Highlights
3 Days / 2 Nights Best of Maasai Mara Safari
All meals included (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Game drives to encounter the Big Five (not guaranteed)
Description
‘The Mara’ as most locals call it is a vast scenic expanse of gently rolling African savannah plains. On your drive, you get to pass Narok Township, the major Maasai Administrative center. The Masai Mara is famously known for its spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration, a 7th Natural Wonder of the world and is home to the big five, namely, Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Cape Buffalo and Leopard as well as several other species like zebras, tupis and gazelles. You have come to a big game country, long famed as having one of Africa’s greatest concentrations of game. On this trip you will get to enjoy early game drives which will offer you a diversity of wildlife and afternoon game drives where the animals are cooling down. You can also experience the Kenyan Maasai Culture and immerse yourself in a semi-nomadic lifestyle.
Who This Experience Is Good For
Perfect for curious travelers, animal and nature lovers. Our personalized tour provides a unique and authentic experience, with knowledgeable guides and lasting memories.
Meet Our Local Host
Our friendly local host, passionate about our community. They'll guide you through our city, sharing insider knowledge and personal stories for a memorable experience.
Itinerary
DAY 1
7:00am: Pick-up from RY Accommodations in Nairobi, depart for Maasai Mara Reserve.
Stop at the Great Rift Valley View Point. The Great Rift Valley is a geographical and geological feature running north to south for around 6,400 kilometers, from northern Syria to central Mozambique. Astronauts say it is the most significant physical detail on the planet that is visible from space.
2pm: Arriving in time for lunch at your Lodge.
Afternoon game drive.
The Masai Mara is regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife viewing areas.
There have been some 95 species of mammals, amphibians and reptiles and over 400 bird’s species recorded on the reserve. Nowhere in Africa is wildlife more abundant, and it is for this reason a visitor hardly misses to see the big five (buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion, and rhino).
8pm: Dinner and overnight at your Lodge.
DAY 2
Breakfast at your lodge.
Spend a Full day exploring the park in search of the Big five, picnic lunch at the reserve, sitting in the grass and enjoying nature.
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Optional Activities at an extra cost paid directly to vendors):
Balloon Safari, Maasai village visits (see below costs)
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Activity
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Description
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Price per person (USD)
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Hot Air Balloon
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0400 - 0530AM and drive you to the launch site. You will arrive at the launch site by 6AM.
You will then be loaded into your balloon basket for take-off just before sunrise, at about 6:30AM. The flight will last approximately one hour, depending on wind conditions, and the balloon will land between 7:30 and 7:45AM.
Our vehicles will then transport you a short distance to breakfast. Our breakfast is set up on the picturesque savannah plains of the Mara, typically under the shade of a single balanite tree. You will sit down to a full bush breakfast in the Kenyan style, complete with eggs-to-order, fresh juices, fruits, cereals & of course sparkling wine.
After breakfast, at about 9AM, you will have a brief game drive back to your camp /lodge.
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550
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Manyatta Visit (Maasai Village)
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Witness the Maasai way of life in their cultural village (Manyatta). A lecture awaits you culminating with a traditional Maasai dance.
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30
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Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
DAY 3
Breakfast at your lodge.
Check-out and Depart for Nairobi to arrive late in the afternoon. Drop off at your Residence/ Hotel.
What’s Included
Personalized tour with knowledgeable and friendly guides
Transportation to all tour locations and from Nairobi to Reserve
Transport in a Custom- built Safari Land Cruiser & Services of English-speaking driver guide
2 Nights’ accommodation on Full Board basis
Complimentary Bottled drinking water in every game drive
Park entrance Fees
What’s Not Included
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Travel insurance or any other personal expenses
Additional food or drinks beyond what is provided on the tour
Gratuities for your guide (optional, but appreciated)
Know Before You Go
Minimum Needed: 8 people
Maximum Capacity: 16 people
Booking Deadline: 5 weeks before start date
Weather Dependent: Yes & No - Although weather is unpredictable in this region of the world, if there is a disruption due to weather we reserve the right to adjust the itinerary as needed and will always keep the experience and customer safety first priority.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Special Clothing Required: Comfortable clothing and natural colors (brown, green, beige). Make sure you bring a hat /protection for the sunny hours and layers for early mornings/late afternoon night.
Special Dietary Restrictions: No - We will try our best to accommodate most dietary needs if given enough notice.
Extra Cash: Needed for tipping (Not mandatory: you liked the service Tip! You did not? Is ok not to Tip. 10% is good), additional services & souvenirs. ATMs are available in town.
Ground Transportation: All ground transportation is included.
Additional Information: Local equipment and cold weather gear can be rented in town at additional cost.
Liabilities:
