Your safari begins early with a morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or the airport. Settle into your comfortable 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser and travel through the Great Rift Valley, pausing at scenic viewpoints for photos. Arrive at the Masai Mara in time for lunch at your lodge or tented camp. After settling in, embark on an exhilarating afternoon game drive, exploring the sweeping plains where lions stalk, elephants roam, and cheetahs scan the horizon. Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

2-Day Masai Mara Lion Encounters & Endless Savannah Safari Tour
Safari overview
Designed for travelers with a desire for rich wildlife encounters and a deep emotional connection to nature, this 2-Day Masai Mara Safari offers a powerful, time-efficient immersion into Kenya's most celebrated reserve. From sunrise-lit savannahs to thundering hooves of migrating herds, the Mara delivers extraordinary moments within a compact timeframe. Your journey begins and ends in Nairobi, featuring smooth transfers and full game drive experiences aboard a 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof - perfect for photography and panoramic viewing. Spend a night in a comfortable lodge or tented camp, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness. Ideal for travelers seeking a quick getaway, business trip extension, or first-time safari sample - without compromising on the magic and drama of the Masai Mara.
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Your detailed itinerary
Rise early for a sunrise game drive, when predators are most active and the plains come to life - your chance to spot the Big Five as well as giraffes, zebras, and hundreds of bird species. Return to your lodge for a late breakfast, then begin your drive back to Nairobi with scenic stops along the way. Arrive in the late afternoon for drop-off at your preferred location.
The journey on the map
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What Is Included
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)
- Big Five sightings in Kenya's most iconic reserve
- Wide-open plains, dramatic sunsets, and unforgettable wildlife action
- Travel in a premium 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof for the best views
- Opportunity to witness resident herds or seasonal Great Migration movement
- Authentic lodge/tented camp experience in the heart of the Mara
What Is Excluded
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Seasonal Rates Per Person
| Season Period | Solo Traveler | 2 People Sharing (Per Person) |
|---|---|---|
January - June | $995 | $612 |
July - October | $1,230 | $813 |
1 November - 20 December | $1,089 | $716 |
21 December - 3 January | $1,230 | $813 |
Prices are per person in USD and exclude international flights unless otherwise stated. Custom group discounts (4+ guests) and family interconnecting room rates are calculated automatically upon enquiry.
Safari essentials
Children policy
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 3 are free.
Starting dates
Can start any day, subject to availability
Availability
Limited Seats
Route
Nairobi, Kenya → Masai Mara National Reserve → Nairobi, Kenya
Important information
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 3 are free.
- Availability is limited, especially during migration season.
- Add-on experiences can be arranged on request (e.g., balloon rides, cultural visits, extra nights).
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