From Nairobi: 2 Days Maasai Mara Group Safari in 4WD Jeep 2 Days Maasai Mara Private safari
ID: GYG1234905-O-1899050
Category:
Country: Kenya
Duration:
2 days
Description
2-day group safari from Nairobi to the iconic Maasai Mara. Enjoy Rift Valley views, a sunset game drive and free pickup/drop-off in Nairobi CBD & Westlands.
Day 1: Nairobi → Maasai Mara
Begin your adventure with a morning pickup from Nairobi CBD or Westlands. Meet fellow travelers and depart for the Maasai Mara, driving through the scenic Great Rift Valley with photo stops along the way.
Arrive in the Mara early afternoon and check in to your camp. After lunch and a short rest, embark on an evening game drive from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, widely regarded as the best wildlife viewing window of the day.
As the sun dips low, explore the endless plains in search of lions preparing for the hunt, elephants moving toward water points, towering giraffes, zebras, and countless plains game. Capture breathtaking sunset photos before returning to camp for dinner and a relaxed evening surrounded by nature.
Option for Private
Start your day with an early pickup from your location, scheduled between 5:30 AM. As you set off on this amazing journey, travel through the breathtaking Rift Valley, a renowned geological marvel that offers stunning views of the valleys below.
Make a stop at Narok Town to grab some snacks for lunch, ensuring you’re well-prepared for an exciting day ahead. By 11:00 AM, reach the Masai Mara Game Reserve, ready to immerse yourself in the wild.
Embark on an exhilarating game drive, getting up close with the diverse wildlife that inhabits this iconic reserve. Spend the next 7 hours exploring the expansive plains of the Mara, where you might spot everything from the graceful Masai giraffes and playful baboons to the curious warthogs, stealthy bat-eared foxes, grey jackals, and elusive spotted hyenas.
See herds of topis, impalas, and hartebeests, along with large groups of wildebeests, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and hippos. Lions are often seen lounging after a meal or keeping a vigilant watch over the plains as they search for their next meal. While cheetahs and leopards are more difficult to spot, they can also be found in this vast landscape, adding an extra thrill to your safari.
Day 2: Maasai Mara → Nairobi
Wake up to the sounds of the wild and enjoy breakfast with sweeping views of the savannah. Spend the morning soaking in the peaceful Mara atmosphere—perfect for photography, relaxing at the camp, or simply reflecting on the adventure.
Later in the morning, depart the Maasai Mara and travel back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon with drop-off at Nairobi CBD or Westlands—just in time to relive your safari moments and share them with the world.
Highlights
- Short 2-day Group safari from Nairobi to the famous Maasai Mara
- Evening game drive during peak wildlife activity hours
- Perfect for travelers seeking an authentic Mara experience in limited time
- Chance to see the Big Cats, elephants, giraffes, and plains game
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Transport in a Modern customized 4WD Jeep with a open-roof for game viewing and photography
- Full board meals ( Vegetarians and halal food available )
- Hotel pickup and drop-off city center/ Westlands
- 1 Nights in a Self contained budget accommodation with bathroom, hot water and wall sockets.
- 1 game drives in Maasai Mara (Day 1 evening game drive )
- Expert English-speaking local guide with years of Maasai Mara experience
- Guaranteed daily departures on this safari
- Bottled water while on safari
NOT INCLUDED
- Park fees are payable separately as per government rates (no hidden charges).
- Park entry fee $100 - Effective from 1 January – 30 June (low seasons);200 USD per person from July 1 to December 31 per person.
- Kids (USD 50 per day from January to December- 8 yrs to 17 yrs, below 8 yrs is free of charge
- Maasai Village
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.