Kenya

3 Days, 2 Nights in the Maasai Mara – Private Kenya Safari with Lake Naivasha

A three-day private Kenya safari combining the scenic beauty of the Great Rift Valley, a Lake Naivasha boat ride and nature walk, and exciting game drives in the Maasai Mara. Discover Kenya's incredible wildlife, explore the Mara River ecosystem and enjoy a personalized safari experience with Zuru Tena Adventures.

Safari Details

Duration

3 days

Tour type

Private Luxury Safari

Difficulty

Easy / Moderate

Departure

Hotel / JKIA Airport

Return

Hotel / JKIA Airport

About This Safari

Discover the beauty of Kenya on a three-day private safari to the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, with a scenic journey through the Great Rift Valley and an exciting stop at Lake Naivasha. Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Travel through the spectacular Great Rift Valley, stopping at a scenic viewpoint before continuing to Lake Naivasha. Here, enjoy a relaxing boat ride and a nature walk, with opportunities to see hippos, fish eagles and Rothschild’s giraffes. After lunch, continue towards the Maasai Mara, arriving in time for an evening game drive. As the African sun sets over the savannah, look out for the wildlife that makes this reserve one of Kenya’s most celebrated safari destinations. Spend the following day exploring the Maasai Mara on a full-day game drive in a 4×4 pop-up-roof safari vehicle. With a packed lunch, you can spend more time exploring the reserve and searching for its remarkable wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffaloes. The experience also takes you towards the Mara River, where you can explore the river environment and observe hippos and crocodiles. On your final morning, enjoy breakfast before…

Safari Highlights

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    Private three-day Maasai Mara safari.
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    Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley.
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    Lake Naivasha boat ride.
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    Nature walk at Lake Naivasha.
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    Hippo and fish eagle viewing.
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    Rothschild's giraffe sightings.
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    Search for the Big Five.
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    Exploration of the Mara River ecosystem.
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    - Scenic return journey to Nairobi.

Safari Itinerary

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    Nairobi – Lake Naivasha – Maasai Mara

    Begin your adventure with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

    Drive through the Great Rift Valley, stopping at a scenic viewpoint to enjoy the spectacular landscapes and take photographs.

    Continue to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride and nature walk, where you may encounter hippos, fish eagles and Rothschild's giraffes. After lunch, proceed towards the Maasai Mara.

    • Meals: Lunch, Supper
    • Accommodation: Pridelhn Mara Camp (or Alternative Choice subject to availability).
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    Full-Day Maasai Mara Game Drive

    Begin your adventure with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

    Drive through the Great Rift Valley, stopping at a scenic viewpoint to enjoy the spectacular landscapes and take photographs.

    Continue to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride and nature walk, where you may encounter hippos, fish eagles and Rothschild's giraffes. After lunch, proceed towards the Maasai Mara, arriving in time for an evening game drive.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Supper
    • Accommodation: Pridelhn Mara Camp (or Alternative Choice subject to availability).
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    Maasai Mara - Nairobi

    Wake up to the sounds of the Mara and enjoy breakfast at camp.

    Begin your return journey to Nairobi through the scenic Great Rift Valley. Arrive in the late afternoon for drop-off at your preferred Nairobi hotel or airport, marking the end of your safari.

    • Meals: Breakfast

What's Included

  • Airport Transfers
  • Private safari transport in a 4x4 pop-up-roof vehicle.
  • Professional driver-guide.
  • Two nights' accommodation at the advertised camp.
  • Meals as specified in the final accommodation and safari arrangement.
  • - Return transfer to Nairobi hotel or airport.

What's Excluded

  • International and domestic flights.
  • Visa fees and travel documentation.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Additional activities(such as hot air balloon) not included in the agreed itinerary.
  • - Any services not expressly listed in the final quotation.

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Safari Route

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I see the Big Five?

The Maasai Mara is home to lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and rhinos. Sightings depend on wildlife movements and natural conditions, so encounters with all five cannot be guaranteed.

Can I witness the Great Migration?

The best-known migration period in the Maasai Mara is July to October. However, migration movements and river crossings are unpredictable. This three-day itinerary offers a wildlife experience but does not guarantee a river crossing.

Is this a private safari?

Yes. The package is advertised as a private safari. Confirm the vehicle-sharing arrangements when requesting your quotation.

What type of vehicle is used?

A 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof is specified for the full-day game drive.

Are airport transfers available?

Yes. The itinerary includes pickup from JKIA or your Nairobi hotel and drop-off at your Nairobi hotel or airport.

Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. Zuru Tena Adventures can discuss adjustments based on your interests, travel dates, accommodation preferences and budget.

How do I book this safari?

Contact Zuru Tena Adventures through WhatsApp, email or our website. Share your travel dates, number of travellers and preferences so we can prepare a quotation.

Climate and weather

The Maasai Mara experiences a generally mild to warm climate, with cooler mornings and evenings. Weather conditions can vary depending on altitude, season and location.

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