3 Days 2 Nights Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari – Big Five & Spectacular Wildlife Adventure

3 Days 2 Nights Masai Mara wildebeest Migration Safari
3 Days 2 Nights

Overview

Discover the heart of Kenya’s wildlife on this thrilling 3-day safari to the Masai Mara, the epicenter of the Great Wildebeest Migration. This adventure takes you across endless golden savannahs, dramatic river crossings, and rolling hills teeming with wildlife. Experience Kenya’s iconic Big Five—lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos—while immersing yourself in the vibrant Maasai culture. From luxurious lodges to optional hot-air balloon rides, this safari offers both adventure and comfort, making it perfect for first-time visitors and seasoned safari lovers alike. Capture stunning photographs, witness wildlife in action, and create unforgettable memories in one of Africa’s most celebrated game reserves.

Itinerary at a Glance:

  • Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

  • Day 2: Full day game drives in Masai Mara

  • Day 3: Masai Mara to Nairobi Airport or Hotel

Itinerary

  • 07:00 Hrs: Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by your safari guide

  • Short safari briefing before departure

  • Drive through the Great Rift Valley with a stop at the viewpoint for photos of volcanic landscapes

  • Visit the historic “Smallest Catholic Church in the World,” built by Italian prisoners in 1942 (max 12 people)

  • Continue through Narok town, passing vast wheat and barley plantations

  • Arrive at Masai Mara lodge in time for lunch and relaxation

  • 16:00 Hrs: Evening game drive in Masai Mara National Reserve, spotting elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, warthogs, gazelles, and other wildlife

  • Return to lodge at sunset

  • Overnight: Masai Mara Lodge/Camp (Full Board – Lunch & Dinner)

  • Distance & Travel Time: Approx. 270 km – 5.5 hours

Day 2 :
Masai Mara
  • 07:30 Hrs: Breakfast at your lodge/camp

  • Depart for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch boxes in Masai Mara National Reserve

  • Safari guide coordinates with other guides to track wildebeest migration patterns (crossings not guaranteed)

  • Visit Mara River to spot crocodiles, hippos, and other wildlife

  • Search for elephants, lions, zebras, cheetahs, and if lucky, rare leopards or black rhinos

  • Picnic lunch under a tree in the savannah surrounded by zebras, gazelles, and wildebeests

  • Afternoon game drive en route back to lodge, arriving around 16:00 Hrs

  • Optional Activity: Hot Air Balloon Safari over Masai Mara for 1.5 hours with Champagne breakfast (USD 450 per person, all inclusive)

  • Dinner and overnight at Masai Mara Lodge/Camp (Full Board – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

  • 07:30 Hrs: Breakfast at your lodge/camp and check-out

  • Depart Masai Mara for Nairobi via Narok Town

  • Drive across vast Rift Valley plains with scenic views; watch for herds of gazelles

  • Ascend the rift escarpment and continue to Nairobi, arriving around noon

  • Enjoy a farewell lunch at the world-famous Carnivore Restaurant with a variety of meats: beef, goat, lamb, chicken, fish, turkey, crocodile, ostrich, camel, ox-balls, and desserts

  • 14:30 Hrs: Transfer to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for outbound flights

  • Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

  • End of services

Highlights

  • Witness the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara.
  • Spot the Big Five: lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos.
  • Enjoy morning and evening game drives across expansive savannahs.
  • Optional hot-air balloon ride over the Masai Mara at sunrise.
  • Experience Maasai culture and visit local Maasai villages.
  • Capture exceptional wildlife photography opportunities and breathtaking landscapes.
  • Stay in comfortable safari lodges or luxury tented camps for a premium experience.

Include/Excludes

  • Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary
  • Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) as specified on the Itinerary
  • All Safari Game Drives
  • Services of an English / French / Spanish professional and Experienced Safari Driver guide.
  • Vehicle & Driver guide’s Park Entry Fees Included in the Package
  • Pick up and drop off points before and after Safari
  • Complimentary 1 Liter of water Per person per day
  • Taxes & Levies included in the Package.
  • Emergency Air Evacuation by Flying Doctors (EXCLUDES Hospitalization & Medical Bills)
  • Either Your OWN Private Toyota Land Cruiser 4*4 OR Tour Van as agreed Upon.
  • Nairobi Accommodation NOT included in the Package
  • Drinks
  • Kenya Visa Fees
  • Extra activities (Hot Air Balloon Ride & Masai Village)
  • Tips for your Professional & Experienced Safari Driver Guide NOT included in the Package
  • Local and International Flights tickets NOT Included in the Package
  • Your Medical & Travel Insurance NOT included in the Package.
  • Laundry and items of Personal nature i.e drinks, Telephone calls e.t.c

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