Safari Overview
An affordable road safari from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara, with full game-drive days and comfortable camp accommodation.
This value-focused safari takes you by road from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley to the world-famous Maasai Mara. You spend two nights at Sentrim Mara Camp and enjoy afternoon, full-day and sunrise game drives in search of the Big Five, cheetahs, hyenas and the great plains herds. A private safari Land Cruiser, park fees and full-board meals are included, so the price stays clear and simple. It is a practical choice for first-time visitors, students, families and anyone who wants an authentic Maasai Mara experience on a sensible budget.
Highlights
- Great Rift Valley viewpoint on the drive from Nairobi
- Unlimited game drives in the Maasai Mara
- A wide variety of wildlife and birdlife, including the Big Five
- Sunrise game drive when predators are most active
- Optional Maasai village visit (extra cost)
Ideal for: First-time safari travellers, budget travellers, students and families who want a genuine Maasai Mara safari at a lower cost.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
You are met by our representative and, after a short briefing, drive south along the floor of the Great Rift Valley to the Maasai Mara, arriving in time for lunch. An afternoon game drive introduces you to the reserve's wildlife, from elephants, lions and buffaloes to zebras, giraffes, hyenas and gazelles. Dinner and overnight at Sentrim Mara Camp (L, D).
A full day of game drives in one of the world's richest wildlife areas, home to a remarkable density of lions and, in season, the migration of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles. You may see lion prides, hippos in the river and cheetahs on the plains. An optional visit to a Maasai village can be arranged at extra cost. All meals and overnight at Sentrim Mara Camp (B, L, D).
Set out at sunrise for a final game drive while predators are active, then return to camp for breakfast. Drive back to Nairobi for a transfer to your hotel or the airport (B, L).
Accommodation: 2 nights at Sentrim Mara Camp or similar.
What's Included
Included
- Meet-and-greet and safari briefing
- Accommodation as outlined or similar
- Full-board meals on safari (breakfast, lunch and dinner) as per itinerary
- Private safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Park and reserve entrance fees
- English-speaking professional driver-guide
- Drinking water during the safari (1 litre per person per day)
- All applicable taxes
- Hotel or airport transfers as per itinerary
Not included
- International flights
- Visas
- Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry and telephone calls
- Tips and gratuities for guides, porters and waiters
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Prices
| Person Each of | Peak Season- 01Jul-30Oct | High Season-03Jan- 03Mar/01Nov -15Dec | Low Season 01Apr-30Jun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGH LEVEL ACCOMMODATION | ||||
| 02 | $1325 | $1295 | $1275 | |
| 03 | $1175 | $1145 | $1130 | |
| 04 | $1100 | $1070 | $1060 | |
| 05 | $1055 | $1025 | $1015 | |
| 06 | $1030 | $995 | $985 | |
| SRS | $60 | $35 | $NIL |
Rates are per person sharing, by group size, season and accommodation level. SRS = single room supplement. Prices are a guide and are confirmed at the time of booking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This safari runs year-round. The Great Migration is usually in the Maasai Mara from July to October, while the dry months of January to February and June to October offer easy game viewing.
Our prices are based on a private safari vehicle for your group, with your own driver-guide. Shared departures may be possible on request.
A 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing and photography.
Yes. We can adjust the travel dates, length, destinations, pace and activities to suit you.
Yes. We can quote for upgraded lodges and tented camps, subject to availability on your dates.
Yes. We can add domestic flights, a Kenyan coast or Zanzibar beach stay, or extra safari days before or after this itinerary.
Lightweight neutral-coloured clothing, warm layers for early mornings, comfortable shoes, a sun hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars and a camera. See our Safari Travel Information page for a full checklist.
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