On the number of days we have interacted with most of our clients, one of the key question that normally surround every safari is how many days do i need on a safari in Masai Mara?
Masai Mara is one of the greatest spots for adventure in Kenya, with lots of activities which include game drive safaris, hot air baloon safaris, great hotels & lodges, the 7th wonder of the world(Wildebeest Migration) among many others.
This makes the Mara to be on top of East Africa’s best safari destination.
In order to have the best of your Masai Mara safari, you should spend at least 4 days and 3 Nights of a safari at the great Masai mara.This will make you have to enjoy full scope of wildlife at the park, with at least 3 full game drives inside the park.Besides, you will have optimum time to relax while at the park due to the rough terrains while inside the park as well as the distance you will cover from Nairobi to Masai Mara if going by road.
Minimum Number of Days recommended to stay at the Masai Mara
At least you can spend 4 days at the Masai Mara in order to view good percentage of wildlife at the Masai Mara.Most of the time when the weather is ideal, you can see all the big five.Spending 4 Days at the Masai Mara means that there will be enough time to be on a safari, witness thousands of bird species and have great time to relax at your lodge.
Mara sopa lodge
Suggested 4 Days and 3 Nights Safari Itinerary
4 Days/3 Nights:Â Masai Mara Game Reserve
Highlights
Option 1:
- Masai Mara – 3 nights  Mara Sopa Lodge
- Mara – Drive back to Nairobi
Option 2:
- Masai Mara – 3 nights  Osero Mara Tented Camp
- Mara – Drive back to Nairobi
Option 3:
- Masai Mara – 3 nights Olmoran Tented Camp
- Mara – Drive back to Nairobi
 Activities: Game viewing, photography, nature walks sightseeing, birding, wildlife and cultural visits.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve (7 Hours’ drive)
Pick-up from the Airport or hotel  in the morning by our driver guide who will give you a detailed briefing of your safari, then depart for Masai Mara Game Reserve with a brief stop at the Great Rift Valley then proceed to Masai where you will arrive in time for lunch. Relax before an afternoon game drive from 4o’clock.
Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or Osero Mara Camp / Olmoran camp
Meals:Â Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Maasai Mara – Full dayÂ
Spend the whole day with game drives in search of the big five and many other wildlife that inhabits this beautiful savannah land. There will be picnic lunch at 1300hours. Afternoon game drives along the Mara River watching Hippos and crocodile and other wildlife.
Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or Osero Mara Camp / Olmoran camp
Meals:Â Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Masai Mara – Full Day
Rise up with the sun for your early morning game drive returning to the lodge/camp for breakfast.
12:30 Hrs Lunch at the camp
1600 Hrs: Enjoy your afternoon game drive ( 2 Hours0
1830 Hrs: Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Overnight at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge or Lake Nakuru Lodge
Meals:Â Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Masai – Drive back to Nairobi (7 Hours’ drive)
Check-out after breakfast and leave for Nairobi where you will arrive around lunch time, you will be transferred to the Airport to check-in for your onward flight .
Optional Lunch at the famous carnivore restaurant at an extra cost
End of safari!Â
Days to stay on Masai Mara safari on Budget
If you are on a lean budget and would still want to spend great time at the Mara, the good news is that all is not lost.You can still have 2 full game drives at the Mara and enjoy most of it.Also, you can opt to visit Masai Mara during the low season when the lodges are not crowded and enjoy your stay with the low season rates.
Alternatively, there are budget lodges within the Masai Mara where you can still enjoy your stay there, though there are amenities which you are likely to miss out when you choose those lodges and tented camps.
Should I visit Masai Village during my visit at the Masai Mara?
Based on the experiences we always get from our clients, i would highly recommend this chance of lifetime on visiting the Masai villages while on your safaris.
The Masai village is a traditional villages where the Masai community exhibits their daily ways of living in their day to day life.
This is a lovely experience and you would be fascinated with their way of living, their simple way of life as well as the women and their role in the society.
If you are planning to visit Kenya and would need any advice, please dont hesitate to reach out to us for guidance in regard to your anticipated safaris.
