Masai Mara 3-Day Jeep Safari from Nairobi & Big Five

Three days tracking lions, elephants and the Great Migration across Masai Mara

You're driven from Nairobi into the Masai Mara for three days of game drives across the reserve's savannah, tracking the Big Five and watching hippos and crocodiles at the Mara River. Meals and accommodation are included, along with park entry and all transport from the city. Small groups mean closer wildlife viewing and a guide who knows the animals' habits and where to find them.

Options for this experience

3 options

From US$ 1,020.55 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

Standard 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00 Guide in English Standard accommodation at Enkorok Mara Camp, Jambo Mara Camp or AA Mara Lodge. Jeep 4x4 tour with pickup included.

Economy 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00 Guide in English Economy accommodation at Miti mingi eco-camp, Lenchada Mara Camp or Mara Osirua Camp. Jeep 4x4 tour with pickup included.

Superior 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00 Guide in English Superior accommodation at Mara Sopa Lodge. Jeep 4x4 tour with pickup included.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Travel to Masai Mara and game drive

• Pick up from your place at 8:00am
• Depart to Masai Mara via Rift Valley viewpoint
• Stop for pictures
• Spot Mt. Longonot and lunch at Narok town
• Arrive and check in at tented camp
• Afternoon game drive in Masai Mara
• Return to camp for hot shower and dinner

Day 2: Full day game drive in Masai Mara

• Breakfast at camp
• Depart at 8:00am for extensive game drive
• Search for the Big Five animals
• Game drive to Mara River to see hippos and crocodiles
• Picnic lunch at Mara River
• Optional visit to Maasai village
• Return to camp for hot shower and dinner

Day 3: Return to Nairobi with lunch stop

• Breakfast and check out of camp
• Depart to Nairobi with lunch en-route
• Arrive Nairobi and drop off at hotel or airport

What’s included

• Your 3-day Masai Mara safari includes all park entrance fees, accommodation at a tented camp or lodge with meals for all three days, transport in a modified safari vehicle with daily game drives, and hotel or airport pickup and drop-off from Nairobi.
• Lunch is provided en route on day one and during game drives on days two and three.
• Hot water, electricity on schedule, and bathroom facilities are available at your accommodation.

Times

• Every day 07:00 07:30 08:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 6 2 private ›

Live guide English Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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Ages Adult (13 and older) · Child (2 to 12 years)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Low physical effort Public transport nearby Infants must sit on laps

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The experience

You're picked up from your Nairobi hotel at 8am, then driven west toward the Rift Valley viewpoint before heading into the Masai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes most of the morning (lunch stops in Narok town at noon), and by 3pm you're checking into a tented camp or lodge inside the park. That first afternoon, your guide takes you out on an introduction game drive to spot whatever's moving across the savannah: zebras, giraffes, warthogs, birds. You're back at camp by 6:30pm for a hot shower and dinner. The pace is deliberate, not rushed.

Day two is the real safari day. Breakfast at the camp, then you're out by 8am with a packed lunch, spending the full day tracking the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, elephant) across the rolling grassland. The Masai Mara has an extensive network of roads and tracks that lets you get close enough to photograph and watch behavior without disturbing the animals. Your guide knows where to look and what the animals are doing. Around 1pm you break for lunch, usually near the Mara River where hippos and crocodiles gather along the banks. If the Great Migration is happening (typically July to October), you'll see the river crossings: thousands of wildebeest and zebras moving through. After lunch, you're back out until evening. There's an optional visit to a Maasai village before you return to camp, though gratuities (around $15 per person) go to the community.

On the final morning, breakfast and checkout, then the drive back to Nairobi with lunch en route. You arrive at your hotel or the airport between 3 and 4pm. The whole 3-day Masai Mara safari is all-inclusive: park entry fees, accommodation with meals, transport in a modified safari vehicle, and hotel or airport pickup and drop-off from the city. Groups stay small, maximum 6 people, so the vehicle doesn't feel crowded and the guide can focus on what you want to see. Accommodation includes a bed, linen, towels, hot water on schedule, and electricity.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 12 years).

What animals will I see on a Masai Mara safari?

The Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant) are all present in the reserve. You'll also see zebras, giraffes, warthogs, hippos, crocodiles and many bird species. Sightings depend on timing and luck, but the park has one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Kenya.

When is the best time to see the Great Migration?

The migration typically crosses the Mara River between July and October. If you're visiting during those months, your guide will prioritize the river crossings where you can watch thousands of wildebeest and zebras moving through.

How long is the drive from Nairobi to Masai Mara?

The drive is roughly 5 to 6 hours, including a lunch stop in Narok town at noon. You're picked up at 8am and arrive at the camp around 3pm on day one.

What's included in the price?

Park entry fees, accommodation with meals, transport in a safari vehicle, hotel or airport pickup and drop-off from Nairobi, and all game drives are included. Gratuities for Maasai village visits (if you choose that option) are separate.

How many people are in each group?

Groups are kept small, with a maximum of 6 people per vehicle. This allows for closer wildlife viewing and more personalized attention from your guide.

Do I need to be fit for this safari?

The safari is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Most of the time is spent sitting in the vehicle during game drives. The main activity is watching and photographing wildlife from the jeep.

What kind of accommodation is provided?

You stay in a tented camp or lodge (your choice at booking). Accommodation includes a bed, linen, towels, hot water on schedule, and electricity. Bathroom and toilet facilities are inside the tent or room.

Can I visit a Maasai village?

Yes, there's an optional visit to a Maasai village on day two before returning to camp. A gratuity of approximately $15 per person is customary and goes directly to the community.

What if I'm flying in? Can I be picked up from the airport?

Yes, airport pickup is included. You'll be picked up at your specified time and transferred to meet the group before departure to the Masai Mara at 8:30am.

Is this a good safari for first-time visitors?

Yes, it's designed as an ideal budget safari for first-time safari-goers. The 3-day format covers the main wildlife viewing experiences, and the small group size and experienced guides make it accessible and engaging for newcomers.