PREMIUM EXPERIENCE
5 DAYS • 4 NIGHTS
Ultimate Mara Experience
The complete Maasai Mara immersion. More time, more wildlife, more authentic cultural experiences. Includes a Maasai village visit and optional hot air balloon safari for the ultimate African adventure.
5 Days
Game Drives
Maasai Village
Balloon Option
From $1,450
Trip Highlights
Deep Wildlife Immersion
Game drives across all regions of the Mara ecosystem
Maasai Cultural Visit
Authentic village visit with traditional dancing and crafts
Balloon Safari Option
Optional sunrise hot air balloon with champagne breakfast
Bush Dining
Multiple bush breakfasts and sundowner experiences
ITINERARY
Day by Day Experience
DAY 1
Nairobi to Maasai Mara
Your ultimate Mara experience begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley. Pause at the famous viewpoint before continuing through Maasai lands. Arrive at your carefully selected accommodation for lunch and settle in before your first game drive.
Activities
- Scenic Rift Valley drive with photo stops
- Great Rift Valley viewpoint visit
- Camp arrival and welcome lunch
- Afternoon game drive (3-4 hours)
- Sundowner drinks at scenic spot
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2
Mara River and Big Cat Country
Rise before dawn for a magical sunrise game drive when predators are most active. Visit the famous Mara River to observe hippos and crocodiles. Spend the afternoon in prime big cat territory searching for lion prides, leopards, and cheetahs.
Activities
- Sunrise game drive (6:00 AM)
- Mara River hippo pool exploration
- Crocodile spotting at crossing points
- Afternoon big cat tracking
- Evening sundowner with savanna views
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3
Maasai Village and Bush Breakfast
Today combines wildlife and culture. After a morning game drive, enjoy breakfast in the bush. Visit an authentic Maasai village to learn about their traditions, see traditional dancing, and browse handcrafted items. Optional balloon safari available.
Activities
- Optional: Hot air balloon safari ($450)
- Morning game drive
- Bush breakfast in the wild
- Maasai village cultural visit
- Traditional dance performance
- Evening game drive
Meals: Bush Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
Full Day Remote Exploration
Venture into remote corners of the reserve that most tourists never see. Your guide will take you to hidden gems – quiet valleys, secluded riverbanks, and private wildlife viewing areas. Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch in a stunning location.
Activities
- Early departure for remote areas
- Off-the-beaten-path wildlife viewing
- Gourmet bush picnic lunch
- Photography at exclusive locations
- Golden hour game drive
- Farewell dinner at camp
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Farewell Dinner
DAY 5
Final Safari and Return
Wake early for your final game drive, making the most of the magical dawn light. Capture those last wildlife memories before returning to camp for a hearty breakfast. Depart with photos, memories, and plans to return to this magnificent wilderness.
Activities
- Sunrise farewell game drive
- Final wildlife sightings
- Full breakfast at camp
- Scenic return drive to Nairobi
- Arrival in Nairobi by late afternoon
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
Included in Package
- Return transport from Nairobi in 4x4
- 4 nights quality accommodation
- Full board meals including bush meals
- Game drives with expert guide
- Park entrance and conservation fees
- Maasai village cultural visit
- Bush breakfast experience
- Sundowner drinks (x2)
- Bottled water throughout
Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses and laundry
- Hot air balloon safari ($500)
Pricing
Budget
Quality tented camp
$1,450
per person sharing
Mid-Range
Premium lodge or camp
$1,950
per person sharing
RECOMMENDED
Luxury
Exclusive luxury camp
$3,250
per person sharing
Single supplement: Add 35% • Children under 12: 25% discount • High season (Jul-Oct): Add $200 • Balloon safari: Add $450
OPTIONAL ADD-ON
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Soar above the Mara at sunrise for an unforgettable aerial view of the savanna and its wildlife. The flight lasts approximately one hour, followed by a champagne bush breakfast.
$500 per person
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