3-Day The Famous Mara Safari Mid-Range Safari from Nairobi (Classic Big 5 Experience)
This 3-day Maasai Mara safari from Nairobi is designed for travelers who want a true Big Five experience in a short timeframe without compromising wildlife quality or comfort.
Ideal for first-time safari-goers and time-conscious travelers, this journey takes you straight from Kenya’s capital into one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich reserves.
Traveling in a pop-up roof safari minivan and 4x4 vehicle, you enjoy excellent game viewing, professional guiding, and carefully selected mid-range lodges or tented camps located close to the action.
From predator sightings to sweeping savannah views, this safari delivers the essence of the Maasai Mara in just three unforgettable days.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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First-time safari travelers visiting Kenya
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Couples and friends on a short holiday
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Travelers seeking a classic Big Five safari
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Visitors with limited time in Nairobi
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Guests looking for value-focused mid-range safaris
Why This Safari Best
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Direct Nairobi–Mara routing maximizes wildlife time
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Two nights inside or near the reserve for early game drives
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High Big Five concentration year-round
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Comfortable mid-range camps with strategic locations
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Pop-up roof vehicles for optimal photography
Tour Highlights
Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
Two nights in the world-famous Maasai Mara
Extensive game drives in Big Five territory
Excellent chances to see lions, elephants, and cheetahs
Comfortable mid-range lodge close to wildlife zones
Ideal short safari from Nairobi
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Day 1
Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or the airport, followed by a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley toward the Maasai Mara.
You’ll enjoy photo stops along the way before arriving at your mid-range lodge in time for lunch and check-in.
In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in the Maasai Mara.
This introductory drive offers immediate immersion into Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife reserve, with chances to see elephants, giraffes, lions, and large herds of antelope before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Transport: Road transfer by pop-up roof minivan (approx. 5–6 hours)
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Day 2
Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve
After an early breakfast, depart for a morning game drive when predators are most active.
Your guide will explore different sections of the reserve, increasing chances of spotting lions, cheetahs, leopards, and buffalo, while also enjoying the Mara’s sweeping landscapes.
After lunch at the lodge, enjoy a relaxed break before heading out again for an afternoon game drive.
With a full day dedicated to wildlife viewing, this day fully delivers the essence of The Famous Mara safari, offering both depth and variety before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Transport: Safari game drives within the reserve
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Day 3
Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before checking out and beginning your journey back to Nairobi.
Depending on road conditions and wildlife sightings, you may enjoy a short en-route game viewing as you exit the reserve.
Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your expertly guided Kenya safari tour.
Meals: Breakfast
Transport: Road transfer by pop-up roof minivan (approx. 5–6 hours)
Accommodation
No Accommodatiopns ( End of the Tour )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
| Month/Season | Price per Person (Solo, Single Supplement) | Price per Person (2 People Sharing) |
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| Jan 1, 2026 - Feb 28, 2026 | $1,770 | $1,210 |
| Mar 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026 | $1,350 | $930 |
| Apr 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026 | $1,650 | $1,130 |
| Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026 | $1,350 | $930 |
| Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026 | $2,070 | $1,510 |
| Oct 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 | $2,070 | $1,510 |
| Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 15, 2026 | $1,650 | $1,230 |
| Dec 16, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $2,070 | $1,510 |
| Jan 1, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | $1,770 | $1,210 |
| Mar 1, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027 | $1,350 | $930 |
| Apr 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027 | $1,650 | $1,130 |
| Jun 1, 2027 - Jun 30, 2027 | $1,350 | $930 |
| Jul 1, 2027 - Sep 30, 2027 | $2,070 | $1,510 |
| Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 31, 2027 | $2,070 | $1,510 |
| Nov 1, 2027 - Dec 15, 2027 | $1,650 | $1,230 |
| Dec 16, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 | $2,070 | $1,510 |