5 Days Nairobi & Maasai Mara Safari – Urban Wilderness Meets the Wild Savannah

Tour Description:

Experience the best of both worlds on this 5 days  safari combining Nairobi’s urban wilderness with the wild expanse of the Maasai Mara. Begin your journey with nature walks and birdwatching in the serene Karura Forest, followed by game viewing in Nairobi National Park—the only national park in the world located within a capital city. Then head to the iconic Maasai Mara Game Reserve for unmatched wildlife encounters and cultural immersion.

Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, families, and first-time safari-goers, this package offers a balanced itinerary of walking safaris, game drives, and cultural experiences while staying in comfortable, well-selected accommodations.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Nature Walk at Karura Forest

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional guide. After check-in at your Nairobi hotel, the safari kicks off with a guided nature walk at Karura Forest, a peaceful oasis within the city. Explore scenic walking trails, waterfalls, caves, butterfly spots, and a variety of bird species. This is a perfect soft start to your safari journey.

Activities: Guided walk, birdwatching, nature photography

Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel / Ibis Styles / similar

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Nairobi National Park – Game Drive in the City Wilderness

After breakfast, head to Nairobi National Park, where you can spot lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and more—all set against the backdrop of Nairobi's skyline. Visit the Ivory Burning Site, and if time allows, include a stop at the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage or the Giraffe Centre (optional, entry fee applies).

Return to the hotel in the late afternoon to rest or explore Nairobi’s cultural attractions such as the Nairobi National Museum (optional).

Activities: Game drive, optional elephant/giraffe visit

Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel / Ibis Styles / similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Nairobi to Maasai Mara – Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, depart for Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife reserve. Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley and stop at the viewpoint for panoramic photos. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive in the Mara, where you may see elephants, lions, antelopes, and possibly a leopard on the hunt.

Accommodation: Sopa Lodge / Zebra Plains Mara Camp / Mara Chui Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Full Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara

Spend the day on a full-day game drive across the Mara plains. Witness the Big Five and many other species like wildebeests, giraffes, zebras, hyenas, and more. If your travel falls between July and October, you'll witness the Great Wildebeest Migration—a natural wonder.

Visit the Mara River, home to crocodiles and hippos, and enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild. Optional activities include a hot air balloon safari or a Maasai village visit for cultural insights.

Accommodation: Sopa Lodge / Zebra Plains Mara Camp / Mara Chui Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Morning Game Drive – Return to Nairobi

After an early breakfast,  Check out and begin the return journey to Nairobi with en route lunch. You’ll be dropped at the airport or hotel in the evening, marking the end of your enriching safari.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Tour Highlights:

• Nature walks and birdwatching in Karura Forest
• Wildlife game drive in Nairobi National Park
• Spotting the Big Five in Maasai Mara Game Reserve
• Visit to Mara River, home of the wildebeest migration
• Optional Maasai cultural experience or hot air balloon safari
• Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley

What’s Included:

• Airport pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi
• All ground transport in a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof
• 4 nights’ accommodation in mid-range lodges or tented camps
• All meals as per the itinerary
• Karura Forest entry and guided nature walk
• Nairobi National Park entry fees and game drive
• All park entry fees to Maasai Mara
• Services of a professional English-speaking safari guide
• Unlimited game drives as per itinerary
• Bottled drinking water during game drives

What’s Not Included:

• International airfare
• Visa fees to enter Kenya
• Optional activities (Maasai village visit, hot air balloon ride, museum/centre fees)
• Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
• Tips and personal expenses
• Travel insurance

What to Bring:

• Light, breathable clothing for the day and warm clothing for mornings/evenings
• Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
• Sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen
• Binoculars and camera with extra batteries
• Reusable water bottle
• Personal toiletries and insect repellent
• Passport and photocopies of travel documents

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