Nairobi: Maasai Mara National Reserve Day Trip

Embark on a day trip from Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy a game drive, spot the Big Five, and have a picnic lunch in the heart of the reserve.
Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Nairobi to the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve. Witness Kenya’s most iconic wildlife and breathtaking landscapes, all in a single, action-packed day. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by wildlife in the heart of the reserve.

Begin your journey with an early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or residence at around 5:00 AM. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, perfectly suited for off-road adventures. As you leave the city behind, watch the sunrise over the rolling Kenyan plains, setting the tone for a day filled with excitement.

The drive to Maasai Mara takes approximately 5 to 6 hours, passing through the spectacular Great Rift Valley, where you’ll stop for a brief photo opportunity at a scenic viewpoint. The drive offers incredible views of the countryside and glimpses of local rural life along the way.

Arrive at the Maasai Mara National Reserve by late morning, just in time for your first game drive. Known for its vast open plains and remarkable concentration of wildlife, the reserve is home to the famous Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino) as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous bird species.

Your expert guide will lead you on a thrilling safari across the Maasai Mara’s savannah, where you’ll get up close with the park’s magnificent animals. Keep your camera ready, as this region offers some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in Africa. You may witness dramatic scenes of predator-prey interaction or spot a pride of lions resting under the shade of an acacia tree.

Around midday, stop for a picnic lunch in a designated spot within the reserve, allowing you to dine in the heart of the wilderness. Enjoy your meal surrounded by nature, with the sights and sounds of the Maasai Mara creating a truly unique atmosphere.

After lunch, continue your adventure with another exciting game drive. This is your chance to search for any animals you may have missed earlier and to enjoy the changing light of the afternoon, which often enhances wildlife sightings. Depending on the season, you might even witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River.

In the late afternoon, begin your journey back to Nairobi. As you exit the Maasai Mara, savor the last glimpses of this wildlife haven before settling in for the drive home. Return to Nairobi by approximately 8:00 or 9:00 PM, with drop-off at your hotel or residence.

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.

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.