3 Days Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi | Big Five Kenya Tour

 3 Days Masai Mara National Reserve Safari from Nairobi – Big Five Kenya Tour

Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Departure City: Nairobi, Kenya

The 3 Days Masai Mara National Reserve Safari from Nairobi is one of the most popular short safari tours in Kenya. Designed for travelers already in Nairobi, this safari takes you directly to the world-famous Masai Mara, Kenya’s top wildlife destination, known for the Big Five, big cat sightings, and the Great Wildebeest Migration.

This safari is ideal for visitors looking for a road safari from Nairobi, weekend getaways, or first-time travelers seeking an authentic Kenya safari experience within a short time.

Why Choose This Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi?

• Easy pick-up from Nairobi hotels or airports

• Visit Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous park

• Excellent chances to see the Big Five

• High density of lions, leopards & cheetahs

• Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley

• Flexible itinerary guided by local safari experts

3 Days Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi | Big Five Kenya Tour

Safari Overview

• Country: Kenya

• Safari Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights

• Start Location: Nairobi City / Nairobi Airport

• End Location: Nairobi City / Nairobi Airport

• Park Visited: Masai Mara National Reserve

• Transport: Safari vehicle (road safari from Nairobi)

Short Itinerary – 3 Days Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi

• Day 1: Nairobi → Masai Mara | Afternoon game drive

• Day 2: Full day game drives in Masai Mara

• Day 3: Masai Mara → Nairobi

Airport & Hotel Pick-Up in Nairobi

We offer free pick-up and drop-off on the day of safari from:

• ✔ Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)

• ✔ Wilson Airport (WIL)

• ✔ Nairobi city hotels and residences

This makes the safari convenient for both international arrivals and travelers already staying in Nairobi.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara – Afternoon Game Drive

Your safari begins with a 7:30 AM pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or airport. Travel southwest through the scenic Great Rift Valley, one of Kenya’s most iconic landscapes, with a photo stop along the way.

The drive from Nairobi to Masai Mara takes approximately 5–6.5 hours. Arrive around midday, check into your lodge or tented camp, enjoy lunch, and then head out for an afternoon game drive.

Return to your accommodation by 5:30–6:00 PM for dinner and overnight stay.

Local Travel Note:
The final stretch to Masai Mara is on a rough road. Guests with back problems may prefer a fly-in Masai Mara safari from Nairobi.

Day 2: Full Day Game Drives in Masai Mara

Spend the day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve with your local safari guide.

You may choose between:

• A full-day game drive with packed lunch, or

• An early morning game drive (best for predator sightings), followed by breakfast and an afternoon game drive

This flexibility allows you to maximize wildlife sightings based on local conditions.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.

Day 3: Masai Mara to Nairobi

After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the early evening. You will be dropped off at your Nairobi hotel or airport, marking the end of your safari.

Optional Add-On:
A morning game drive in Masai Mara can be arranged at an extra cost (additional park fees apply).

Who Is This Safari Best For?

• Travelers staying in Nairobi

• Weekend safari travelers

• First-time Kenya safari visitors

• Couples, families, and small groups

• Short-stay business or conference visitors

Book Your 3 Days Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi

This 3-day Masai Mara safari from Nairobi offers unbeatable value, incredible wildlife sightings, and seamless local logistics.

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