3-Day Ultimate Kenya Safari Tour for Wildlife Lovers
This 3-day Kenya safari tour is designed for travelers who want maximum wildlife encounters in a short, unforgettable journey. From the moment you leave Nairobi, the landscape transforms into rolling savannahs, guiding you into the heart of the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve—one of Africa’s richest ecosystems and home to the iconic Big 5 safari experience in Kenya.
Over three days, you’ll immerse yourself in thrilling game drives across open plains where lions rule, elephants roam freely, and cheetahs sprint across the horizon. This is more than a short safari—it is a concentrated wildlife story, crafted for those who want to feel the wild deeply, even within limited time.
Your journey ends with a scenic flight back to Nairobi, giving you a breathtaking aerial farewell to the Mara’s endless wilderness.
✨Availability is limited, especially for flights and lodges — reach out today to check availability.
✨If this itinerary isn’t your perfect match, we’ll happily tailor it to your needs.
✨Add-on experiences can be arranged on request (e.g., balloon rides, cultural visits, extra nights).
Tour Highlights
Seamless Kenya Big 5 safari experience in Maasai Mara
Scenic road journey from Nairobi into the Great Rift Valley landscapes
Two full game drive days in the Maasai Mara National Reserve
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Day 1
Nairobi → Maasai Mara (Road Transfer) + Afternoon Game Drive
Your journey begins in Nairobi as you depart early morning in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle. The drive takes approximately 5–6 hours, passing through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley with scenic stopovers along the way.
Upon arrival in Maasai Mara, you check in and enjoy lunch before heading straight into your first afternoon game drive. This is your first real encounter with the wild—herds of wildebeest, grazing zebras, and possibly your first sighting of lions resting under acacia trees.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Private 4x4 safari vehicle (Road transfer Nairobi → Maasai Mara)
Accommodation
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Day 2
Full-Day Maasai Mara Big 5 Safari Experience
After breakfast, you set out for a full-day exploration of the Maasai Mara—one of Africa’s premier Big 5 safari destinations in Kenya. The day unfolds across vast savannahs where predators and prey coexist in a raw, natural rhythm.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild as you continue tracking wildlife throughout the reserve. Your guide will position you in prime locations for elephants, lions, cheetahs, and possibly elusive leopards. Every moment feels like a scene from a nature documentary unfolding live before your eyes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: 4x4 safari vehicle (Full-day game drive)
Accommodation
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Day 3
Morning Game Drive → Flight to Nairobi
Wake up early for a final morning game drive, when predators are most active and the golden light paints the plains beautifully. This is your last chance to absorb the magic of the Maasai Mara before departure.
After brunch or breakfast (depending on timing), you transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight from Maasai Mara to Nairobi (Wilson Airport), approximately 45–60 minutes. As you fly over the savannah, you witness the vastness of Kenya’s wilderness from above—a perfect farewell to your safari journey.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transport: Game drive vehicle + Flight Maasai Mara → Nairobi
Accommodation
End Of Tour (No Accommodation)
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
Landcruiser rates per Person
| Month/Season | Single | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 People |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January to June | 1781 | 1280 | 1160 | 1064 | 1035 | 992 |
| July - October | 2211 | 1572 | 1498 | 1356 | 1355 | 1285 |
| November - December 20th | 2244 | 1673 | 1576 | 1458 | 1442 | 1386 |
| 21st December - January 1st | 2244 | 1673 | 1576 | 1458 | 1442 | 1386 |
Tour Van rates per Person
| Month/Season | Single | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January - June | 1540 | 1159 | 1079 | 1004 | 987 | 952 |
| July - October | 1970 | 1451 | 1417 | 1296 | 1307 | 1244 |
| November - December 20th | 2002 | 1553 | 1495 | 1397 | 1394 | 1346 |
| December 21st to January 1st | 2002 | 1553 | 1495 | 1397 | 1394 | 1346 |
