3 Days 2 Nights Masai Mara Safari
Same itinerary. Same Big Five game drives. Three camp tiers — pick the one that fits your travel style and budget.
Three days, two nights, two full days of game drives in the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The route is identical across all three options — what changes is the camp. Premium tented suites at Olive Bush Camp, classic safari comfort at Saruni Basecamp, or the rustic adventure tier at Saruni Basecamp Adventure. Pick a camp below to see its rates, itinerary and inclusions.
- Duration3 days, 2 nights
- DestinationMasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
- Vehicle4×4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Starts & endsJKIA, Nairobi
- Group sizePrivate departures
- Best forFirst-time safari-goers, weekend escapes, couples & families
Olive Bush Camp
Spacious tented suites and elevated dining — our premium tier.
PremiumStep off your flight at JKIA and into the wildest theatre in Africa. This three-day Masai Mara safari is built for travellers who want a short, unforgettable Kenya wildlife escape without compromising on comfort. You'll stay at Olive Bush Camp, a tented retreat in the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, with two full days of game drives in pursuit of lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, rhino, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and the river-crossing herds of the Great Migration.
- Adult$1,150sharing double / twin
- Teenager$1,04512–17 with adult
- Child$8153–11 with adult
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- Masai Mara — Olive Bush Camp
JKIA → Olive Bush Camp, Masai Mara
On arrival at JKIA, you'll be met by your friendly safari guide and depart on the scenic four-hour drive to the famous Masai Mara. Arrive in time for lunch at Olive Bush Camp, settle into your tent, and head out on an evening game drive to introduce you to the Mara's plains. Dinner and overnight at Olive Bush Camp.
Meals · Lunch, Dinner
- Masai Mara — Olive Bush Camp
Full-day game drive in the Masai Mara
After breakfast, depart with packed lunch boxes for a full-day game drive deep into the reserve. This is the day for big-cat sightings, herds of elephant and buffalo at the rivers, and — between July and October — the iconic wildebeest migration river crossings. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals · Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
- Masai Mara → Nairobi
Masai Mara → Nairobi
After breakfast, check out and drive back to Nairobi. We drop you at JKIA in time for your outbound flight or onward connection.
Meals · Breakfast
What's included
- Transport and game drives in a 4×4 safari Land Cruiser
- Masai Mara park fees for two nights
- All meals and accommodation at Olive Bush Camp
- Return airport transfers from JKIA
- Maasai village cultural visit
- Bottled mineral water throughout the safari
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Kenya eVisa
- Travel insurance
- Drinks at the camp (other than included mineral water)
- Optional add-ons (hot air balloon safari, private extra game drives)
- Tips and gratuities
Saruni Basecamp
Authentic safari comfort and warm hospitality — our most popular choice.
ClassicA short safari that punches well above its price tag. Three days, two nights, two full game-drive days in the Masai Mara National Reserve, all from a comfortable base at Saruni Basecamp. This package suits couples, friends and families looking for an authentic Kenya safari experience with the right balance of value, comfort and big-game sightings.
- Adult$1,005sharing double / twin
- Teenager$90012–17 with adult
- Child$7403–11 with adult
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- Masai Mara — Saruni Basecamp
JKIA → Saruni Basecamp, Masai Mara
On arrival at JKIA, your driver-guide will meet you and begin the four-hour scenic drive to the Masai Mara. Arrive in time for lunch at Saruni Basecamp, settle in, then head out on an evening game drive to spot the Mara's resident wildlife. Dinner and overnight at Saruni Basecamp.
Meals · Lunch, Dinner
- Masai Mara — Saruni Basecamp
Full-day game drive
After breakfast, depart with packed lunch boxes for a full day exploring the reserve. Track lion prides on the open plains, follow elephant herds at the riverside, and look for cheetah on the short-grass plains. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals · Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
- Masai Mara → Nairobi
Masai Mara → Nairobi
After breakfast, check out of Saruni Basecamp and drive back to Nairobi. We drop you at JKIA for your onward journey.
Meals · Breakfast
What's included
- 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with game-viewing roof
- Masai Mara park fees for two nights
- All meals and accommodation at Saruni Basecamp
- Return transfers from JKIA
- Maasai village cultural visit
- Bottled mineral water
- Professional driver-guide
Not included
- International flights and Kenya eVisa
- Travel insurance
- Drinks at the camp
- Optional activities (hot air balloon, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities
Saruni Basecamp Adventure
A rustic, immersive bush experience — our most affordable tier.
AdventureThe most affordable way to tick the Masai Mara off your bucket list. Three days, two nights, with the same wildlife, the same migration plains and the same expert driver-guides as our higher-tier packages – at a price that works for backpackers, students, young couples and budget-conscious travellers. You'll stay at Saruni Basecamp Adventure, a no-frills tented camp set right at the heart of Mara country.
- Adult$950sharing double / twin
- Teenager$84512–17 with adult
- Child$7153–11 with adult
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- Masai Mara — Saruni Basecamp Adventure
JKIA → Saruni Basecamp Adventure
Your driver-guide meets you at JKIA and begins the four-hour drive south-west to the Masai Mara. Arrive at Saruni Basecamp Adventure in time for lunch, freshen up, then head out on your first game drive that evening. Return for dinner and overnight at the camp.
Meals · Lunch, Dinner
- Masai Mara — Saruni Basecamp Adventure
Full-day Mara game drive
After breakfast, depart with packed lunches for a full day in the reserve. Track the Big Five, photograph the open plains, and watch the Mara River for hippo and crocodile. Return for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals · Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
- Masai Mara → Nairobi
Mara → Nairobi
Breakfast, check out, and drive back to Nairobi. Drop-off at JKIA.
Meals · Breakfast
What's included
- Transport and game drives in a 4×4 safari Land Cruiser
- Masai Mara park fees for two nights
- All meals and accommodation at Saruni Basecamp Adventure
- Return airport transfers (JKIA)
- Maasai village cultural visit
- Bottled mineral water
- English-speaking driver-guide
Not included
- Flights and Kenya eVisa
- Travel insurance
- Drinks
- Optional extras (hot air balloon, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities
Optional add-ons
Available on all three tiers. Tell us which you'd like included with your quote.
Hot air balloon safari over the Mara
Sunrise flight followed by champagne bush breakfast.
Extra night at Olive Bush Camp
Extend your stay for more game drives and slower mornings.
Private vehicle upgrade
Exclusive use of your 4×4 during game drives — no sharing.
Photography-focused guide
A specialist guide for serious wildlife photographers, with extra time at sightings.
Hot air balloon safari
Sunrise flight followed by champagne bush breakfast.
Extra night in the Mara
Maximise your migration sightings.
Bush dinner under the stars
Lantern-lit private dining out on the plains.
Sundowner experience on the plains
Drinks at golden hour with the Mara at your feet.
Extra game-drive sessions
Add morning or evening drives to maximise sightings.
Bush breakfast or sundowner
Coffee and pastries in the bush, or sunset drinks on the plains.
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