3-Day Express Maasai Mara Safari
Overview
This 3-day express safari is tailored for those who want to witness the wonders of Kenya’s Maasai Mara in a short yet impactful trip. Ideal for business travelers, weekend adventurers, or as an add-on to a longer East African journey, this safari offers intense wildlife encounters, beautiful landscapes, and cultural highlights in just three days.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Nairobi to Maasai Mara – Welcome to the Wild
Depart Nairobi in the morning by road (approx. 5–6 hours) or by a short scheduled flight (approx. 1 hour). Upon arrival, check in to your lodge or tented camp and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, head out for your first thrilling game drive across the Mara’s rolling plains. Spot herds of elephants, prides of lions, giraffes, and possibly even leopards. Return before dusk for dinner and overnight at your camp or lodge.
Day 2
Full Day Game Drive – Search for the Big Five
Wake up early and set off on a full-day game drive with a packed picnic lunch. This is your chance to explore deep into the reserve, visiting the Mara River (especially during migration season) and keeping your eyes open for the Big Five. Your professional guide will track wildlife and share stories about the animals and ecosystem. Return to camp in the evening for a hearty dinner and some rest under the African sky.
Day 3
Morning Game Drive & Return to Nairobi
Enjoy a final early morning game drive—prime time to see predators still active from the night. After breakfast, begin your return journey to Nairobi by road or flight. You’ll arrive in the afternoon, marking the end of a short but unforgettable safari experience in one of Africa’s most famed reserves.
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All park entry fees and conservation fees
- 6 nights’ full-board accommodation
- Bottled drinking water throughout safari
- Transfers to/from airport
- International flights (to/from Tanzania)
- Visa fees ($50–$100 depending on nationality)
- Travel insurance & medical evacuation cover
- Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon safari in Serengeti)
- Tips and gratuities for driver-guide & lodge staff
- Personal items
- Pre/post accommodation in Arusha (can be added on request)
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