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Masai Mara Christmas and New Year Safari: 4 Days

A 4-day safari itinerary focused on Masai Mara National Reserve, with a structured daily route, package details and practical questions.
Masai Mara National Reserve
4 days

Indicative price USD 1,915 / per person sharing

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Safari overview

The Masai Mara plains offer a steady rhythm of wildlife and wide landscapes. This journey travels through open grasslands where light and nature change with the passing hours. It suits families and couples looking for a focused safari experience during the festive season.

The flow moves from the city into the heart of the Mara for three nights. This pace allows for deep immersion into one of the world’s most famous wildlife areas. It avoids the fatigue of multiple stops and long travel days.

This trip feels calm and reassuring with a balance of activity and rest. Guests spend nights at a single lodge, which creates a settled atmosphere. The movement is unhurried and follows the natural patterns of the landscape.

Journey at a glance

Masai Mara National Reserve
4 days

Indicative price USD 1,915 / per person sharing

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Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara

    The journey begins with a drive from Nairobi toward the Great Rift Valley. The landscape transitions from urban surroundings to expansive volcanic plains. As the vehicle enters the Masai Mara, the first wildlife sightings often appear in the tall grass. The day moves at a calm pace as guests settle into the lodge for the start of the safari.

    • Meals: Lunch and Dinner
    • Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

    Accommodation note: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

  2. Day 2: Full Day Safari, Masai Mara

    The day follows the natural movement of the reserve from dawn. A full day of exploration allows for travel into deeper parts of the Mara. The rhythm is dictated by nature, with stops to observe animal behaviour in the open light. The 4×4 Jeep provides an elevated view of the landscape and its inhabitants throughout the journey.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    • Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

    Accommodation note: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

  3. Day 3: Masai Mara Experience

    The third day offers a chance to deepen the connection with the Mara. Guests can choose a slower pace or focus on specific areas of interest within the reserve. The atmosphere remains quiet and steady, allowing for a thorough appreciation of the ecosystem. The day concludes with a final night under the expansive African sky.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    • Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

    Accommodation note: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

  4. Day 4: Masai Mara to Nairobi

    The final morning includes a last look at the Mara before the return journey. The vehicle moves back through the Rift Valley, climbing toward the Nairobi highlands. The transition from the wild plains back to the city is handled with a gentle pace. The safari ends upon arrival in Nairobi during the afternoon.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: End of Safari

    Accommodation note: End of Safari

What is included

  • All accommodation during the safari
  • Transportation on a Jeep 4x4
  • Game drives
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Government Taxes/VAT
  • Bottled mineral water

What is not included

  • International flights to and from Kenya
  • Kenya entry visas
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Tips and gratitude for the guide
  • Drinks and beverages not in the meal plan

Safari questions

Yes, this itinerary is specifically planned for the festive season with a settled pace at the lodge

While there is more space than on flights, we recommend soft-sided bags for easy packing in the 4×4 Jeep.

Mara Serena Safari Lodge typically provides festive themed meals and celebrations during the holiday week.

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