This is deliberately our simplest package — one park, no additions, no second country, nothing to complicate what a first safari should be. If you want to know whether safari is for you before committing to something longer, this is where to start.
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival at Nairobi, then a flight or road transfer to the Maasai Mara, with an afternoon game drive on arrival.
Arrive Nairobi, Transfer to Maasai Mara
Accommodation Options
BudgetEnchoro Wildlife Camp
Mid-rangeSarova Mara Game Camp
LuxuryAngama Mara
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2
A full day across the Mara’s plains for lion, leopard and elephant.
Full Day Maasai Mara Game Drives
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3
A further day exploring different sectors of the reserve.
Second Maasai Mara Game Drive Day
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
An additional day, with the flexibility to chase specific sightings your guide has tracked.
Third Maasai Mara Game Drive Day
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5
A visit to a local Maasai village, followed by a final game drive.
Maasai Village Visit and Final Game Drive
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
A flight to Nairobi for your onward international connection.
Departure
Meals: Breakfast
Permits & Costs
| Maasai Mara conservancy/reserve fees | ~$100 per person per day |
| Maasai village visit | ~$25–$40 per person |
Who This Itinerary Suits
First-time safari travellers who want to properly experience the Mara without any additional complexity or cost.Tour Includes
- Travel in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof hatch
- Maasai village visit
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All accommodation per itinerary
- Meals as specified
- Mara reserve fees
Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Visas
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance