The best 5 days Masai Mara in the greatest Kenya safari

The best time to visit greatest Masai Mara for 5 days in 2024 and 2025

The best time to go to Masai Mara for the 5 days Kenya safari is in the months of June, July, August, September, early October, January, February, and early March of 2024 and 2025, when wildlife viewing is generally at its best. Although Kenya in Africa has long rains from April to May and short rains from November to December, where Kenya safaris are operated at a low cost. Discover our exclusive 5 days Masai Mara safari that is suitable for all types of travelers: honeymooners, couples, families, friends, luxury travelers, and solo travelers in 2024 and 2025.

Highlights of the best 5-day the greatest Masai Mara safari

The day-by-day full itinerary of the best 5-day Masai Mara safari in Kenya is as follows: Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi; Day 2: From Nairobi to Lake Nakuru, 3 hr 8 min (non game drive); Day 3: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Game Reserve, 4 hr 38 min (non game drive); Day 4: Full day in Masai Mara Game Reserve; and Day 5: Departure from Kenya.

5 days Masai Mara tour itinerary in Kenya safari

Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya

From Jomo Kenyatta International airport to Nairobi 16.9 km distance

On the first day of this 5 days Kenya safari, our representatives will warmly meet you on arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International airport and transfer you to the Sarova Stanley Hotel or somewhere similar. We will brief you on your safari arrangements. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel where you have a bed and breakfast.

Day 2: From Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park

2 to 3 hours of driving (non-game drive)

Approximated 162 km distance

After breakfast on the second day, we depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. We arrive at the Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge or something similar for lunch then depart on an afternoon game-viewing drive. This park is home to the black and white rhino, lions, waterbucks, cape buffaloes, reticulated giraffes, and hartebeests, among many others. Enjoy your dinner and sleep at the lodge or camp.

Day 3: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Game Reserve

4 to 5 hours of driving (non-game drive)

Approximated 231 km distance

Enjoy an early breakfast and depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving at the Zebra Plains Mara Camp for lunch. Depart on an afternoon game viewing drive in search of the hundreds of wildlife species the game reserve is famous for the lion, Cape buffalo, savannah elephant, black rhino, elusive leopard, impalas, Masai giraffes, waterbucks, warthogs, Thompson and Grant's gazelles, topis, and wildebeests.

Day 4: Full day in Masai Mara Game Reserve

8 to 9 hours of game drive

Enjoy the early morning game drive, then return to the camp for breakfast, midmorning is at leisure. Enjoy lunch, then proceed on an afternoon game viewing drive in search of the Big Five among many other wildlife species. Enjoy meals and overnights at the Zebra Plains Mara Camp or similar.

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Day 5: Departure from Kenya

From Masai Mara to Airport approximated 295 km distance

5 to 7 hours by car

One-hour flight

Enjoy breakfast, then check out. You can drive to Nairobi or take a one-hour flight (at an additional). Enjoy a farewell lunch at the carnivore restaurant (if time permits), then our guide driver will drop you at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.

Package all inclusive:

• Transport (4x4 Land cruiser) with open roof
• Park fees
• Professional English speaking guide
• Meal
• 1,5 bottle of water per day

Package exclusive:

• Flights
• Visa
• Personal items
• Gratuities / "tip" safari guide
• Travel insurance & Medical insurance

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