Get ready for an exciting early morning drive to Masai Mara National Reserve, where adventure awaits right from the moment you are picked up from the airport. It remains one of the rare locations on our planet where wildlife thrives in a relatively untouched state, echoing the abundant populations that once traversed the vast plains and lush forests of Africa. At the northern edge of the expansive Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara showcases the breathtaking seasonal journey of countless wildebeest, zebras, and their accompanying predators. Your arrival will coincide perfectly with lunch, leading into an exciting afternoon game drive. After a day full of excitement, you will head back to the camp for a hearty dinner and a cozy overnight stay. Note: You can choose to enhance your accommodation to more luxurious options or opt for more budget-friendly alternatives (price reduction). Primary Location: Masai Mara National Reserve Accommodation: Amani Mara Camp
Tour overview
Explore the Maasai Mara on expertly guided game drives, with opportunities to encounter lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, buffaloes, and other iconic wildlife.
Enjoy the freedom to take your time at memorable sightings while discovering the Mara's expansive grasslands and diverse habitats.
After each adventure, unwind in premium accommodation surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness.
It's a refined safari experience for travelers seeking exceptional wildlife, comfort, exclusivity, and the timeless beauty of the Maasai Mara.
Safari Highlights
- Day 1: Nairobi/Masai Mara National Reserve
- Day 2: Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve / Nairobi
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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After breakfast, we will embark on an exhilarating full-day game drive, with a packed lunch ready for our journey. The reserve is famous for its striking black-maned lions and the rich variety of wildlife that calls it home. It is one of the rare spots where you can encounter the on a morning game drive. Numerous cheetahs are so comfortable around humans that they find refuge from the blazing sun beneath a vehicle, with some even daring to scale the roof for a prime vantage point to spot potential prey. For the bird enthusiast, nearly 500 species have been documented: including 16 varieties of eagle, numerous hawks and falcons, 6 types of vultures, 8 kinds of storks, 4 species of bustard (featuring the kori bustard, the heaviest flying bird on the planet), and 9 types of sunbirds. Note: You can choose to enhance your accommodation to more luxurious options or opt for more budget-friendly alternatives (price reduction). Primary Location: Masai Mara National Reserve Accommodation: Amani Mara Camp
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We will rise with the dawn at 6 am for an exhilarating game drive at sunrise. At 9 am, we will embark on a journey back to our accommodation for a delightful brunch before setting off for Nairobi. We will savor lunch along the way and reach Nairobi by late afternoon. Primary Location: Nairobi (City)
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 |
| 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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Tell us your travel dates and group size for 3-Day The Famous Mara – Luxury — our Uganda team will reply with a tailored quote.
- Duration: 3 days
- Tour type: Uganda: Private tour • 3 days
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