Kenya Safari Circuit • Maasai Mara National Reserve
3 Day Maasai Mara Safari from Nairobi
Big Five Kenya Safari Package for Travellers from the USA, Europe, Asia and Worldwide
Overview
This 3 day Maasai Mara safari from Nairobi is designed for travellers seeking one of the best Kenya safari packages for Big Five wildlife viewing, Great Migration season experiences, and classic East Africa safari landscapes. Explore the world-famous Maasai Mara with expert-guided game drives across vast savannah plains, search for lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes, and zebras, and relax in a premium tented camp after unforgettable days in the bush. Ideal for couples, families, honeymooners, photographers, and international travellers from the USA, Europe, Asia, and worldwide.
Why Choose This 3 Day Maasai Mara Safari
This safari is ideal for travellers who want a short but rewarding Kenya wildlife experience from Nairobi. It combines Big Five game viewing, scenic road transfers, tented camp accommodation and flexible safari planning for couples, families, solo travellers and international guests.
Trip Highlights
3 Day Maasai Mara Safari Price Guide
Our 3 day Maasai Mara safari from Nairobi starts from USD 650 per person sharing, depending on the season, accommodation category, travel dates and number of guests. Private safari upgrades, fly-in Maasai Mara options, honeymoon add-ons and luxury tented camp stays are available on request for travellers looking for a more personalised Kenya safari experience.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Your guide collects you from your Nairobi hotel at 07:00 for the scenic road transfer through the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at camp in time for a hot lunch. After freshening up in your private tent, your first afternoon game drive begins at 15:30 — prime big cat hour. Watch as golden light floods the plains and the first lions emerge for their evening hunt.
Activities
- Road transfer Nairobi → Mara
- Welcome camp orientation
- Afternoon game drive (15:30–18:30)
- Sundowner drinks in the bush
Rise before dawn for tea and depart into the reserve while the Mara is at its most alive. Spend the day tracking predators, elephants, and if travelling in season, the dramatic river crossings of the Great Migration. Picnic lunch is served in the wild.
Activities
- Sunrise game drive
- Full-day safari with picnic lunch
- Migration crossing search in season
- Optional Maasai village visit
Enjoy one final morning game drive for any last sightings before breakfast and check-out. Then begin the road journey back to Nairobi with scenic stops along the way, arriving late afternoon.
Activities
- Early morning safari drive
- Breakfast at camp
- Check-out and road transfer
- Nairobi hotel or airport drop-off
What's Included
Included
- Return road transfer from Nairobi (5 hrs each way)
- 2 nights luxury tented camp accommodation
- All meals — breakfast, lunch & dinner daily
- 3 game drives in a private 4WD safari vehicle
- Maasai Mara national park & conservancy fees
- Bottled water & soft drinks throughout
- Professional English-speaking guide
Not Included
- International flights to/from Nairobi
- Travel & medical insurance (mandatory)
- Hot air balloon safari ($450 pp — optional add-on)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips & gratuities for staff and guides
- Personal purchases & souvenirs
Frequently Asked Questions
The most dramatic river crossing season in Maasai Mara usually happens between July and October. Outside this period, the reserve still offers excellent year-round wildlife viewing and strong Big Five safari experiences.
This safari is ideal for couples, families, honeymooners, photographers, and international travellers seeking a short but unforgettable Kenya safari from Nairobi with classic wildlife viewing and comfortable camp accommodation.
Yes. Travellers from the USA, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and other international markets can book in advance and receive support with safari planning, airport transfers, accommodation preferences, and trip customisation.
Yes. Scheduled and charter flight upgrades to Maasai Mara can be arranged at an additional cost for travellers who prefer shorter transfer times and a more premium safari experience.
Pack neutral-coloured clothing, a warm layer for early morning game drives, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat, binoculars, a camera, and any essential personal items for your safari stay.
Plan Your Maasai Mara Safari from Anywhere in the World
Wiplan Holidays helps travellers from North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and other global markets plan smooth and memorable Kenya safari holidays from Nairobi. Whether you are searching for a private Big Five safari, a Great Migration safari, a honeymoon safari in Kenya, or a short East Africa wildlife holiday, we can customise this Maasai Mara itinerary to match your travel dates, budget, accommodation style, and preferred safari pace. You can also explore our Samburu safaris, Tsavo safari packages, and Diani beach holidays for more Kenya travel ideas.