2 Days Masai Mara Safari Package is designed for those who have no spare time for a more comprehensive tour of the reserve. It is also excellent for international travelers attending a workshop in Nairobi or expatriates with no work on the weekend. This 2 days Masai Mara wildlife tour can turn out to become one of the most memorable wildlife experiences you ever have – especially if you happen to visit during the great migration.
The Maasai Mara National Reserve is one of the most visited tourism destinations in Africa and has been voted an 8th wonder of the world. The reserve is located in the South Western part of the country and within the Great Rift Valley. It covers an area of about 580 square miles and is surrounded by many private conservancies to make for an even larger eco-system The reserve connects to the Serengeti National Park to form one of Africa’s greatest wildlife conservation areas. The reserve is named after the Maasai people and the River Mara. The Mara river passes in the middle of the reserve helping provide water to wildlife all year long. The entire reserve generally consists of open savannah, undulating hills and rolling grasslands.
The Maasai Mara National Reserve is blessed with an amazing collection of wildlife. Wildlife is not limited to herbivores animals but all the Big five, birds and much more. Most of the wildlife is concentrated around the Esoit Olooloo Escarpment of the great Rift Valley. Animals love this part of the reserve because of its remoteness and vast swamps ensuring water for the animals all year round. The wildebeest migration between July and October brings over 1.5 million wildebeest and Zebra to the plains providing an incredible spectacle. Watching the wildebeest cross the Mara River, new births and the endless battle between predator and prey is a highlight of any safari here.
Although this tour will last only two days, you will be able to see the best that the reserve has to offer. This 2 Days Masai Mara Wildlife safari starts and ends in Nairobi. Pickup and drop-off can be at any place in Nairobi. For a more comprehensive tour of the Mara with a visit to the Masai village, we recommend the 3 Days Maasai Mara tour package. You might want to read about the attractions in the Masai Maara National Reserve or the tourist attractions on Kenya that sheds light into what else can be done while visiting Kenya.
Safari Highlights
The major highlights of this 2 Days Masai Mara Wildlife Tour are: –
- 2 game drives in the Mara plains
- Spotting all of Africa’s famous Big 5 mammals
- Exposure to Kenya’s rural countryside
- An Encounter with the Masai Warriors
- Stopping at the great View point to marvel at the great Rift Valley floor.
Note: The price of the tour will depend on your budget. By that we mean whether you are traveling on budget, mid-range or Luxury lodges. We can help you book a flight from Nairobi to the Mara and back if you don’t wish to travel on road for lone.
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Pickup from Nairobi – Transfer to the Maasai Mara – Afternoon game drive
Our Guide will pick you up after breakfast from your hotel in Nairobi early in the morning (6:00am) to begin the journey to the Mara. The driver will brief you about the tour and what it entails. The journey takes you through Narok town and the great East African Rift Valley using the Nakuru highway. There will be short breaks for refreshment and also to have one of the best views of the great Rift Valley. The Great Rift Valley is a natural wonder stretching from Mozambique in Southern Africa all the way to the middle East. Expect to see a lot of the Maasai people while traversing Narok country. You can watch them graze their animals and go about their daily business. Once you arrive at the lodge (around midday), you will check-in, refresh and have lunch.
After relaxation, the driver/Guide will then embark on an afternoon game drive at around 2:30pm. This game drive takes you through the reserve in search of cheetahs, lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffe, warthogs, water bucks, reed-bucks and so much more. If you visit between July and October, you will be able to follow the great wildebeest migration, zebras, Thompson’s gazelle, impala, baboons, hyena, jackals, bat-eared foxes, baboons, warthog, Grant’s gazelle, crocodiles, eland and hippos. By the end of the game drive at 6:00pm, you would have seen all the big 5 mammals and more.
Dinner and Overnight will be at Enkorok Mara Camp (Budget), Ilkeliani Camp (Mid-range) and Tipilikwani Camp (Luxury).
Day 2: Morning Game Drive – Return to Nairobi
Wake up early and have breakfast before embarking an early morning game drive. This game drive will allow you to spot the earlier risers and the beautiful African sunrise. It’s a great time to see lions closely because they love moving along the vehicle tracks in the morning to avoid the wet grass. The game drive will be arranged in a different part of the Mara so that you can experience a different scenery, landscape and wildlife concentration. After the game drive, the driver will start the journey back to Nairobi. Lunch will be taken along the way and you should expect to reach Nairobi between 4 to 6 p.m. The driver will drop you at your residence, hotel or airport.
Tour Inclusions and Exclusions
The tour price includes: –
- All meals and bottled water
- I night of accommodation
- A Driver/guide, fuel and an air-conditioned Tour vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Round trip to and from the Masai Mara to Nairobi
- Park Entrance fees
- Game drives
- Government taxes
The tour price excludes: –
- Tips for the driver, hotel staff and officials at the reserve
- Personal Insurance
- Personal expenses on laundry, soft drinks, alcohol and cigars
- Accommodations on the last day of the tour
- Balloon safari (This can be included on request on Day 2 at a cost of $500)
Best time to Visit
He best time to visit is during the month of June to October. June to October and December to March are referred to as the high season. This is because many travelers visit around this time. July to October is the best time for experiencing the great migration.
Accommodation Options
Enkorok Mara Camp: This Camp overlooks the scenic Oloolotikoshi Hills and the Oloirigynyisho River. The camp sits on 30 acres of private land within the Siana Conservancy. Enkorok Mara Camp is excellent for relaxation after a game drive on the Mara plains.
The beautiful sunset will remind you of the Africa you imagined as you observe wildebeests, zebras, elephants and other animals drinking water along the banks of the Oloirigynyisho River. Enkorok Mara Camp stands out because they offer high quality rooms at an affordable rate. Expect to have numerous encounters with the Masai who are employed to serve guests.
Ilkeliani Camp: Redesigned and stylish, Ilkeliani Camp offers 12 new luxury tented suites overlooking 
the beautiful savannah plains. Privacy and personal service is the thing here. You should expect to be pampered with amazing food and attentive staff who will go out of their way to ensure that you leave with great memories of the camp. The tents are permanent, spacious and self-contained. Raised on stilts, each tented camp offers great views of the savannah plains and the Talek River. If you are traveling with friends or family, book the luxury family suite for an even greater experience.
Tipilikwani Camp: Designed for the ultimate luxury traveler, Tipilikwani Camp allows you to enjoy all that is great about the Masai Mara but in great comfort. The camp is a perfect starting point for amazing game drives and encounters with the Masai people. From the 20 Luxury tents, tourists are able to follow the great migration, learn about the Masai traditional nomadic lifestyle and relax. Food is excellent and the service is of the highest possible standard. If you want to have an unforgettable game-viewing and bush experience, choose this lodge.
