After enjoying breakfast at your Nairobi hotel, you will set off on an exciting journey to Masai Mara. Prepare to pause at the escarpment viewpoint, where an awe-inspiring panorama of the Great Rift Valley awaits you. We then journey down to the depths of the Great Rift Valley, passing through Mai Mahiu town before continuing on to the vibrant Maasai town of Narok. Your journey will include a quick pause in Narok before you continue on to Masai Mara, where the remarkable 8th Wonder of the World awaits. This immense reserve forms a part of the expansive Serengeti plains and is renowned for the breathtaking spectacle of the great wildebeest migration. This place boasts the presence of the iconic : lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, and Cape buffalo. You reach the lodge just in time to savor a delightful lunch, and then you can unwind for a brief moment. At 15h30, we embark on an exhilarating game drive through the reserve, offering you the opportunity to witness predators in action as the Maasai people, living harmoniously with the wildlife, guide their cattle back home. Your evening meal and overnight accommodations await you at the chosen lodge. Primary Location: Masai Mara National Reserve Accommodation: Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Tour overview
Experience an exhilarating day 3 as you embark on a flying safari to Masai Mara, taking a flight from Nairobi to your chosen luxury camp in the heart of the Mara. This brief safari fly package will provide you with additional hours for exhilarating game drives in the Mara, featuring three thrilling excursions. You will enjoy two exhilarating game drives on the first day in Masai Mara, followed by another adventure-filled drive on the second day. We would like to inform you that the entrance fees for Masai Mara park have been raised from 80 USD per person to 100 USD from January 2024 until June 2024, and will increase to 200 USD per person starting in July 2024 for a duration of 12 hours.
Safari Highlights
- Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi | Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve | Relax | Evening Game Drive
- Day 2: Morning Game Drive| Maasai Village Cultural Tour
Day 3: Morning Game Drive | Travel to Nairobi | Flight Back Home
Your 3-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.
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- Main destination
- Masai Mara National Reserve
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The Masai Mara is an incredible expanse of untamed beauty, where every visit brings fresh discoveries and excitement around every corner. Your day in the Mara begins at the crack of dawn with an exhilarating game drive at 06h30, where you can witness majestic herbivores peacefully grazing in the golden light. Large mammals are diverse, plentiful, and readily observable. In the park, you will encounter an array of fascinating mammals, including the majestic Maasai giraffe, the sturdy buffalo, the graceful impala, the striking zebra, the agile topi, and both the Thomson's and Grant's gazelle. Return to your camp or lodge for a delightful breakfast and enjoy a leisurely mid-morning filled with possibilities. Explore the lodge's exciting optional activities, like embarking on a guided nature walk or visiting a Maasai village to immerse yourself in their vibrant culture. After lunch, you will embark on another thrilling evening game drive, where excitement awaits you in the vast plains. Imagine the thrill of witnessing a lion in the wild, stealthily pursuing a zebra and her cubs, all while capturing the moment on camera. Your evening meal and overnight accommodations await you at the chosen lodge. Primary Location: Masai Mara National Reserve Stay at the Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
- Main destination
- Masai Mara National Reserve
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On this final day, based on your safari itinerary, you may enjoy a brief morning game drive before breakfast, then set off for Nairobi, arriving in the early afternoon. Your journey home awaits as you prepare for your flight transfer. As you continue your journey to Tanzania, you will start your day with an early breakfast before setting off for Isebania Point at the Kenya-Tanzania border. Once you have completed the immigration formalities, your thrilling journey through Tanzania will begin. Without a doubt, the Masai Mara, situated in the southwest of Kenya, stands out as one of the most exhilarating holiday destinations globally. A genuine Kenyan safari reaches its pinnacle with a journey to the Masai Mara National Reserve - an experience unlike any other. It boasts an incredible array of the Big 5, countless bird species, and a diverse range of wildlife. Primary Location: Nairobi (City)
- Main destination
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Also visited
- Nairobi
Inclusions & exclusions
| What's included |
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| 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 |
| Rhino tracking activity at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary where included on the route |
| What's not included |
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| 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: 3 days
- Tour type: Uganda: Private tour • 3 days
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