3 Days Maasai Mara Safari

Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve

(280 km, 5 to 6 hours)

Embark on an early morning adventure from Nairobi as you kick-start your journey to the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Your guide/driver will provide a briefing along the way, while you soak in the breathtaking vistas of the valley, the Suswa Ranges, and Mount Longonot, offering perfect opportunities for memorable photographs. During the journey to the Masai Mara, a delicious traditional Kenyan lunch will be served in Narok town.

Upon reaching your accommodation within the game reserve, take a short rest before heading out on your first thrilling game drive. This is your initial opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring wildlife you've come to marvel at, and your dedicated safari guide will be there to assist in spotting the great animals of the savanna.

We recommend taking advantage of the chance to purchase souvenirs at the park entrance from the local Masai people. Not only will you find unique and valuable gifts, but it also allows you to directly support the local community's livelihood.

Included in your first day of the African safari experience are the following:

• Accommodation at a camp or lodge within the Masai Mara Game Reserve
• Overnight stay inside the reserve, immersing yourself in the wilderness
• Lunch and dinner included (breakfast not provided)
• Drinking water provided, while other beverages are available at an additional cost

You'll spend the night at the Masai Mara National Reserve

We have a variety of accommodations, which fits any type of budget

Standard options:

Basecamp Masai Mara

Basecamp Masai Mara is not just a travel destination; it is a place that becomes your home away from home. When you stay with us, you become more than just a visitor - you become an integral part of the Maasai community.

Gather around our cozy fireplace for captivating storytelling sessions and mesmerizing stargazing experiences. Our camp holds a deep significance as it represents the very birthplace of humanity, where our remarkable journey began.

Situated just across the river, the Masai Mara National Reserve awaits, boasting the highest concentration of wildlife in the world. Here, you will have the opportunity to encounter the iconic Big Five and witness the awe-inspiring wonder of the world, the Wildebeest Migration.

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

Experience the epitome of luxury at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, where our exquisite tented rooms are meticulously designed to provide you with all the amenities necessary for a comfortable stay during your visit to the Maasai Mara.

Our versatile rooms can be easily configured to accommodate singles, doubles, or triples, catering to your specific booking needs. For families or larger groups, our spacious family tent is the ideal choice, offering ample space to comfortably accommodate between 4 and 6 guests.

Situated in the prime area of the Maasai Mara, Zebra Plains Mara Camp grants you easy access to exhilarating safaris amidst Africa's awe-inspiring wildlife. Immerse yourself in the captivating wonders of the Maasai Mara as you embark on unforgettable safari adventures from our remarkable location.

Luxury options:

Mara Sopa Lodge

Perched atop the Oloolaimutia Hills, Masai Mara Sopa Lodge stands majestically as one of the pioneering safari lodges within the Masai Mara National Reserve. This distinction is reflected in the lodge's beautifully landscaped gardens and thriving, well-established trees.

The architecture of the lodge pays homage to traditional African round houses, featuring characteristic conical roofs. Stretching along the hillside, the buildings create a harmonious line, with the expansive public areas and the central swimming pool leaving a lasting impression at the heart of the property.

Ashnil Mara Camp

Ashnil Mara Camp is superbly situated within the Masai Mara National Reserve, in close proximity to the renowned Mara River, celebrated for the spectacular wildebeest migration.

Our luxurious camp in the Masai Mara offers a prime location for exceptional game viewing, ensuring unforgettable wildlife encounters. At the end of an exhilarating day of game drives, our camp provides an idyllic setting to unwind and rejuvenate. Whether observing nature's wonders or simply relishing moments of tranquility, Ashnil Mara Camp promises an extraordinary experience.

Reaching Ashnil Mara Camp is convenient, with multiple transportation options available. It is approximately a 4-5 hour scenic drive from Nairobi. Alternatively, there are daily scheduled flights from Nairobi to the Masai Mara, with a quick 45-minute flight duration. For guests coming from the Mombasa Coast, a direct flight to our luxury tented camp takes just 2 hours, allowing for effortless access to this remarkable destination.

Ilkeliani Camp

Ilkeliani is an elegant oasis in the centre of the world famous Maasai Mara. The redesigned camp overlooking game-filled plains has stylish new tented suites, a selection of viewing decks, and a wealth of enticing activities. Dedicated to privacy and personal service, the team offers a sophisticated safari experience. The camp is small and intimate with a maximum of twelve ensuite guest tents.

Sarova Mara Game Camp

Sarova Mara Game Camp is ideally located in the heart of the Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya and offers a unique African safari experience for game viewing. The luxury safari camps include 12 Club Tents, 8 Superior Deluxe Tents, 52 Deluxe Tents with upgrades on some tents currently in progress, and 3, 2-bedroom Family Tents. All our tented accommodation is master ensuite while some Club Tents offer a spectacular view of the rolling Savannah plains,mini golf, sport fishing and a unique insight into the Maasai culture at the adjoining Maasai village.. The organic garden provides the freshest ingredients for our exceptional cuisine with bush dining options available.

Deluxe options:

Entim Mara

Entim has been meticulously crafted to offer you the warmest and most intimate luxury safari camp experience, ensuring you enjoy the ultimate wildlife adventure in the Masai Mara. Its exceptional location along the Mara River provides an unparalleled vantage point for observing and photographing animals throughout the year, with a particular emphasis on witnessing the awe-inspiring spectacle of the great migration. Over a million wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes embark on this remarkable journey from the Serengeti into the Masai Mara.

Thanks to its strategic placement, there's no need to rush out of the reserve before the gates close at 6:30 PM or endure long drives to reach wildlife hotspots. Entim is situated right in the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve, placing you in the midst of all the action. You can fully immerse yourself in the wildlife wonders without wasting precious time on travel, maximizing your safari experience to the fullest.

Karen Blixen Camp

Karen Blixen Camp embodies the essence of an eco-friendly luxury camp, evoking the spirit of bygone explorer days when the savannah remained largely untouched. In those times, elaborate and comfortable camps were meticulously established, offering a lavish and elegant haven to retreat to after each day's thrilling adventures.

Immerse yourself in the tranquility of this idyllic setting, where you can unwind and rejuvenate while relishing a refreshing drink. From this vantage point, you will be treated to magnificent views of the Mara River and the captivating sight of wildlife gathering at its banks to quench their thirst. It is the perfect spot to gather with fellow adventurers, sharing tales and creating lasting memories of the day's escapades.

Mara Crossings Camp

Mara Crossings Camp is an environmentally conscious and luxurious tented camp, situated in a distinctive position along the renowned Mara River. Nestled among indigenous shrubs, the camp offers a vibrant and rejuvenating atmosphere right at the edge of the mighty river. With its prime location, guests can immerse themselves in the wild and intimate experience surrounded by resident wildlife. This is an exceptional vantage point to witness one of the most famous fording points of the remarkable wildebeest migration.