3-Day Masai Mara and Naivasha Hell's Gate National Park-Safari

3-Day Masai Mara and Naivasha Hell's Gate National Park-Safari

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About This Experience in Nairobi

Discover the Masai Mara National Reserve on a 3-day private tour with transfers from the city’s hotels and airport. Go deep into the African plains and set out on daily game drives across the park. Ideal safari for first-time safari-goers. All the Big five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino are here with many mammals and birds in this Masai Mara plain. Watch for the animals that emerge at dusk, see hippos and crocodiles along the banks of the Mara River, see the park’s stunning ‘Great Migration'.  This tour is private (only you and our guide). Accommodation: based on tour option chosen at time of booking (standard, superior, luxury) Transport: based on tour option chosen at time of booking (minivan or jeep 4x4) Possible extra activities: • hot air balloon ride in Masai Mara • visit of maasai community • Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island, boat ride and walking tour

Why Visit Nairobi?

Nairobi, Kenya offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Nairobi provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Nairobi

You can reach Nairobi, Kenya by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Transport in a modified-safari vehicle, inclusive of hotel/airport pickup and drop-off.
  • All park entrance fees, and full board accommodation in the chosen option.

What's Not Included

  • Boat ride
  • Tips & Gratuities
  • Masai Village visit
  • holiday supplements in the lodge/camp.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 60 minutes before departure

Itinerary

Masai Mara National Reserve

Pick up from your place either airport or...

Pick up from your place either airport or your hotel at 07:30am and after a short briefing and all the formalities depart (260km) to Masai Mara via the view-point of the western Great Rift Valley

short stop for pictures 30 minutes

Your journey deepens into the Masai plains, arriving... 9 hours

Your journey deepens into the Masai plains, arriving for check-in and lunch at the camp / lodge at 2:00pm. You will start the first introduction game drive at 4pm tracking various animal species and birds which inhabit here. Your guide will spot wildlife and provide details of their behavior and way of life. Back to the camp / lodge at 06:30pm. Hot shower, dinner and overnight at the camp / lodge.

Masai Mara National Reserve

This day you have an option to start with hot air balloon ride 1 hour

This day you have an option to start with hot air balloon ride. A great opportunity to explore Masai Mara from a bird's eye view. Pickup time for this activity is 5:30am from your camp / lodge in Masai Mara. The cost is 425 USD p/p. The ride lasts 1 hr, your guide comes to meet you after the ride and you continue with game drive in the park.

In case you are not going for balloon ride your... 24 hours

In case you are not going for balloon ride your day starts with the breakfast at the camp / lodge and by 7:00am you'll leave for extensive game drive. Today you we will try to see all the Big 5 (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant). The landscape here is scenic Savannah grassland on rolling hills. The reserve is the best park for game in Kenya as it has an extensive road and track network which allows for viewing and photography. Hot shower, dinner and overnight at the camp / lodge. 

A game drive to Mara river which is... 2 hours

A game drive to Mara river which is point of Migration and point to spot the crocodiles and hippopotamus is always emphasized by our guides. Break for your lunch and rest at the river

Masai Mara - Naivasha Hell's Gate National Park - Back

After breakfast,check out from the camp / lodge and depart to Nairobi 8 hours

After breakfast,check out from the camp / lodge and depart to Nairobi. Your lunch is served in Narok town at 12pm. There will be the store where you can buy some souvenirs to remind you of a great holiday in Mara. Back to Nairobi late afternoon. Drop off at the airport or your hotel / accommodation in Nairobi karen

You have an option to visit the Maasai village before we leave to Nairobi 1 hour

You have an option to visit the Maasai village before we leave to Nairobi. Note gratuities are given to maasai people when you visit their village (approx 15 USD p/p).

You have an option to visit Lake Naivasha at 3:30pm on our way back to Nairobi 1 hour

You have an option to visit Lake Naivasha at 3:30pm on our way back to Nairobi. The boat ride usually takes 1 hr but it might be extanded if you decide to walk on Crescent Island. Note gratuities are given to the boat drivers when you visit the lake (~ 25 USD p/p).

You have an option to walk on Crescent Island... 1 hour

You have an option to walk on Crescent Island while you have a boat ride at Lake Naivasha. Note gratuities are given to the boat drivers when you visit the island (~ 30 USD p/p).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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