2-Day Mara Overnight Safari

Uganda: Private tour • 2 days

Tour overview

The 2-Day Mara Overnight Safari gives you a taste of the legendary Maasai Mara with enough time for exciting wildlife exploration.
Enjoy game drives across the open savannah in search of lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and other wildlife.
Staying overnight allows you to experience the Mara beyond a single game drive and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the wilderness after sunset.
Your experienced guide will explore different areas of the reserve based on wildlife movements and seasonal conditions.
It's an excellent short safari for travelers looking for classic Big Five encounters and the unforgettable atmosphere of the Maasai Mara.

Safari Highlights

  • Day 1: Nairobi to Mara National Reserve

Day 2: Mara to Nairobi

Your 2-day Kenya safari, day by day

Each day below shows where you go, what you experience, and where you can stay—luxury, mid-range, and budget lodge options included.

  1. Lion in Masai Mara National Park

    Day 1

    Nairobi to Mara National Reserve

    Your safari driver will welcome you with open arms. A brief overview of the upcoming journey will follow. Start your thrilling journey from Nairobi to Masai Mara. You are embarking on a journey to Kenya’s premier wildlife destination, celebrated and acknowledged as one of the remarkable wonders of the world. The annual migration of the Wildebeest occurs between July and October. As you journey along, a plethora of captivating sights awaits, such as the vibrant Masai Narok town and the young Masai Morans tending to their livestock. Upon reaching Masai Mara, you will be greeted by an astonishing abundance of wildlife that fills the tree-dotted savanna plains. Head to your lodge to check in and enjoy a delightful lunch. Prepare for an exhilarating evening as you embark on a thrilling quest to spot the majestic Big Game in the reserve. Game watching in this reserve is truly exhilarating, offering a wealth of sights and experiences packed into a compact space. Head back to your lodge for a delightful dinner and a cozy overnight stay. Primary Location: Masai Mara National Reserve Accommodation: Enchoro Wildlife Camp

  2. Lion in Masai Mara National Park

    Day 2

    Mara to Nairobi

    After breakfast, embark on your journey by checking out and leaving the reserve, then set off to Narok town for a delightful lunch. Embark on the journey back to Nairobi, reaching your destination as the afternoon sun begins to set. Departure from your hotel or airport. Primary Location: Nairobi (City)

Inclusions & exclusions

What's included
Airport / hotel pick-up and drop-off in Entebbe or Kampala
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, fuel, and professional English-speaking guide
Accommodation and meals as indicated in the day-by-day itinerary
National park entrance fees and ranger guide fees on included activities
Bottled drinking water during road transfers
What's not included
International flights to and from Uganda
Uganda visa fees and travel insurance
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
Personal expenses (laundry, alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, etc.)
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary

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  • Duration: 2 days
  • Tour type: Uganda: Private tour • 2 days

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