Game Drives in Masai Mara

TKY102: 4 Days Private Tour of Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve - Nairobi

Tour Type: Private tailor-made tour, with expert English-speaking driver guide.
Vehicle: 4×4 pop-top roof land cruiser for safari.
Accommodation: Handpicked 4 stars camps.
Meals: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners.

Highlights:

Explore the world's most famous wildlife reserve, Masai Mara.
Look for the African Big Five: lions, buffalos, leopards, rhinos, and elephants.
Witness the spectacular sights of herds of wildebeests across the Mara River.
Admire the stunning views of sunrise and sunset on the vast grassland.

This trip can be customized to meet your individual needs!

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Day 1 Airport Pick-up in Nairobi & Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve

Safari Trip in Kenya

Upon landing at the airport, our local safari guide will pick you up and transfer you to the fabulous Masai Mara National Reserve. Along the way, you will have some stops to photograph the picturesque scenery. In about 5.5 hours, we will arrive and check into the luxury tented camp inside the reserve. If time permits, you may enjoy a late afternoon game drive.

Tips for Safari:
1. We suggest all travelers get vaccinated against Yellow Fever 15 days before departure, as there may be a risk of transmission in Kenya. And remember to pack some insect repellents to protect from mosquitoes.
2. Since only cash is accepted in remote areas in Kenya and there are nearly no ATMs in the natural reserve, please prepare enough Kenyan shilling (Ksh) in advance. When it comes to Kenya tipping, it is always appreciated but not expected. Generally, budget about Ksh 1,300 (USD 10) per person per day at the end of the safari, depending on how satisfied you feel about your guide.
3. Choose clothes whose colors are associated with nature, like khaki, green, and brown, as you can hide better to admire animals more closely.
4. For your safety, please avoid getting out of the car without your guide's permission, or leaning out of the window or groveling on the top of the vehicle.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp (4 stars)

Day 2 Enjoy a Full-day Game Drive in Masai Mara National Reserve

After a big breakfast, we will spend the whole day on a game drive in this vast expanse of savanna, looking for the African Big Five: lions, buffalo, leopards, rhinos, and elephants. In addition, you can see various species of birds playing at the banks of Mara River, as well as crocodiles and hippos. At noon, packed lunch boxes will be provided. After a full-day exhilarating safari, we will return to the camp for dinner.

★ Admire the Biggest Mammal Trek in the World - Great Migration of Wildebeests
From May to June, Tanzania enters the dry season, and millions of wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes migrate from Serengeti and cross the Mara River to Masai Mara to find the new grassland. During this period, you can witness the vast army of herbivores marching on the endless savanna. En route, these migrators need to be on alert for predators such as lions and leopards and elude crocodiles lurking in the river. If lucky, you can encounter a battle between these Masai Mara killers and wildebeests. To escape from most of the danger, the intelligent zebras always serve as the pioneers of the procession. They can lead wildebeests to find a safe point to cross the river and survive from their enemies.
► Note: The Mara River crossing of the wildebeests is the climax of the Great Migration, but it needs some luck to witness this thrilling scene, as we cannot control the pace and time of wildebeests’ migration. Guides in Masai Mara will share information about the crossing with each other, and our experienced guide will drive you to the river bank at once and occupy the best place, which can increase the chance for you to see the spectacular scene.

★ Our Strengths on Masai Mara Safaris:
1. 4×4 Pop-up Top Land Cruiser: Our vehicle offers a shelter safari experience. Its closed body with openable windows and roof can not only protect you from sunshine and dust but is convenient and safe for admiring animals. Compared to the minivan provided by some other operators, it’s more spacious and comfy. In addition, it can withstand the rigors of muddy roads and reach the top of steep slopes.
2. Accommodations: The hotel we booked for you is near the Mara River and very close to the zone where animals are active. So, it will leave you more time to explore the savanna. In addition, you can hear the roars of hippos and encounter small herds of wildebeests crossing the river near the camp.
3. We will provide you with an experienced guide and arrange an extended stay of up to 3 days in Masai Mara, which will increase the chance for you to see the spectacular migration.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp (4 stars)

Meet an Elephant during the Game Drive

Buffaloes in Masai Mara

Day 3 Another Full-day Masai Mara Game Drive

The third day will be scheduled for an early morning and a late afternoon game drives. We will set off early to admire sunrise over the savanna and find carnivores, such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs who are most active and are preparing to hunt. Besides, you can see large groups of elephants ambling across the beautiful savanna. As the sun rises higher, it will be scorching, and animals will nap in the shade. We will return to the lodge for lunch and take a short break.

When it is cooler, animals will wake up and roam on the grassland again. We will continue to enjoy an afternoon game drive then. It is the best time to spot the Big Five by the Mara River, where they will come for water. You can also encounter crocodiles taking sun baths on the shore and see zebras, baboons, giraffes, coyotes, warthogs, ostriches, and many other animals and birds. Get your camera ready, and you will not want to miss the stunning sunset of Masai Mara. Try to capture the silhouettes of acacia trees and animals together, which are regarded as the classic image of Africa.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp (4 stars)

Zebras in Masai Mara

Lions in Kenya

Day 4 Drive Back to Nairobi, Airport See-off

Today, we will transfer you to the Nairobi Airport for your departure flight, which takes about 5-6 hours. Wish you a pleasant flight home!

Actually, Kenya offers more than the Great Migration in Masai Mara. You can capture classic pictures of Kilimanjaro and herds of elephants in Amboseli National Park and trek to the top of Mount Kenya to see the equatorial sunrise. If you want to extend your vacation to other destinations in Kenya, please feel free to let us know, and we will be glad to assist you.

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This trip can be customized to meet your individual needs!

Tour Prices

Travelers	2-3 travelers	4-5 travelers
Jan-Mar, Oct-Dec	USD1669	USD1369
Apr-Jun	USD1449	USD1229
Jul-Sep	USD1979	USD1669

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Prices are per person on twin sharing.
If you are a group of 6 people or more, we will offer a more favorable price by your group size.

Price Includes

All park entrance fees.
Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary.
Services of English-speaking experienced driver/guide.
Drinking water station in your vehicle (bring water bottle).
Exclusive use of a 4x4 safari vehicle with RF radio to locate wildlife.
First aid kit & emergency number 24 hours.
All government taxes and levies.

Price Excludes

International/domestic airfare and visa fee.
Balloon safari and Masai village visit.
Easter, Christmas and New Year supplement.
Tips for driver/guide.
Personal insurance and expenses (laundry, drinks, etc.).

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