Depart Nairobi early, driving through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a stop at the viewpoint for photos. Arrive in Maasai Mara for lunch and check-in at your lodge or camp. After a brief rest, embark on your first game drive, where you'll spot the Big Five: lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos. Return for dinner and enjoy a campfire with Maasai warrior dances.
Begin with a sunrise game drive to witness the wildlife awakening. Return for breakfast, then relax at the lodge or visit a Maasai village to experience their culture. With a packed picnic lunch, head out for a full-day game drive, exploring different areas of the reserve, including the Mara River, known for the Great Migration. You might spot hippos and crocodiles. Return for dinner, and you can opt for a night game drive to see nocturnal animals.
Start your day with a hot air balloon safari for breathtaking views of the savannah and wildlife, followed by a champagne breakfast upon landing. (Optional) After lunch, embark on another game drive to explore new areas of the reserve. End the day with a sundowner experience as you watch the sunset over the Mara. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Enjoy a final early morning game drive, then return to the lodge for breakfast. Check out and head back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon.