Day 1: Nairobi โ Masai Mara National Reserve
Your journey begins with a transfer from your Nairobi hotel or the airport to Wilson Airport for your morning flight to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Upon arrival, youโll be welcomed and transferred to your camp in time for lunch and some rest. In the afternoon, you’ll embark on your first game drive across the golden savannahs of the Mara, watching for lions, elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife as the sun sets over the horizon. Dinner and overnight will be at your luxury camp, set in the heart of the reserve.
Accommodation: Amani Mara Camp
Days 2โ3: Masai Mara National Reserve
Spend the next two days fully immersed in the magic of the Masai Mara. After breakfast each morning, youโll set out with a packed lunch for full-day game drives. The Masai Mara is renowned for its incredible density of wildlife and sweeping landscapes dotted with acacia trees. You’ll track the Big Fiveโlion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoโwhile also encountering cheetahs, wildebeest, hyenas, and more. A visit to the Mara River is included, where crocodiles and hippos can be seen in their natural habitat. The diversity of wildlife and photo opportunities is unmatched. Return to your camp each evening for dinner and a restful night under the stars.
Accommodation: Amani Mara Camp
Day 4: Masai Mara National Reserve
Today offers more opportunities for adventure and discovery. After breakfast, youโll explore new routes in search of big cats and observe the daily drama of predator and prey in the open grasslands. Enjoy unlimited game drives across the reserve’s rich terrain, from wide plains to bush-covered hills. For an added experience, you may opt for a hot air balloon safari at sunrise or a cultural visit to a traditional Maasai village (both at an additional cost). In the evening, return to camp for your final night in the heart of the Mara.
Accommodation: Amani Mara Camp
Day 5: Masai Mara National Reserve โ Nairobi
On your final morning, rise early for a sunrise game drive, catching the last moments of wilderness magic. Afterward, enjoy breakfast back at the lodge before transferring to the airstrip for your return flight to Nairobi. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your hotel or at the airport, marking the end of an unforgettable Masai Mara safari adventure.