Masai Mara Safari Tours & Packages
Choose a Masai Mara tour based on the number of days you have, how you prefer to travel and the type of accommodation that suits your plans. Our Masai Mara safari packages include short tours from Nairobi, fly-in options and longer itineraries that combine the Mara with other destinations in Kenya.
Each package has its own itinerary, accommodation and transport arrangements. You can compare the available options, check what is included and open an individual package to see its full day-by-day itinerary before making an enquiry.
Masai Mara Safari Tours
Our Masai Mara safari tours range from short stays focused entirely on the Mara to longer Kenya itineraries. The main differences between them are the number of nights, whether you travel by road or air, the accommodation level and whether other destinations are included.
2-Day Masai Mara Safari Tour
A two-day safari suits travellers with limited time in Kenya. The itinerary normally allows for travel to the Mara, an afternoon game drive, one overnight stay and another game drive before departure.
Road and fly-in options may be available depending on the package. Flying reduces transfer time, while travelling by road may suit travellers who prefer to keep transport arrangements simple or are continuing to another destination.
3-Day Masai Mara Safari Tour
A three-day safari tour gives you two nights in the Mara and a full day between arrival and departure. This gives you more time for game drives and makes the itinerary less dependent on what you see during a single afternoon or morning.
Three-day trips can work as standalone safaris from Nairobi or as part of a longer Kenya holiday. The individual package will show whether transport is by road, air or a combination of both.
4-Day and Longer Masai Mara Safaris
A four-day stay gives you additional game-viewing time and a more relaxed schedule. Longer trips can either spend more nights in the Mara or continue to another safari destination before returning to Nairobi.
Some longer Maasai Mara tours may include Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli or another destination depending on the route. These itineraries suit travellers who want the Mara to form part of a wider Kenya safari rather than being their only stop.
Road, Fly-In and Combination Packages
Masai Mara Road Safaris
Road safaris normally begin in Nairobi and continue to the Mara in a safari vehicle. The drive commonly takes around five to six hours, although weather, traffic and the location of your accommodation can affect the total journey time.
Travelling by road also works well for multi-destination itineraries. Instead of flying back to Nairobi, your safari can continue directly from the Mara to the next destination where the route allows.
Masai Mara Fly-In Safaris
Scheduled flights operate from Wilson Airport in Nairobi to several airstrips serving different parts of the Mara. A fly-in safari reduces transfer time and can be particularly useful when you have only a few days available.
After landing, you travel from the airstrip to your camp or lodge according to the transfer arrangements included in the itinerary. Game drives may then be provided through the accommodation or as part of the package.
Masai Mara Combination Safaris
Some Masai Mara safari packages include the Mara together with other destinations in Kenya. These trips can use road transport throughout or combine domestic flights and driving depending on the itinerary.
Combination safaris are particularly suitable when you have more days available and want to see different parts of Kenya in one trip. The individual package page will show the route and number of nights spent in each destination.
Accommodation Options
Accommodation can range from comfortable tented camps to mid-range and luxury safari lodges. The property included in your trip affects the overall cost, location and style of the safari, so it is worth comparing more than the number of days alone.
Some properties are located inside the Masai Mara National Reserve, while others are in surrounding areas or private conservancies. Each itinerary shows the planned accommodation, and alternatives can be discussed where they are available for your travel dates.
Masai Mara Safari Package Inclusions
Inclusions vary between itineraries, so check the individual package before confirming your trip. Depending on the safari you choose, the package may include:
Accommodation for the nights listed
Meals stated in the itinerary
Safari transport
Driver-guide services
Scheduled game drives
Reserve or conservancy fees where listed
Nairobi, airport or airstrip transfers
Domestic flights where specifically included
International flights, travel insurance, the Kenyan eTA, tips, personal expenses, alcoholic drinks, laundry and optional activities may be separate. Your itinerary and quote will show what is included in the trip you select.
Factors Influencing Masai Mara Safari Prices
The price of a safari depends on your travel dates, number of nights, accommodation level, number of travellers and transport arrangements. Camp location, reserve or conservancy fees, domestic flights and additional destinations can also affect the final amount.
Travel season is another factor because accommodation rates and availability change during the year. When comparing packages, check the full inclusions rather than relying only on a starting price, as two trips of the same length may include very different services.
Private and Tailor-Made Maasai Mara Tours
A listed itinerary can also be used as a starting point for a more personalised trip. Where availability allows, the number of nights, accommodation category, transport arrangements and additional destinations can be changed to suit your travel plans.
Private and tailor-made Maasai Mara tours work well for couples, families and small groups who want greater control over their itinerary. When enquiring, provide your travel dates, number of travellers, preferred safari length and whether you would rather fly or drive.
Choosing the Right Safari Length
Two days works when your time is very limited, while three days provides two nights and a full day in the Mara. Four days gives you a slower pace and more game-viewing time, while five days or longer makes it easier to combine the Mara with another destination.
When comparing Masai Mara safari packages, consider how much of each day will be spent travelling as well as the total duration. A shorter fly-in trip, for example, may provide more time in the Mara than a road itinerary of the same length.
