3 Day Maasai Mara Safari with Luxury Stay at Sopa Lodge in Kenya
Luxury Maasai Mara Safari in Kenya
This safari involves three days of intensive and exclusive game drives around Masai Mara and stay in a luxury lodge accommodation that is the Sopa Lodge. Known for its abundant wildlife, rolling savannahs, and the iconic Great Migration, Maasai Mara offers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. This safari is perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers looking for an affordable yet immersive wildlife experience. Enjoy game drives, witness the Big Five, and camp under the African skies for an unforgettable wilderness escape.
Key information
- Private safari
- Children from the age of 2 years are allowed to participate under the supervision of a parent or guardian
- Starting point and ending point: Nairobi
- English-speaking guide
- National park entrance fees included
Highlights
- Game drives at Maasai Mara
- Witness the migration safari at the Mara River
- Transport with a safari jeep with a pop-up roof
- Full-day exploration at Maasai Mara in search of the Big Five
- Service of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- 2 nights accommodation
- Airport transfers
Styles
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Conference room
- Laundry
During the safari, you will stay at the Mara Sopa Lodge in Maasai Mara, Kenya.
Located high on the slopes of the Oloolaimutia Hills, Masai Mara Sopa Lodge was one of the first safari lodges to be built in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, a reason why its gardens and trees are so lush and mature. All the buildings follow the design of traditional African round houses with conical roofs, and these stretch along the line of the hills with the impressively large public area buildings and the swimming pool at their center.
Lodge rooms have complete bathroom amenities as do most permanent tented camps. Mobile camps can have either private en-suite facilities or shared bathroom and shower tents. Unless you are in a major city, there will be no television or phones with outside lines. Electric lights running on generators are generally lit for a few hours in the early morning and from dark until 22:00 or 23:00.
- Accommodation level: Luxury
Program
Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
You will be met by a company representative at the hotel / airport who will brief you on the safari ahead then the journey to Maasai Mara will begin. You will have one stopover at the view point where you will have a scenic view of the Rift Valley lying below and extending to several countries in Africa.
Then, you will proceed to Narok town where you will have lunch before heading out to the Maasai Mara. After a short rest, head out for an afternoon game drive. Spot lions, elephants, buffalos, zebras, and more. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight,
- Meals: Lunch and dinner
Day 2: Maasai Mara full day
You will have an early breakfast then proceed for a full-day game drive around the Maasai Mara National Reserve with a packed lunch, where you will be able to see some of the Big Five and also get a glimpse of the vast savannah vegetation surrounding the Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Visit the Mara River and during migration season, witness the dramatic wildebeest crossing. You can do an optional visit to a local Maasai village to experience traditional culture. You will spot crocodiles, hippos, and lots of wildebeests, impalas, antelopes, zebras grazing in the vast savannah grass. Dinner and overnight stay at the Sopa Lodge.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Maasai Mara to Nairobi
You will have a morning game drive in the park (optional), followed by breakfast at the lodge. The game drive will take you round the park and we will be able to see Serengeti National reserve from a distance and also spot other animals. Depart for Nairobi with lunch en route and arrive Nairobi in the late afternoon. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be dropped at the destination of your choice at your hotel or airport.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Location
This safari starts from Nairobi to Masai Mara and later ends in Nairobi. Maasai Mara is located just 260 kilometers from Nairobi and it is well known for its prolific wildlife and the wildebeest migration, which happens annually between July to October. It is a spectacular view to behold and happens at the Mara River. The Mara hosts a couple of wildlife that is the Big Five, giraffes, zebras, among other animals.
Distances
- Nairobi, 260 kilometers
Food
Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the price. One liter bottled water is also provided for each person during the safari.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
Things to do (optional)
You can visit the Masai Village at an additional cost of 25 USD per person. Balloon safari can also be arranged at an additional cost of 450 USD per person. You can do shopping on the curio shops.
What's included
- 1 liter bottled water per person
- 2 nights accommodation in a luxury lodge
- All park entrance fees
- All game drives as detailed in the itinerary
- Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners
- Complimentary return airport transfers
- English-speaking professional driver-guide
- Government taxes
- Transport in a comfortable safari jeep with a pop-up roof
What's not included
- International / domestic flights
- Personal travel insurance
- Optional Maasai village visit fees and optional activities
- Optional Nairobi dinner, Nairobi city tour and excursion
- Soft and alcoholic drinks
- Balloon safari
- Items of a personal nature
- Laundry
- Tips and gratuities for the driver-guide
- Visa
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
173 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Transfer from and to the airport is included. Kenya Tour Budget Safari will pick you up from the airport or hotel.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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