The Ultimate 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour you should visit with Price/cost in 2025-2026 | Kenya Safari Tour

This 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour will take you from Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve for game drives, a Maasai village visit, a nature walk, and a hot air balloon ride, spotting lions, elephants, cheetahs, and wildebeests.

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The Ultimate 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour Overview

This 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour will take you from Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve (270 km, ~5-6 hours). You will experience multiple game drives in the 1,510 km² reserve, a cultural visit to a Maasai village, a guided nature walk, and a hot air balloon ride, spotting lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, and over 470 bird species, with a chance to witness the wildebeest migration (July-October).

Priced at $1,000-$1,500 per person, the tour includes transportation, park fees ($80/day), accommodation, meals, and guided activities, including the balloon ride. It’s ideal for those seeking a comprehensive safari experience.

You can book this 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour via email at jaynevytours@gmail.com or WhatsApp at +255 678 992 599.

The Ultimate 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour

Maasai Mara Highlights

This 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour will immerse you in Kenya’s premier wildlife destination (Kenya Wildlife Service). The Maasai Mara’s 1,510 km² is renowned for its Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino), cheetahs, hyenas, and the annual wildebeest migration (July-October). You will explore the savannah on game drives, visit a Maasai village to learn about their traditions, take a guided nature walk along the Mara River, home to hippos and crocodiles, and enjoy a hot air balloon ride for stunning aerial views, with over 470 bird species like ostriches and lilac-breasted rollers.

Itinerary for 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour

Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara – Afternoon Game Drive

You will be picked up at 6:00 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. After a 270 km drive (~5-6 hours), arrive at Maasai Mara by 12:00 PM. Check in at Mara Sopa Lodge or similar and have lunch at 1:00 PM. At 3:00 PM, embark on a 3-hour afternoon game drive, spotting lions, elephants, and zebras. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Maasai Mara – Full-Day Game Drives

You will have breakfast at 6:30 AM, then depart at 7:30 AM for a full-day game drive with a packed lunch, seeking leopards, cheetahs, and the Big Five. Visit the Mara River to see hippos and crocodiles. Return to the lodge by 5:00 PM for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Maasai Mara – Nature Walk and Afternoon Game Drive

You will have breakfast at 6:30 AM, then depart at 7:30 AM for a 2-hour guided nature walk along the Mara River with a ranger, observing smaller wildlife and flora. Return to the lodge for lunch at 11:30 AM. At 3:00 PM, enjoy a 3-hour afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 4: Maasai Mara – Hot Air Balloon Ride and Maasai Village

You will depart at 5:00 AM for a 1-hour hot air balloon ride at dawn, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush. Return to the lodge by 9:00 AM for rest. After lunch at 12:30 PM, visit a Maasai village at 2:00 PM for a 1-hour cultural experience, learning about their dances and traditions. At 3:30 PM, enjoy a 2-hour game drive. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 5: Maasai Mara to Nairobi

You will have breakfast at 6:30 AM, then depart at 7:30 AM for a 3-hour morning game drive, seeking any missed wildlife. Return to the lodge for lunch at 11:00 AM. Depart Maasai Mara at 12:00 PM, arriving in Nairobi by 6:00 PM for drop-off at your hotel or airport.

Price Inclusions and Exclusions

Price Inclusions for 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour

  • Game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve
  • Guided nature walk along the Mara River
  • Maasai village cultural visit
  • Hot air balloon ride with champagne breakfast
  • Professional guide and driver
  • Park entry fees ($80/day)
  • Accommodation at Mara Sopa Lodge or Keekorok Lodge or similar
  • Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Pickup and drop-off in Nairobi
  • Transport in a shared 4x4 vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Taxes and service fees

Price Exclusions for 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour

  • Domestic and international flights
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs)
  • Airport taxes
  • Gratuities for guide/driver

Frequently Asked Questions

What activities are included in the 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari Tour?

You will enjoy game drives, a Maasai village visit, a guided nature walk, and a hot air balloon ride (included).

What wildlife can I expect to see in Maasai Mara?

You may see lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, cheetahs, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and over 470 bird species.

Where will we stay during the tour?

You’ll stay at mid-range lodges like Mara Sopa Lodge or Keekorok Lodge, offering comfortable rooms and amenities.

Is any physical fitness required for this tour?

Moderate fitness is needed for the nature walk, but game drives and other activities are suitable for most travelers.

What is the weather like in Maasai Mara?

Expect warm days (20-30°C) and cooler nights. Bring light clothing, a jacket, sunscreen, a hat, and binoculars.

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