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5 Days Maasai Mara Wilderness Immersion
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October 2026 – 2027 Season

5 Days Maasai Mara Wilderness Immersion

Nairobi 1N | Maasai Mara National Reserve 3N | Nairobi

5 Days / 4 Nights
From $1,685 per person
Private Safari (2 Adults / Custom Group Sizes)
Route: Nairobi (1N) → Maasai Mara National Reserve (3N) → Nairobi

Safari Overview

Fly or drive directly into the heart of Africa's premier wildlife sanctuary with an overnight arrival rest in Nairobi followed by three action-packed nights at Zebra Plains Mara Camp with full-day predator tracking and authentic Maasai culture.

Trip Highlights

  • Stress-free arrival with airport meet & greet and 1 night stay at Kozi Suites Nairobi
  • Three nights in luxury tented comfort at the acclaimed Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Two full-day game drives exploring the predator-dense Mara river loops and Musiara marsh
  • Exceptional opportunities for Big Cat photography: lions, cheetahs, and leopards
  • Authentic visit to a local Maasai community village to experience traditional pastoral life
  • Bush picnic lunches in remote wilderness corners away from crowded vehicle trails

Itinerary at a Glance

8 Days / 7 Nights Summary
DayDestinationAccommodationKey Activities
Day 1Nairobi Arrival
Kozi Suites Nairobi
Airport pick-up, meet & greet, transfer to hotel, safari orientation
Day 2Nairobi to Maasai Mara
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Scenic morning drive (6 hrs), arrival & lunch, Maasai village visit, evening game drive
Day 3Maasai Mara National Reserve
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Full-day game drive, Mara River hippo & crocodile pools, Big Cat tracking, picnic lunch
Day 4Maasai Mara National Reserve
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Full-day exploration across diverse ecosystems, predator stalking, golden hour sunset drive
Day 5Maasai Mara to Nairobi (Departure)
No accommodation (Departure)
Breakfast, check out, scenic drive to Nairobi (5-6 hours), airport or hotel transfer

Day-by-Day Detailed Itinerary

Every morning, afternoon, and evening mapped with care for an unforgettable African safari experience.

1

Day 1: Nairobi Arrival

Nairobi

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will meet our representative and be transferred to your Nairobi hotel for an overnight stay. Relax and prepare for your safari adventure.

Day 1: Nairobi Arrival photo 1
Morning

Arrival in Nairobi; VIP airport greeting by your Medoti safari host.

Afternoon

Transfer to Kozi Suites Nairobi; check-in and unwind after your journey.

Stay & Meals

Kozi Suites Nairobi

Meals: Dinner

Warm Kenyan hospitality upon airport arrival
Comfortable Nairobi overnight recovery
Comprehensive pre-safari briefing
2

Day 2: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Drive: Approx. 260 km • 6 Hours

Following breakfast, depart for the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve. The drive passes through rolling highlands before descending into the vast grasslands that form part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem. Arrive at Zebra Plains Mara Camp for lunch. Later in the afternoon, visit a local Maasai Village to experience their vibrant culture.

Day 2: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve photo 1
Day 2: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve photo 2
Morning

Breakfast at hotel; depart Nairobi descending the Great Rift Valley escarpment into Maasai country.

Afternoon

Arrive at Zebra Plains Mara Camp; check-in and hot lunch; excursion to an authentic Maasai village homestead.

Stay & Meals

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Scenic transit through the Great Rift Valley
Zebra Plains Mara Camp luxury tented accommodation
Authentic Maasai Village cultural encounter
3

Day 3: Full Day Maasai Mara Safari – River Corridors

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Today is dedicated to exploring one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations. Leave camp early with packed picnic lunches for an immersive full-day safari across different regions of the reserve. Visit the Mara River, home to hippos and enormous Nile crocodiles, while your guide tracks wildlife using years of field experience.

Day 3: Full Day Maasai Mara Safari – River Corridors photo 1
Day 3: Full Day Maasai Mara Safari – River Corridors photo 2
Morning

Early morning game drive tracking lion prides, leopards in riverine woodlands, and grazing herds.

Afternoon

Venture to the Mara River; observe hippo pods and Nile crocodiles; shaded bush picnic lunch.

Stay & Meals

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Full day immersive game drives with expert guide
Mara River vantage points with hippos and giant crocodiles
Bush picnic in the pristine African wild
4

Day 4: Full Day Maasai Mara Safari – Predator Tracking

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Another full day in the legendary Maasai Mara allows you to explore remote sectors of the reserve. With your experienced safari guide, follow predator tracks, observe maternal animal behaviors, and capture breathtaking wildlife photography in the golden East African light.

Day 4: Full Day Maasai Mara Safari – Predator Tracking photo 1
Day 4: Full Day Maasai Mara Safari – Predator Tracking photo 2
Morning

Dawn safari drive capturing spectacular wildlife silhouettes and golden morning light.

Afternoon

Explore varied habitats including acacia thickets, river loops, and sweeping savannah grasslands; picnic lunch.

Stay & Meals

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Dedicated predator tracking and big cat photography
Deep exploration of remote reserve sectors
Spectacular sunset over the African savannah
5

Day 5: Maasai Mara to Nairobi (Departure)

Nairobi

Drive: Approx. 270 km • 5–6 Hours

Enjoy breakfast before checking out and beginning your journey back to Nairobi. Arrive in the afternoon, where you'll be transferred to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.

Day 5: Maasai Mara to Nairobi (Departure) photo 1
Morning

Breakfast at camp; final farewells to the safari team; begin the journey back to Nairobi.

Afternoon

Arrive in Nairobi; drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your international departure flight.

Stay & Meals

No accommodation (Departure)

Meals: Breakfast

Last views of the African savannah
Scenic overland drive through Great Rift Valley
Seamless transfer to airport for onward flight
Leopard relaxing on a rock in the safari.

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