3 Day Maasai Mara Air Safari from Watamu / Malindi
Overview
A Safari in Kenyas Premier National Park, The Masai Mara , is one of the dream adventures for visitors to Africa. The annual migration across the Serengeti to the Masai Mara is an amazing spectacle. To avoid disappointment book your July trip now.
With a choice of some of the best lodges and camps available in Africa you can combine luxury living with a few days of trips observing the Big 5 in their natural habitat.
Itinerary
Your driver will collect you from your hotel and take you to Malindi airport for your scheduled flight to Masai Mara game reserve. On the flight to the reserve, enjoy aerial views of the snow capped Mt. Kilimanjaro, and the great Eastern Rift Valley.
On arrival at the airstrip your driver will be waiting with a 4×4 vehicle, and will take you to the luxury camp or lodge for check in and lunch. There will be an afternoon game drive in search of the big five. Dinner and an overnight stay will follow at your chosen accommodation.
You have the whole day on safari in Masai Mara exploring this expansive wildlife reserve, in search of the big 5. (the African lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, African leopard, and white/black rhinoceros). You will have time to relax at your luxury lodge or camp, whilst observing some of the native animals at the watering holes, during your overnight stay.
Early morning departure for the first game drive of the day. Ater 1-2 hours searching for the big five, you will have breakfast at your lodge or camp.
Following breakfast you will leave for the mid morning game viewing, again in search of the big five, with the opportunity to observe the staggering variety of wildlife that the Serengeti has to offer. If you prefer, you have the option of visiting a Masai village. Lunch will be back at your lodge or camp.
After lunch your driver will take you to the airstrip for your flight back to Watamu/Malindi. Your transfer guide will meet you at the airport and take you back to your resident hotel.
What's Included
Meals, Accommodation, Transportation services, Tour Guide, Government taxes, Mineral water, Park entry fee
What's NOT Included
International and domestic airfares, Personal expenses and gratitude, Cancellation charges, Visa & Tourism fee, Driver's tips
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FAQ
How long is the flight from Watamu/Malindi to the Maasai Mara?
The flight duration can vary depending on the specific airline and aircraft used, but it usually takes around 1.5 to 2 hours.
What type of accommodation can I expect in the Maasai Mara?
Accommodation options range from luxury tented camps to lodges, offering comfortable amenities amidst the wilderness of the Maasai Mara.
What wildlife can I expect to see during the safari?
The Maasai Mara is renowned for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros), as well as cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and various antelope species.
What is the best time of year to visit the Maasai Mara?
The Maasai Mara offers excellent wildlife viewing throughout the year, but the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras migrate in search of greener pastures, typically occurs from July to October.