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​Best Travel Time: July – October
Highlight: Wildebeest river crossings, Big Five, predator action, Mara River

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🗓️ Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara – Scenic Drive & Introductory Game Drive

• 7:00 AM: Pickup from Nairobi hotel/airport

• Drive via the Great Rift Valley with photo stop at the viewpoint

• Arrive at your lodge/camp in Maasai Mara by early afternoon

• Lunch followed by afternoon game drive

  • First sightings of zebras, elephants, lions, and giraffes

• Dinner & overnight at:

  • 🏕️ Budget: Lenchada Tourist Camp / Manyatta Camp

  • 🏨 Mid-Range: Zebra Plains / Mara Chui

  • 🏝️ Luxury: Entim Mara / Ashnil Mara / Mara Serena

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🗓️ Day 2: Full Day Game Drive – Focus on the Wildebeest Migration

• Early breakfast & full-day game drive with packed lunch

• Head toward the Mara River to witness:

  • Wildebeest crossings (if lucky!)

  • Crocodile ambushes, lions waiting in the grasslands

• Explore different sectors of the reserve including Musiara, Talek, and Olare Orok

• Return in the evening, relax around a bonfire (if at camp)

• Dinner & overnight at the same lodge/camp

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🗓️ Day 3: Optional Balloon Safari + More Migration Action

• Optional: Early morning hot air balloon safari over the Mara (extra charge)

  • Followed by a bush breakfast

• Late morning: Return for rest or short game drive

• Afternoon: Visit the Mara Triangle or less crowded areas

• Optional Maasai village visit to experience culture and traditions

• Dinner & overnight at the same lodge/camp

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🗓️ Day 4: Morning Game Drive & Return to Nairobi

• Sunrise game drive before breakfast

• Return to camp for breakfast & check-out

• Depart Mara and drive back to Nairobi with lunch en route

• Drop-off at hotel or airport by 4:00–5:00 PM

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✅ Included in Safari Package

• Transport in 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof

• Park entry fees for 3 days

• 3 nights full-board accommodation

• Daily game drives

• Bottled water during safari

• Services of a professional guide/driver

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❌ Not Included

• Balloon safari (approx. $450 per person)

• Maasai village visit (approx. $30 per person)

• Tips and personal expenses

• Travel insurance

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