3-Day Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi – Big Five Safari by Road
Unforgettable Game Drives | Budget to Luxury Options | Daily Departures
From $470 per person | Private or Small Group | 2 Nights in Masai Mara
Experience a thrilling 3-day Masai Mara safari from Nairobi — ideal for travelers who want a deeper taste of Kenya’s premier wildlife reserve. From the scenic road trip through the Rift Valley to multiple Big Five game drives, this safari is perfect for couples, families, photographers, and nature lovers.
3 days Masai Mara Safari Highlights
Road trip from Nairobi with Rift Valley photo stop
Game drives in the iconic Masai Mara Game Reserve
Spot elephants, lions, leopards, zebras, cheetahs, and more
Stay in a lodge or tented camp – choose from budget, mid-range, or luxury
Includes park fees, game drives, accommodation & meals
Daily departures – customizable for groups or solo travelers
Itinerary – 3-Day Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi
Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve (Afternoon Game Drive)
Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel, residence, or airport. Your adventure begins with a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, one of Africa’s most iconic geological landmarks. Stop at the Rift Valley Viewpoint for photos and panoramic views.
Arrive in Narok town, a major Maasai hub, for a quick refreshment break.
Arrive at your lodge or camp near Talek Gate or Sekenani Gate. Enjoy a hot lunch, relax, and prepare for your first wildlife experience.
Afternoon Game Drive
Your first entry into the Masai Mara! Track elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and predators like lions and cheetahs as you explore the reserve. Your expert driver-guide will tailor the game drive based on wildlife activity.
Dinner and Overnight at your selected lodge or camp
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
Early Morning Game Drive
The early hours are prime time for Big Cat sightings — lions, cheetahs, and even elusive leopards. Spot elephants by the swamp or hyenas along the trails.
Return to the lodge for breakfast.
Optional: Visit a Maasai Village ( $25/person)
Learn about traditional Maasai customs, warrior dances, and homestead life.
Return to the lodge for lunch and short relaxation.
Sunset Game Drive
Explore another region of the reserve like the Mara Triangle, Musiara Marsh, or near the Mara River (seasonal) for hippos and crocodiles.
Return for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Masai Mara – Nairobi (Morning Game Drive + Return)
Optional Sunrise Game Drive
Your last chance to catch lions on the hunt or elephants grazing in golden light.
Breakfast at the lodge, check-out.
Depart Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi, stopping for lunch in Narok or en route.
Drop-off at your Nairobi location or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
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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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
Wildlife Sightings in the Masai Mara
Lions, cheetahs, leopards
Elephants, buffalo, giraffes
Zebras, wildebeest, gazelles
Hippos & crocodiles (Mara River – seasonal)
450+ bird species including vultures, eagles & cranes
Itinerary – 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.
