Safari

From Nairobi: 2-Day Masai Mara Safari with Stays and Entry Fees

Name: From Nairobi: 2-Day Masai Mara Safari with Stays and Entry Fees
Start: 2026-11-06T09:00:00
End: 2026-11-06T09:00:00
Location: Nairobi

Make the most of your time in Masai Mara with an overnight wildlife escape that fits busy itineraries and still gives you a full safari experience.

Start with a pickup in Nairobi, then ride toward Masai Mara in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof.

Head out on a guided afternoon game drive with your English-speaking local guide as animals emerge, with guaranteed daily departures.

After time in the park, enjoy full board meals with vegetarian and halal options plus bottled water, then relax and take in the Masai Mara skies.

Upgrade from a shared group to a private safari, giving your party exclusive use of the vehicle, flexible pacing, and more quiet moments at sightings.

Enhance your stay by choosing simple budget rooms or upgrading to comfort or luxury accommodation so your Masai Mara base matches your travel style.

1 Masai Mara afternoon game drive

Park entry fee

Expert English-speaking local guide

Transport in a modern 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof

Round-trip transfers

Full board meals, vegetarian and halal

Bottled water while on safari

Shared or private safari [as per option selected]

Budget accommodation stay [as per option selected]

Comfort accommodation stay [as per option selected]

Luxury accommodation stay [as per option selected]

Drinks at the lodge

Hot air balloon ride ($450)

Masai Village visit

Gratuities

Airport pickup and drop-off

TOTAL DURATION24 hours - 25 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERSUV
Start point
Day 1: Nairobi
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1. Masai Mara National Reserve
Arrive at Masai Mara National Reserve around lunchtime, depending on road and traffic conditions. Continue to your selected accommodation and prepare for your first game drive.
2. Lunch
3. Afternoon game drive
4. Dinner
5. Day 2: Breakfast at Masai Mara National Reserve
6. Lunch
End point
Nairobi
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You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
3 weeks ago
The Masai Mara was always on my bucket list, and this 2-day expedition delivered. I’m traveling solo, so the organized transfers and group game drive made it so much easier. My highlight was our afternoon drive: we spotted a cheetah stalking antelope, and even witnessed some playful elephant calves nearby. I was impressed how much ground our guide covered in such a short time and how he tailored the experience for all of us. Meals were better than I’d anticipated – the vegetarian dishes were filling and flavorful, plus plenty of bottled water available. Accommodation was clean and comfortable for the price. The ride to the reserve is long, but with great company and views of the Rift Valley along the way, it was part of the adventure. Highly recommend for solo travelers or those with tight schedules.
3 weeks ago
We headed out from Nairobi right after sunrise, the 4x4 Land Cruiser already waiting outside our hotel. The drive to Masai Mara felt long but passed quickly thanks to our guide’s stories about the landscape and traditions. Once inside the park, it was nonstop excitement — we spotted elephants and lions only minutes into our game drive! The pop-up roof let us stand and take perfect photos. Afterward, dinner back at camp was surprisingly tasty (even the veggie options), and we felt totally comfortable resting up for the next day. It was an ideal trip for us — as a couple, we wanted a real safari but didn't have a ton of time. The only minor wish would be more time inside the park itself, but packing so much into two days is still amazing. Highly recommend for other couples or solo travelers!
Oct 2026
Honestly, this quick safari was the highlight of my Kenya trip. Traveling solo, I found myself instantly welcomed by our small group, and the guide’s storytelling made the long drive fly by. That first sight of the Mara blew my mind—lions and tons of zebra right after we entered the park. The pop-up roof made all the difference for photos and getting a breeze. The accommodation I picked was the comfort option, and it was a solid mid-range—spotless bed, good shower, and kept pretty quiet at night. Dinner was even better than I expected, and bottled water was included which was a relief. I just wished the afternoon drive could’ve gone a bit longer, but that’s a minor thing. If you only have a short stay, this is the best way to see the Mara.
Last week
Traveling solo, I was a bit nervous at first, but the 2-day Masai Mara safari from Nairobi was just what I needed. The Land Cruiser was in good shape and I liked the pop-up roof — perfect for photos and fresh air. My guide was really passionate about the wildlife and knew exactly where to go for animal sightings. The afternoon drive was a highlight: within hours I saw elephants, buffalo, even a cheetah lounging in the grass. Meals at the camp included tasty vegetarian options I appreciated, and bottled water was always available. My room was basic but clean, and other travelers around made it feel social. The only downside was the long drive, but it’s so worth it for the experience in the Mara!
2 weeks ago
Booked this tour as a solo female traveler and felt totally at ease from start to finish. Pickup in Nairobi was right on schedule in a comfy Land Cruiser. Our English-speaking guide was engaging and knew exactly where to find all the best animals—we saw an entire pride of lions plus so many elephants! The lodge had good food and bottled water available, even catering to my vegetarian needs. The drive is long but worth every minute for the memories. Highly recommend for anyone with limited time wanting the real safari experience.

Explore Masai Mara on a 2-day safari from Nairobi, with an afternoon game drive and an included overnight stay.

Getting started

Get picked up from your hotel in Nairobi. After meeting your expert English-speaking local guide, board your modern customized 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof. Settle in as you depart Nairobi and drive toward the famous Masai Mara for your overnight safari.

What to expect

Masai Mara National Reserve

Travel from Nairobi to the Masai Mara, one of Africa's most renowned wildlife reserves and home to Big Cats, elephants, giraffes, and plains game.

Features

Start with a short 2-day group or private safari, depending on the option you choose, designed for travelers who want an authentic Mara experience in limited time.

Ride in a modern 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, giving you clear views for game viewing and photography throughout the journey and inside the reserve.

Join your expert English-speaking local guide, who brings years of Masai Mara experience to help you track wildlife and understand animal behavior during the safari.

Take an afternoon game drive in Masai Mara on Day 1, timed during peak wildlife activity hours for a better chance to see Big Cats along with elephants, giraffes, and other plains game.

Stay for one night in a self-contained budget room with a bathroom, hot water, and wall sockets, or in comfort or luxury accommodation, depending on the variant you select.

Enjoy full board meals, with vegetarian and halal options available, so your meals are taken care of during the safari.

Have bottled water provided while on safari to keep you hydrated during game drives and transfers.

Benefit from guaranteed daily departures on this safari, so your plans are not dependent on minimum numbers, and you can choose shared or private safari options as listed.

Wrapping up

After your second day in the Masai Mara, return by Jeep to Nairobi, where your driver drops you back at your hotel in the city center or Westlands. You can choose between shared or private safaris and between budget, comfort, or luxury accommodation stays when booking to match your preferred style and privacy level.

What to bring

Pickup details: Confirm your hotel is within Nairobi for free pickup and drop-off.

Personal drinks: Bring money if you plan to buy drinks at the lodge, as they are not included.

Optional extras: Budget separately if you plan to book a hot air balloon ride, Masai village visit, or airport transfers.

Tipping: Carry cash if you wish to leave tips for your guide or lodge staff.

Additional information

Meals: Your full board meals are included, and vegetarian and halal options are available on this safari.

Drinks: Drinks at the lodge are excluded from your package and are payable on-site.

Optional activities: Hot air balloon rides and Masai village visits are available but are not included in your package.

Airport transfers: Airport pickup and drop-off are not included and are available only at an extra cost.

Safari type: Your safari operates as shared or private, depending on the option you select when booking.

Accommodation type: Your stay is in budget, comfort, or luxury accommodation, according to the option you choose.

Travel insurance: Medical evacuation cover is not included, so we recommend purchasing travel insurance before your trip.

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