Exclusive 3-Day Masai Mara Safari Experience for $3200

Going on safari in the Masai Mara

Ready, set... safari! All you need to know

A typical day in the Masai Mara

Obviously when in Rome, you do as the Romans do... so when on safari in the Masai Mara, do as the local wildlife does. Most animals are early risers and like to set out for a meal long before the crack of dawn. Accordingly, most safari lodges offer early morning game drives giving you the best opportunity to catch a glimpse of as many animals as possible. Breakfast is either served before the drive, packed for along the way or can be enjoyed upon returning to the property. After a morning safari (which typically lasts two to three hours) you’ll have some downtime and can freshen up for lunch. After an afternoon nap, some light reading or spotting wildlife in the surroundins you may head back out for an evening game drive at dusk. Naturally it is not all work and no play, to add to your safari experience your lodge may surprise you with a chilled bottle of an excellent fine wine to sip during your sundowner. After an exciting day of safari in the Masai Mara a lovely dinner by campfire awaits. The perfect ending to the perfect day.

Masai Mara safari activities

Naturally the description above is just an example of what you can expect during your Masai Mara safari. Each safari lodge or tented camp in the Masai Mara offers its own program of safari activities. In addition to game drives you may have an opportunity to go on a guided nature walk, to take to the clear blue skies for a hot air balloon safari, to go for a bush picnic, to visit a local Masai manyatta (village) or to take part in other opti

There are two ways to travel to the Masai Mara after arriving in Kenya. If you’re looking for a fast and convenient way to travel, or just have a few days to spend in the area, your best option is to fly to the Masai Mara. Flying is a quick and comfortable mode of travel and is made easy through daily flight options to the various airstrips in and around the Masai Mara. The airstrip you fly into depends on which accommodation you plan to stay at. Flying time from Nairobi to the Masai Mara is approximately 40 – 45 minutes.

On the other hand, driving fom Nairobi to the Masai Mara can definitely add to the feeling of freedom and adventure. If you would like to do some sightseeing en route from Nairobi to Masai Mara or would like to save a dime on transportation, taking to the open road is the way to go. The downside to this is that the roads are notoriously rough and unreliable and the drive will take approximately six to seven hours. However, if it is an adventure you crave, driving to the Masai Mara top up on fuel if you pass by Narok, or if your road trip takes you on a different route, at Talek Village. Since you'll be traveling in unknown territory with few petrol stations, we recommend having an extra jerrycan of spare fuel in your vehicle.

Safari drives in Masai Mara National Reserve & conservancies

Once you reach the Masai Mara, a cornucopia of wildlife awaits. If you decide to stay at a lodge in one of the conservancies, your lodge will offer a variety of safari options. One of those could be day safari into the Masai Mara National Reserve proper. Please keep in mind that if you plan on staying at a lodge within the actual National Reserve, it will not be possible to do a day trip into a neighboring conservancy. Safaris within the conservancies are only possible for those staying at lodges within their boundaries.

Bush meals, sundowners and campfire dinners

Good food is the spice of life. Your culinary experiences during a safari in the Masai Mara will undoubtedly add to the unique and exotic safari atmosphere. Each of the safari lodges and camps featured on our site offers its own lovely selection of palate-pleasing cuisine prepared with local and seasonal ingredients. Whether you like to start your day in silence with a steaming cup of coffee while staring out across the champagne coloured African plains or prefer sitting down to a bountiful breakfast buffet in the company of fellow guests, each lodge offers something for everyone.

While you’re out and about, most accommodations offer a packed lunch filled with tasty surprises to compliment your safari in the wild. As the sun begins to set, it’s the perfect time for a sundowner (simply put, the Masai Mara’s happy hour). While you sip on your favorite drink or cocktail, and nibble on some tasty snacks, you can dreamily watch the sun disappear beneath the horizon in a gorgeous display of fiery golds and reds. At the end of the day, a fireside dinner awaits. The glow of lantern-lit trees and the star-studded sky above only add to the ambiance and make these dinners something to look back upon with a smile for a very long time to come.

Special meal arrangements

Safari lodge staff in the Masai Mara generally go out of their way to make your stay pleasant and memorable. So, if by chance you have special dietary requirements, simply make sure you inform the lodge of this. Their chefs will ensure that they provide you with meals that take your diet into account.

What to pack for your Masai Mara safari?

Much like when travelling to any other destination, when packing for the Masai Mara – less is more. If you're flying into the Masai Mara, keep in mind that you’re only allowed up to twenty kilograms of luggage (preferably softshell travel bags) on domestic charter flights. Base your packing on the length of your stay and your destination, but here are few pointers.

Safari must-haves and leave-at-home’s

Leave your brightly coloured statement items at home and choose instead to pack clothes in muted, unders

It may seem like a good idea, but please leave your camo-wear at home. Wearing camouflage or military-themed clothes is considered inappropriate in the Masai Mara and could lead to you being questioned by

High-quality insect repellent. Your best friend against mosquitos and malaria.

BYOB – bring your own bottle for water. Your lodge will have these as well, but to limit the use of plastic bottles and make your stay eco-friendlier, bring your own.

Taking picture-perfect safari snapshots

There are few things more rewarding than getting the perfect picture atjust the right moment. A lioness sprinting after her prey, a family of warthogs crossing in front of your safari jeep, a giraffe nibbling on some fresh green leaves; these are the pictures you’ll want to be able to look through in the years following your trip. Here are a few tips for taking the best possible pictures during your safari in theMasai Mara.

We recommend using a (digital)ill work nicely and you should be able to get most objects in range. Take care to prote

Day 1: Arrival and First Game Drive

Your safari begins with a scenic flight from Wilson Airport at 10:00hrs, arriving in Masai Mara around 11:00hrs. Upon arrival, you will be greeted at the airstrip and transferred to the iconic Governors’ Camp, enjoying an exciting game drive along the way. Settle into your luxurious tented accommodation, with a delicious lunch at the camp. After a short break, the adventure continues with an afternoon game drive starting at 16:00hrs, as you explore the diverse wildlife and stunning scenery of the Masai Mara. The day ends with a mouth-watering dinner around 18:30hrs.

Stay: Governors’ Camp

Meals: Lunch, and Dinner