Make the Masai Mara the focus of a short private safari, with two nights at your chosen camp or lodge and a Lake Naivasha stop on the return to Nairobi. Compare the daily route and inclusions, then ask the PMK team for availability and a quote for your dates.
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This itinerary suits travellers who want a focused Masai Mara safari within a short Nairobi stay. Day 1 takes you to the Mara, Day 2 gives you time for wildlife viewing, and Day 3 combines the return journey with Lake Naivasha. Both transfer days involve road travel; the middle day provides the most flexibility in the reserve.
Your private 4x4 safari jeep has a pop-up roof and an English-speaking driver-guide. Choose your accommodation level before comparing quotes: the named property, room arrangement and location affect both price and your daily schedule. The PMK team confirms the proposed camp or lodge for your dates.
| Duration | 3 days / 2 nights in the Masai Mara area |
|---|---|
| Start and finish | Nairobi; hotel or JKIA pickup and drop-off agreed in your quote |
| Route | Nairobi → Masai Mara → Lake Naivasha → Nairobi |
| Safari arrangement | Private vehicle and driver-guide for your travelling party |
| Vehicle | 4x4 safari jeep with a pop-up roof |
| Accommodation | Two nights at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Hillside. Alternative camps and lodges can be quoted separately. |
| Meals | Full board at camp; confirm transfer-day meals and the Naivasha lunch separately |
| Activities | Mara game drives and a Lake Naivasha boat safari included; Maasai village visit optional at an additional charge |
| Starting price | From USD 1,111.50 per adult for two adults, 4 January to 30 June 2027. See the seasonal table below for your group size and dates. |
| Optional extra | Hot-air balloon safari, subject to availability and a separately confirmed price |
Compare the named lodge, park entries, meals and activity charges in your written quote. For more context, read our Kenya safari cost guide or compare longer Kenya itineraries.
Your accommodation is part of the experience. The seasonal prices below include this camp, giving you a clear picture of your stay before you enquire.
Masai Mara · Nights 1 and 2
2 nights · Full board
Settle into a comfortable tented room with an en suite bathroom after your game drives. A dining area and campfire space give you somewhere to relax and share the day’s sightings.
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Take a closer look inside the campSubject to availability. The PMK team confirms your accommodation and room arrangements before booking. The photos show Zebra Plains Mara Camp; your confirmed Hillside room or tent may differ. Alternative hotels are quoted separately.
Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Hillside · 3 days and 2 nights
Choose your travel dates and the number of adults in your private party. Each amount below is the price per adult for the complete safari, rather than a nightly hotel rate.
| Adults travelling together | 1 Oct to 22 Dec 2026 | 23 Dec 2026 to 3 Jan 2027 | 4 Jan to 30 Jun 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 adults | From USD 1,319.50 | From USD 1,540.50 | From USD 1,111.50 |
| 3 adults | From USD 1,170.00 | From USD 1,391.00 | From USD 962.00 |
| 4 adults | From USD 1,095.25 | From USD 1,316.25 | From USD 887.25 |
| 5 adults | From USD 1,050.40 | From USD 1,271.40 | From USD 842.40 |
| 6 adults | From USD 1,020.50 | From USD 1,241.50 | From USD 812.50 |
Rates depend on availability and the agreed room arrangements. Share your dates so the PMK team can confirm the exact price, especially for stays crossing seasonal dates. Children, solo travellers, single rooms, other hotels and dates after 30 June 2027 are quoted separately.
These package rates include the Lake Naivasha boat safari. Optional balloon and Maasai village visits are priced separately. Your written quote confirms all inclusions before booking.
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Big 5 Game Drives — private game drives in a pop-up-roof 4x4, with timing shaped by transfers and park access
Key Destinations: Masai Mara National Reserve & Lake Naivasha
Quality Accommodation — choice of budget tented camps, mid-range or luxury lodges
Expert Local Guide — Nairobi-based, English-speaking, certified safari guides
Sunrise & Sunset Drives — plan early and late wildlife viewing when the agreed schedule and park rules permit
Maasai Village Visit — discuss the visit timing, arrangements and any separate charge before booking
Boat Safari on Lake Naivasha — spot hippos, giant fish eagles and waterbirds by boat
Two nights in the Mara, a full day for wildlife and a lakeside stop on your way home. See your safari at a glance.
Illustrative route map, not to scale. Markers show destination areas rather than exact hotel locations. Driving routes and timings vary with road conditions, park access and your confirmed itinerary.
Your 4x4 and guide are reserved for your party, so the pace and sightings are shaped around you.
Deal directly with local safari specialists who coordinate your route, lodges and on-trip support.
Park fees, transport, accommodation and listed meals are explained before you confirm.
Yes. Your 4x4 safari jeep and driver-guide are reserved for your travelling party.
The seasonal prices cover private 4x4 transport, an English-speaking guide, park fees, two nights at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Hillside, full-board meals at camp, the Lake Naivasha boat safari, drinking water and Nairobi pickup and drop-off. Prices are per adult and vary by travel dates and group size. The starting rate for two adults is USD 1,111.50 per adult from 4 January to 30 June 2027. Confirm room arrangements and transfer-day meals in your written quote.
The published seasonal rates are for two nights at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Hillside. The PMK team confirms availability and room arrangements before booking. Other camps and lodges are quoted separately.
The Lake Naivasha boat safari is included in the published seasonal rates. A Maasai village visit is optional and charged separately. Crescent Island is not listed in this package and should be requested separately.
Share your flight time before confirming. The Mara return, Naivasha stop, road conditions and airport procedures all affect feasibility. The team can review the route or discuss a Nairobi overnight stay.
Three days gives you two nights and one full day between road transfers. A longer stay creates more wildlife-viewing time and a less compressed return. Compare the Mara packages or ask for an additional night.
Yes. Discuss dates, lodge options, pickup arrangements and optional activities with the PMK team before booking. The revised quote confirms availability and any price changes.
We'll adjust any dates, destinations, or accommodation to match your budget.
