time for lunch. After check-in, head out on your first afternoon game drive in one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich reserves. Spot lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, and more.
Drive Time: ~5–6 hours
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Safari Camp or Lodge in Masai Mara
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara – Big Cats, Elephants & Migration
Wake early for a full-day safari experience in the Masai Mara National Reserve. With a packed picnic lunch, you’ll spend the entire day tracking wildlife across diverse terrains, from open savannah to riverbanks.
If traveling between July–October, you may witness the Great Migration – as over a million wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River.
Optional: Book a Hot Air Balloon Safari at sunrise followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush. (Must pre-book.)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (picnic), Dinner
Overnight: Safari Camp or Lodge in Masai Mara
Day 3: Masai Mara to Nairobi – Return
After breakfast, check out and Depart Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi with lunch en route.
Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon and drop-off at your hotel or airport for your evening flight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
End of Safari
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.
Stay in economy, comfort or luxury lodges / tented camps (your choice).
Park entrance fees
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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FAQs: 3-Day Masai Mara Safari with Annest Kenya Safaris
We offer both! Private safaris offer more flexibility and comfort. Small group safaris are available for those who prefer shared costs.
It’s about 5–6 hours by road. Flight options are also available (approx. 1 hour) at extra cost.
Yes! We can customize your safari to include Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, or extend to Tanzania (Serengeti, Ngorongoro).
All safaris are in 4x4 Land Cruisers with a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing and photography.
Yes, 3 days allows you to enjoy multiple game drives and get a solid introduction to Kenya’s wildlife. Longer stays allow deeper exploration.
