Masai Mara Lion Safari
Duration: 4 Days | Route: Nairobi -> Masaai Mara -> Nairobi
Itinerary Outline
- Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara – First Lion Encounter
- Day 2: Full-Day Lion Tracking Safari
- Day 3: Extended Big Cat Exploration
- Day 4: Sunrise Safari and Return to Nairobi
Tour Overview
Spend four days in the Masai Mara tracking lions across one of Africa’s richest wildlife landscapes. This experience is crafted for travelers who want to focus on big cat sightings, with plenty of time in known pride territories and the best photography moments at sunrise and sunset. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, guided game drives, and close encounters with the Mara’s resident lions as you explore the savanna at a relaxed, rewarding pace.
Expert Note: We’ve tracked 17 different lion prides across the Mara over the past two years. Morning drives between 6-9 AM give you the best chance to see them hunting. The Marsh Pride near Musiara Swamp is the most active we monitor.
Highlights
- Track lions in their natural territories with an experienced safari guide.
- Explore prime big-cat areas like the Marsh, Topi Plains, and Paradise Pride zones.
- Enjoy sunrise and sunset drives when lions are most active.
- Spend extended time observing hunts, pride behavior, and cub interactions.
- Stay in comfortable lodges or camps close to key wildlife areas.
- Capture stunning wildlife moments with excellent photography opportunities.
- Optional hot-air balloon safari for aerial views of lion territories.
Masai Mara Lion Safari – Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Nairobi - Masai Mara (First Lion Encounter)
Depart Nairobi after breakfast and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the world-famous Masai Mara. Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, head out on your first lion-tracking game drive. Explore known pride territories and watch the big cats as they rest, play, or prepare for their evening hunt. Return to your camp for dinner and a peaceful evening surrounded by the sounds of the wild.
Day 2 : Full-Day Lion Tracking Safari
Start early with breakfast and set off for a full day in the Mara, dedicated to following lions and other big cats. Your guide will take you to prime areas like the Marsh, Topi Plains, or Paradise Pride territory, where lions are often seen hunting or caring for their cubs.
Enjoy your picnic lunch inside the park and continue your afternoon drive, capturing rare moments and stunning photos.
Return to camp as the sun sets for dinner and an evening around the campfire.
Day 3 : Another Day with the Lions
Today, continue your search for new prides or revisit lion territories to observe changing behavior. Spend time watching how lions interact with other predators like hyenas and leopards.
Optional experiences include a hot-air balloon safari at dawn for aerial lion sightings or a Maasai village visit to learn how local communities coexist with wildlife. Relax at your camp after a rewarding day of big cat adventures.
Day 4: Sunrise Safari - Return to Nairobi
Head out early for one last morning lion drive, when big cats are most active before the day warms up.
After breakfast, check out and drive back to Nairobi, arriving by late afternoon – your heart full of unforgettable memories of Africa’s most iconic predator.
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Where You’ll Stay
Travel Information
Inclusion
- Lodging in Masai Mara including all meals and safari.
- Your fees for entrance, safari and guide in Masai Mara.
- 1 Afternoon Game Drive on Day 1, 1 Full Day Game drive on Day 2 and Day 3
- 1 Morning Game Drive on Day 4 in Popup Roof Land Cruiser in Masai Mara.
- Nairobi to Nairobi transfer in Land Cruiser
- Airport and hotel assistance pre and post-trip.
Exclusion
- Personal expenses like laundry, international phone calls, liquor, à la carte food, etc.
- International or domestic airfares and rail tickets.
- Lunch on day 4 during transfer from Masai Mara to Nairobi Airport.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips and Gratuities.
- Anything that is not mentioned in the inclusion section.
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Cancellation Policy
- If cancellation requested before 120 days (or more) prior to departure, Full refund.
- If cancellation requested before 60 days (or more) prior to departure – 75% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested before 45 to 59 days prior to departure – 50% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested before 30 to 44 days prior to departure – 25% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested before 15 to 29 days prior to departure – 10% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested less than 15 days prior to departure, No Show – No Refund.
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