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4-Day Maasai Mara Short Break Safari

Maasai Mara National Reserve

4-Day Maasai Mara Short Break Safari

4 DaysDuration
EasyTrekking Difficulty
2–8Group Size
$1,950From, Per Person

A focused trip to Kenya’s single most famous reserve, giving two full game-drive days in the Maasai Mara rather than splitting time across multiple parks — ideal for travellers with limited time who still want a genuine, unhurried safari experience.

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1

Nairobi to Maasai Mara

Drive through the Great Rift Valley to the Mara, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive.

Accommodation Options
BudgetEnchoro Wildlife Camp
Mid-rangeSarova Mara Game Camp
LuxuryAngama Mara
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2

Full Day Game Drives

Morning and afternoon game drives across the Mara’s plains for the Big Five and, seasonally, Great Migration river crossings.

Accommodation

As above

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3

Full Day Game Drives, Optional Maasai Village Visit

A second full day of game viewing, with an optional visit to a local Maasai village for cultural insight into the community living alongside the reserve.

Accommodation

As above

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4

Morning Game Drive, Return to Nairobi

A final early game drive before the return transfer to Nairobi.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Permits & Costs

Maasai Mara park entry~$80 per person per day
Maasai village visit (optional)~$20 per person

Who This Itinerary Suits

Travellers with limited time who want a genuine, focused Mara experience rather than a rushed multi-park circuit.

Tour Includes

  • Travel in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof hatch
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • All accommodation per itinerary
  • Meals as specified
  • Park entry fees

Tour Excludes

  • International flights
  • Visas
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 4 days enough for a proper Mara experience?

Yes — with two full game-drive days, this gives genuine time to explore different areas of the reserve rather than a single rushed visit.

Can this be flown rather than driven?

Yes — scheduled light aircraft to the Mara cuts the transfer to under an hour, worth considering if you’d rather maximise time in the park.

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