3-Day The Famous Mara – Mid-Range Masai Mara Safari
The 3-Day The Famous Mara – Mid-Range Safari is one of the most popular Kenya safari tours for travelers who want to experience the legendary wildlife of the Masai Mara in a short but rewarding itinerary.
Starting from Nairobi, this safari takes you deep into one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserves where vast savannah plains support incredible concentrations of animals including lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos.
Over three days, you will explore the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, home to the iconic Big 5 and the dramatic Great Migration (July–October).
Even outside the migration season, the Mara offers year-round wildlife viewing with predators frequently seen during game drives.
The reserve’s open landscapes make it one of the best places in Africa to observe wildlife behavior and photograph animals in their natural habitat.
This mid-range safari is designed to balance comfort, affordability, and immersive wildlife experiences.
With accommodation in comfortable safari lodges or tented camps and transport in either a pop-up roof safari Landcruiser, travelers enjoy excellent game viewing while traveling efficiently from Nairobi to the Mara.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
This safari is ideal for:
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Travelers looking for a short but classic Kenya safari tour
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Couples or friends wanting a weekend wildlife escape
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First-time visitors to Kenya wanting to see the Big 5
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Travelers seeking a mid-range Masai Mara safari experience
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Photographers interested in open savannah wildlife viewing
Why This Safari Best
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Short but impactful itinerary covering Kenya’s most famous safari destination.
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Efficient travel from Nairobi making it perfect for limited travel schedules.
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Flexible transport with a pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
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Excellent wildlife density in the Masai Mara ensuring rewarding game drives.
Tour Highlights
Explore the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve
Big 5 safari game drives across the Mara plains
Scenic journey through the Great Rift Valley
Opportunity to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, and giraffes
Optional Maasai cultural village visit
Chance to experience the Great Migration (seasonal)
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
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Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi heading toward the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve.
The drive passes through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley where you stop briefly at a scenic viewpoint before continuing through rural Maasai lands toward the reserve.
Arrive at your mid-range safari lodge or tented camp in time for lunch and relaxation.
In the afternoon, head out for your first exciting game drive across the rolling plains of the Masai Mara where wildlife sightings may include elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and big cats beginning their evening hunts.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Nairobi → Masai Mara (Approx. 270 km / 5–6 hours) – pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 2
Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve
Today is dedicated to exploring the vast savannahs of the Masai Mara with extensive morning and afternoon game drives.
The reserve is known for its extraordinary concentration of wildlife, making it one of the best safari destinations in Africa for spotting the Big 5.
Your guide will track wildlife across different areas of the park including riverine forests and open grasslands where predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards are often seen.
If visiting during the migration season, you may witness massive herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the plains.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Game drives within Masai Mara – pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara to Nairobi
After an early breakfast, you may enjoy a short morning game drive as wildlife becomes active in the cool hours of the day.
This final safari experience offers a chance to spot animals you may have missed earlier in the trip.
Later, depart the Masai Mara and travel back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon where your memorable Kenya safari adventure concludes.
Meals: Breakfast
Transport: Masai Mara → Nairobi (Approx. 270 km / 5–6 hours) – pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
No Accommodations ( End of the tour )
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Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
| Month/Season | Solo - 1 Room | 2 People - 1 Room |
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| Mar 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026 | $1,390 | $990 |
| Apr 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026 | $1,300 | $930 |
| Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026 | $1,390 | $990 |
| Jun 15, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026 | $1,570 | $1,110 |
| Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026 | $1,870 | $1,410 |
| Oct 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 | $1,690 | $1,290 |
| Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 15, 2026 | $1,690 | $1,290 |
| Dec 16, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $1,870 | $1,410 |
| Jan 1, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | $1,390 | $990 |
| Mar 1, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027 | $1,390 | $990 |
| Apr 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027 | $1,300 | $930 |
| Jun 1, 2027 - Jun 14, 2027 | $1,390 | $990 |
| Jun 15, 2027 - Jun 30, 2027 | $1,570 | $1,110 |
| Jul 1, 2027 - Sep 30, 2027 | $1,870 | $1,410 |
| Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 31, 2027 | $1,690 | $1,290 |
| Nov 1, 2027 - Dec 15, 2027 | $1,690 | $1,290 |
| Dec 16, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 | $1,870 | $1,410 |
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