Best Private 3 Days Masai Mara Safari Itinerary From Nairobi

Overview (3 Days Masai Mara Safari)

This itinerary provides a balanced mix of adventure and relaxation while ensuring you experience the best of what the Masai Mara has to offer. The Masai Mara National Reserve is one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations, known for its diverse ecosystems and the Great Migration. This 3-day safari offers a chance to experience the rich wildlife, stunning landscapes, and the unique culture of the Maasai people.

For those who are anxious to see one of Africa’s most famous wildlife areas but are pressed for time, the 3-day Masai Mara Safari departing from Nairobi is ideal. The Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino) and the yearly Great Migration, which takes place from July to October, are among the many species that may be seen at Masai Mara National Reserve. This safari takes you through one of the most beautiful safari settings in the world and offers you a sense of Kenya’s rich wildlife and cultural history.

Detailed Itinerary: 3 Days Masai Mara Safari

Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara

• Morning: Depart from your hotel in Nairobi at around 7:30 AM. Enjoy a scenic drive that takes approximately 5 to 6 hours. Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for breathtaking views.
• Afternoon: Arrive in Masai Mara around noon. Check into your lodge or camp and have lunch.
• Game Drive: After lunch, embark on your first afternoon game drive from approximately 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Look out for the “Big Five” (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros) as well as other wildlife.
• Evening: Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: lunch and dinner

Day 2: Full Day in Masai Mara

• Early Morning Game Drive: Start your day early with a game drive from about 6:15 AM to 9:00 AM. This is the best time to see animals as they are most active.
• Breakfast: Return to your lodge for breakfast.
• Full-Day Game Drive: Head out for a full day of exploration with packed lunches. Visit different parts of the reserve, including the Mara River, where you may witness hippos and crocodiles.
• Evening: Return to your lodge by around 6:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Day 3: Masai Mara to Nairobi

• Morning Game Drive: After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive until about 10 AM. This is an opportunity to spot any wildlife you might have missed.
• Departure: Check out of your lodge and begin your journey back to Nairobi. The drive will take approximately 5 to 6 hours.
• Afternoon: Arrive in Nairobi by early afternoon. You will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your onward travel.

Meals: Breakfast

End of your 3 Days Masai Mara Safari

Inclusions (3 Days Masai Mara Safari)

• All meals as per itinerary
• Accommodation
• A private safari vehicle 4×4
• A professional driver/guide.
• Park entry fees.

Exclusions (3 Days Masai Mara Safari)

• Air tickets
• Tip and gratiuties
• Personal expenses
• Alcoholic drinks
• Anything not mentioned in the itinerary