Mara Discovery Safari
2 Days ยท 1 Park ยท Mara Discovery Safari

Mara Discovery Safari

A quick-start adventure into the heart of Kenya's busiest ecosystem - lion, wildebeest and zebra on the golden plains of the Masai Mara.

Nairobiโ—Masai Maraโ—Nairobi
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1 ParkMasai Mara National Reserve
Every SaturdayScheduled departure
Big FiveLion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino
2 DaysA quick Mara discovery
Why This Route

Kenya's most popular park, in a quick two days

Throughout the world, the words Masai Mara mean wildlife adventure on the broad plains of this golden park - a density of lion, wildebeest and zebra in an unparalleled display.

We leave early for a quick start on game drives through the sprawling Mara lands, taking in the African sunrise over Rift Valley towers and immense horizons in your own private 4x4 jeep.

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Day Program

Your day-by-day itinerary

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Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 1

Nairobi → Masai Mara National Reserve

250-300km, 5-6 Hour DriveMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5:00am pickup from the location of your choice. We pause for a breakfast break in the town of Narok, passing homesteads and Maasai herdsmen along the way, arriving at the park around 10:30am.

The park's vast expanse opens up - rolling hills and savannah, one of the richest ecosystems in the world. Game drives track the big cats plus elephant, leopard, buffalo and giraffe, with a picnic lunch down at the Mara River. After more afternoon game drives, we freshen up at the lodge for dinner and the evening's activities.

Your Property ยท Night 1

Choose Your Masai Mara Accommodation

๐Ÿ“ Masai Mara National Reserve & adjacent private wildlife sanctuaries, Kenya
โ—† Comfort Mara Sopa Lodge default Comfort tier
Currently Selected
Mara Sopa Lodge [dummy]

๐Ÿ“ Masai Mara ecosystem

Downgrade option: economy tented camps and lodges keep the same game-drive access at a lower nightly rate.
โ— EconomyMara Chui Camp
Mara Chui Camp
Masai Mara ecosystem
-$45 vs. default
โ— EconomyElangata Olerai Camp
Elangata Olerai Camp
Masai Mara ecosystem
-$50 vs. default
โ— EconomyJambo Mara Safari Lodge
Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Masai Mara ecosystem
-$40 vs. default

Also available: Olorien Mara Camp, Mara Duma Camp.

โ—† ComfortMara Sopa Lodge
Mara Sopa Lodge (default)
Masai Mara ecosystem
Included in base price
โ—† ComfortMara Simba Lodge - Lodge Rooms
Mara Simba Lodge - Lodge Rooms
Masai Mara ecosystem
Similar price to default
โ—† ComfortBasecamp Masai Mara
Basecamp Masai Mara
Masai Mara ecosystem
+$20 vs. default

Also available: Mara Leisure Camp, Sentrim Mara Camp, Prideinn Mara Camp, Osero Camp, Enkorok Mara Camp, AA Mara Lodge, La Maison Royale Mara Camp, Mara River Lodge, Sekenani Camp, Olengoti Eco Safari Camp, Julia's River Camp, Mara Big Five Camp, Mara Sweet Acacia Lodge, Ol Kinyei Mara Tented Camp, Mara Kimana Camp.

Upgrade option: luxury lodges and deluxe tented camps offer more spacious suites, premium dining and dedicated game-viewing decks.
โ˜… LuxuryMara Serena Safari Lodge
Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Masai Mara ecosystem
+$180 vs. default
โ˜… LuxurySarova Mara Camp - Deluxe tents
Sarova Mara Camp - Deluxe tents
Masai Mara ecosystem
+$210 vs. default
โ˜… LuxuryKeekorok Lodge
Keekorok Lodge
Masai Mara ecosystem
+$160 vs. default
โ˜… LuxuryFig Tree Camp - Ngamboli Tents
Fig Tree Camp - Ngamboli Tents
Masai Mara ecosystem
+$195 vs. default

Also available: Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Kandili Camp, Naserian Mara Camp, Emayian Camp, Mara Simba โ€“ Tent Rooms, Mara River Camp, Mara Siria Camp, Mara Maisha Camp, Matira Bush Camp, Loyk Mara Camp, Enchipai Mara Camp, Kilima Camp Mara.

