3-Day Masai Mara Big Five Safari Adventure
This 3-day Masai Mara safari is one of the most popular short Kenya safari tours, offering an incredible wildlife experience at an affordable cost.
Starting in Nairobi, you’ll travel by road through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, home to the Big 5 and one of Africa’s richest ecosystems.
Designed as a group joining safari, this itinerary allows you to enjoy shared game drives in a pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle, maximizing wildlife viewing while keeping costs reasonable.
With two days in the Mara, you’ll have ample time to explore its vast plains, spot predators, and witness unforgettable wildlife moments in a truly iconic setting.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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Budget-conscious travelers seeking a quality Masai Mara experience
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Solo travelers and couples looking for a group joining safari
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First-time visitors wanting to see the Big 5
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Travelers preferring a short, road-based safari adventure
Why This Safari Works
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Affordable group joining safari without compromising experience
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Two days in Masai Mara ensures excellent wildlife sightings
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Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
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Shared pop-up roof 4x4 enhances wildlife viewing
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Perfect for travelers with limited time
Tour Highlights
Scenic sight from Nairobi to Masai Mara
Game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
Big 5 wildlife viewing opportunities
Shared pop-up roof 4x4 jeep safari
Expert-guided game drives
Stunning African savannah landscapes
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
Not for single travelers
Single travelers cannot join this group tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age of 18 years
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Day 1
Nairobi → Masai Mara - Scenic Journey & Game Drive
Depart Nairobi early in the morning and travel through the Great Rift Valley with a stop at a scenic viewpoint.
Continue to Masai Mara, arriving in time for lunch at your camp or lodge.
In the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive in the reserve, searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife as the sun sets over the savannah.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Road transfer Nairobi → Masai Mara (~5–6 hours, ~270 km) in shared pop-up roof 4x4
Accommodation
Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Day 2
Masai Mara – Full Day Game Drives
Spend the entire day exploring the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives.
This reserve offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa, with opportunities to spot predators and large herds of herbivores.
You may opt for a full-day game drive with a packed lunch to maximize your time in the park and explore deeper into different regions.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Shared pop-up roof 4x4 game drives
Accommodation
Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Day 3
Masai Mara → Nairobi – Departure
Enjoy an early morning game drive to catch wildlife at its most active.
After breakfast, depart for Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon.
This marks the end of your memorable Masai Mara safari adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transport: Road transfer Masai Mara → Nairobi (~5–6 hours, ~270 km) in shared pop-up roof 4x4
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
| Month/Season | Solo - 1 Room | 2 People - 1 Room |
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| Mar 1, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026 | n/a* | $616 |
| May 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026 | n/a* | $638 |
| Jul 1, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026 | n/a* | $1,058 |