Day 2: Full Day Game Drives in Masai Mara

• Morning & Afternoon:

  • After an early breakfast, spend the entire day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. This is the prime time to witness the Great Migration, as millions of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River in a dramatic struggle for survival, facing predators like lions and crocodiles.
  • The Masai Mara is also home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino), as well as cheetahs, hyenas, and an array of bird species.

• Lunch:

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park or return to the lodge for a meal, depending on the game drive schedule.

• Evening:

  • Relax at your lodge or camp in the evening and enjoy a hearty dinner after a full day of safari adventures.

Accommodation: Mid-range or luxury lodge/camp in Masai Mara.

Day 3: Masai Mara Game Viewing and Optional Activities

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, continue with your game drives through the expansive plains of the Masai Mara. Explore different parts of the park to increase your chances of spotting diverse wildlife.

• Afternoon:

  • You can opt to take part in an optional activity such as visiting a local Masai village to learn about the culture and lifestyle of the Maasai people. Alternatively, enjoy a hot air balloon safari at sunrise, offering breathtaking aerial views of the reserve and the migrating animals below.

• Evening:

  • Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and relaxation.

Accommodation: Mid-range or luxury lodge/camp in Masai Mara.

Day 4: Masai Mara Game Drives

• Morning & Afternoon:

  • Another full day dedicated to game drives in the Masai Mara. Head towards the Mara River, where you’ll have a chance to witness the incredible river crossings, one of the highlights of the Great Migration. Watch as large herds of wildebeest and zebras attempt to cross the river while evading predators like crocodiles and lions waiting on the banks.

• Evening:

  • Return to your lodge or camp after a fulfilling day of wildlife sightings, and enjoy your last evening in the Masai Mara with a delicious dinner.

Accommodation: Mid-range or luxury lodge/camp in Masai Mara.

Day 5: Return to Nairobi

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive in the Masai Mara before bidding farewell to this iconic reserve. As you head back to Nairobi, keep your eyes open for any last wildlife sightings.

• Afternoon:

  • Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, where your guide will drop you off at your hotel or transfer you to the airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your Masai Mara Great Migration Safari.