Accommodation

Check-in Time:

12:00

Check-out Time:

10:00

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.

Accommodation: 99 rooms. Includes 4 inter-connecting rooms, 1 honeymoon suite & 12 suites.
Facilities: Bar, lounge, restaurant, outdoor boma dining area, swimming pool, gift shop. TV in the bar, WiFi in public areas

Program

Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi / Maasai Mara (265 km / 5 - 6 hours)

Morning drive to Maasai Mara Game Reserve; lunch afternoon game drive, dinner, and overnight at your lodge / camp.

The Maasai Mara Game Reserve is one of the best places in Africa for wildlife viewing. Game drives are a great way to experience the park and they take place all year round. If the big cats are what you’re looking for on your Kenyan safari, you are guaranteed to spot them at the Mara. All of the “Big Five” animals (elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo) can be spotted here.

Wildebeest migration - Over 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and several species of antelope make an annual circular tour between the Serengeti in Tanzania and Maasai Mara in Kenya in search of greener pastures. The trek happens with a fair share of animal drama as the migrating herds attract the attention of hungry predators – the hyenas and lions that prey on the lame and sick animals along the way. The animals trek for four months (July-October) towards the Mara.

Day 2: Maasai Mara - Full day with game drives

Experience the magical Maasai Mara: with morning and afternoon game drives, lunch, dinner. and overnight at your lodge / camp.

Bird watching - For bird lovers, the Mara birds come in every color and size. More than 400 bird species have already been recorded, including birds of prey.

Day 3: Maasai Mara / Nairobi (265 km / 5 - 6 hours)

On this morning, you will have your breakfast at your lodge, and check out. You will then drive back to Nairobi. On arrival, you will drive to Carnivore Restaurant for a farewell lunch. Later, you’ll transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) for your flight back home or you will be dropped off at your pick up hotel.

Included excursions

Game drives
Bird watching

Location

The Maasai Mara, located in southwestern Kenya, is renowned for its unique combination of wildlife, landscapes, and cultural significance.

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Food

You will be provided daily meals as specified in the itinerary. Bottled water while on safari is also included. Vegetarian option is also available.

The following meals are included:

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Drinks

The following drinks are included:

Water

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
Other dietary requirements on request

If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation

Things to do (optional)

Maasai cultural tours

You will have an opportunity to visit the Maasai village where you get a chance to interact with the Maasai people in their traditional setting and experience their culture. Often the Maasai morans (young Maasai warriors) will perform their traditional dance.

30 USD per person

Hot air balloon rides

For the adventurous tourist who wants a sky-high view of wildlife from the hot air, balloon rides and safaris are the best way to travel over the massive Masai Mara park. Hot air balloon rides last approximately an hour and a half and often take place at dawn.

450 USD per person

What's included

Park fees
All activities (unless labeled as optional)
2 nights accommodation
A professional driver / guide
All transportation
All taxes / VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (on all days)

What's not included

International flights (from / to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tip
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Balloon safaris
Maasai village visits

How to get there

Recommended Airports

NBO

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

173 km

Transfer included

Arrival by airplane

Please book your flight to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). The Maasai Mara is located 270 km / 167 miles northwest of Nairobi. The driving time is about 5-6 hours. The flight time is between 45 and 60 minutes.

Getting to Nairobi is easy, as the city is a major African transport hub. International arrivals usually land at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 15 km / 9 miles southeast of Nairobi. From Nairobi it’s easy to catch a domestic flight to Maasai Mara.

Airport: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Airport transfer included: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.

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 30 days before arrival.

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