2-Day Heart of Masai Mara Safari -Budget

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Masai Mara & Game Drive

Your safari begins with a pick-up from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or your Nairobi hotel. After a warm welcome from your driver-guide, embark on a scenic 5-6 hour drive to the Masai Mara. Along the way, you’ll pass through the Great Rift Valley and small towns, offering a glimpse into local life. After a brief stop for refreshments, continue your journey to the Mara. Upon arrival, check-in at your lodge or camp and enjoy a delicious lunch. Afterward, head out for your first exciting game drive in the Masai Mara, renowned for its wildlife diversity, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino). The vast plains are also home to cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Your expert guide will provide insights into the local ecosystem. Afterward, return to your for a relaxing evening and enjoy a traditional safari dinner with scenic views of the Mara landscape. Overnight at the camp, surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Rhino Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Morning Game Drive & Departure

Wake up early for an exhilarating morning game drive, the best time to spot predators like lions and hyenas as they are most active in the cooler hours. The early light offers fantastic photo opportunities as the savannah comes to life. This drive provides a deeper connection to the wilderness and increased chances to encounter the Mara’s iconic wildlife. Afterward, return to your lodge for a delicious breakfast. You’ll then have the option to visit a Maasai village, where you can learn about their traditions, observe dances, visit homes, and buy locally-made crafts. Enjoy a late brunch before checking out of your lodge. Your guide will ensure a smooth check-out and assist with your luggage as you begin the 5-6 hour drive back to Nairobi. After a brief stop for refreshments along the way, you’ll arrive in Nairobi by late afternoon or early evening. If you have a return flight, you’ll be dropped off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.