5-Day Masai Mara Safari
Kenya Safari Safari Easy

5-Day Masai Mara Safari

Masai Mara National Reserve 5 days / 4 nights 1–10 people Great Lakes Expeditions

About This Tour

The Masai Mara National Reserve is one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations — an expansive savannah ecosystem teeming with predators, migratory herds, and the drama of the great river crossings.

This 5-day safari combines morning and evening game drives with a Maasai village visit and an optional hot air balloon sunrise flight. The Mara River crossing during the Great Migration (July–October) is one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles on earth.

Experienced Maasai guides provide unmatched knowledge of the bush, making every drive a rich and thrilling experience.

Tour Highlights

Great Migration
Big Five
Mara River Crossing
Maasai Village
Hot Air Balloon (Optional)

Day-by-Day Itinerary

5 days
1
Day 1
Day 1 — Nairobi to Masai Mara

Depart Nairobi by road (approx. 5–6 hrs) or optional 45-min scheduled flight to the Mara airstrip. Afternoon game drive to kick off the safari. Sundowner drinks on the plains.

Tented Camp Lunch Dinner
2
Day 2
Day 2 — Full Day Game Drives

Full day in the Mara with morning and evening game drives. Focus on big cat sightings. Visit the Mara River for hippo and crocodile sightings.

Tented Camp Breakfast Lunch Dinner
3
Day 3
Day 3 — Wildebeest Migration & Maasai Village

Dawn game drive targeting migration herds and river crossing action. Afternoon visit to an authentic Maasai village — traditional jumping dances and warrior culture.

Tented Camp Breakfast Lunch Dinner
4
Day 4
Day 4 — Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari

Optional pre-dawn hot air balloon safari over the Mara plains (extra cost). Champagne breakfast in the bush. Afternoon drive in the Mara North Conservancy.

Tented Camp Breakfast Lunch Dinner
5
Day 5
Day 5 — Morning Drive & Return to Nairobi

Final sunrise game drive for last wildlife sightings. After breakfast, begin the drive or flight back to Nairobi, arriving early evening.

Breakfast Lunch

What's Included

  • Park entrance fees
  • Accommodation (as specified)
  • Transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
  • All meals (as specified)
  • English-speaking driver-guide
  • Drinking water

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Uganda visa ($50 single-entry)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Laundry
  • Alcoholic beverages

Location

Traveller Reviews

B
Brian Ssebunya
1 week ago
Family-friendly and well organized

Traveling with kids can be stressful but the team made it seamless. The children loved the boat cruise and the guides were great with them.

M
Mara Intrepids Camp
1 week ago
Best tour company in Uganda

We have used this company three times now and they never disappoint. Professional, reliable, and they truly know the parks inside out. Highly recommended!

Starting from
$2,300
per person
Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Group Size
1–10 people
Difficulty
Easy
Available Dates
Jun 18, 2026 4 left
Aug 16, 2026 10 left
Sep 02, 2026 1 left
Sep 17, 2026 3 left
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Great Lakes Expeditions
Kampala, Uganda

Premium safari operator specialising in luxury and mid-range wildlife experiences in Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Best Time to Visit
Jun-Sep Dec-Feb

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