Same-brand upgrade: Sarova Mara Camp's Club Tents are the Superior Luxury tier of the same property offered above in Luxury (Deluxe Tents) - a familiar brand, elevated.
โ™ฆ Superior LuxurySarova Mara Camp - Club tents
Sarova Mara Camp - Club tents
Masai Mara ecosystem ยท Sarova family
+$340 vs. default
โ™ฆ Superior LuxuryOlare Mara Kempinski Camp
Olare Mara Kempinski Camp
Olare Motorogi Conservancy
+$480 vs. default
โ™ฆ Superior LuxuryandBeyond Kichwa Tembo Camp
andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Camp
Masai Mara ecosystem
+$420 vs. default
โ™ฆ Superior LuxuryFairmont Mara Safari Club
Fairmont Mara Safari Club
Masai Mara ecosystem
+$395 vs. default

Also available: Karen Blixen Camp, Mara Intrepids Camp, Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp, Mara Eden Safari Camp, Ashnil Mara Camp, Mara Crossings Camp, Saruni Mara Camp, Porini Mara Camp, Entumoto Safari Camp, Kicheche Mara Camp, Mara Bushtop Luxury Camp, Entim Mara Camp, Mara Explorer Camp, Sroi Mara Bush Camp, Basecamp Eagle View Camp, Saruni Leopard Hill Camp, Governors Camp Mara. Accommodations marked with a * attract a supplement - your tour consultant will advise on the value.

Afternoon game drives already included today.
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Day 2

Masai Mara National Reserve → Nairobi

5-6 Hour DriveMeals: Breakfast, Lunch

An early rise to see the wildlife entering the awakening day, with the golden morning light playing on the park's hills. Breakfast follows, then a final game drive as we exit the park.

Optional hot air balloon safari and Maasai village visit available before we depart. On the way back to Nairobi, we take breaks to admire the towering escarpments of the Great Rift Valley, arriving back in the early evening.

Buy Extra Experiences - Day 2
Maasai Village Cultural Visit +$25
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Safari +$460
Your Safari Includes

Everything handled, nothing hidden

Nairobi hotel/residence pickup and drop-off, transport in a customized 4x4 pop-up-top Land Cruiser jeep, an experienced English-speaking driver-guide, your choice of economy/comfort/luxury lodges or tented camps, park entrance fees, all meals on safari, bottled drinking water, government taxes, and Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover.

Not included: bottled/soft drinks beyond water, items of a personal nature, and tips. Maasai village visit ($25pp) and hot air balloon safari ($460pp) are optional add-ons.

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Sample Pricing

Per person, sharing a double/twin en-suite room

All safari prices are listed by season, number of persons and comfort tier. Pick a package tier below to add its price to your Trip Summary.

Group SizeEconomyComfortLuxury
1 person (solo)$975$1,050$1,090
2 persons$680$725$750
3 persons$595$640$665
4 persons$550$600$615
5 persons$530$575$585
6-7 persons$510$560$570
Single Room Supplement$45$50$100

Shoulder A season: 3 Jan โ€“ 31 Mar, and 1 โ€“ 15 June.

Group SizeEconomyComfortLuxury
1 person (solo)$1,215$1,290$1,405
2 persons$915$985$1,040
3 persons$830$900$955
4 persons$785$860$910
5 persons$765$830$880
6-7 persons$745$815$865
Single Room Supplement$45$50$100

Shoulder B season: 1 Nov โ€“ 22 Dec.

Group SizeEconomyComfortLuxury
1 person (solo)$1,385$1,530$1,735
2 persons$1,030$1,175$1,250
3 persons$935$1,080$1,155
4 persons$885$1,030$1,110
5 persons$860$1,000$1,080
6-7 persons$840$980$1,060
Single Room Supplement$65$80$195

Peak season: 16 June โ€“ 31 Oct, and 23 Dec โ€“ 2 Jan. Christmas and festive supplements apply on selected hotels.

Group SizeEconomyComfortLuxury
1 person (solo)$875$985$1,020
2 persons$600$710$735
3 persons$520$630$660
4 persons$485$595$620
5 persons$460$570$600
6-7 persons$445$555$580
Single Room Supplement$45$50$555

Low season: 1 Apr โ€“ 31 May. Easter supplements apply on selected hotels over the Easter weekend.

Easter Supplement: $35/$45/$80 for Economy/Comfort/Luxury (per person per night). Christmas/New Year Supplement (Dec 25, 26, 31, Jan 1): $35/$45/$80 for Economy/Comfort/Luxury (per person per night). Children under 3: free. Children 3-11: 75% of adult rate. Children 12 and above are treated as adults.

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