Maasai Mara Safari: Legendary Wildlife & Cultural Safari

Maasai Mara Safari: Legendary Wildlife & Cultural Safari

• Trip code: 443X018
• Dauer: 4
• Stil: Classic

Venture into the heart of Kenya on a four-day safari through the legendary Maasai Mara. Ride in 4x4 safari vehicles across sprawling plains teeming with wildlife, and keep your eyes peeled — Africa’s elusive "big five" could be around any corner! Connect with local Maasai communities on a visit to a traditional village, and experience the vibrant culture, stories, and colours that bring this iconic landscape to life.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (3 nts)

Checklist

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Extra Camping Items:
• Toilet paper (Please note that the campsites do not provide toilet paper, so it is advisable to pack your own.)

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Bitte beachte: The climate in East Africa varies between the dry and rainy season. Please ensure you bring a windproof rain jacket if you are travelling between April & May, October & November

Group Leader

Englischsprachiger CEO (Chief Experience Officer), ausgebildeter Fahrer/Guide

Group Size Notes

Max 14, Avg. 10

Highlights

Explore the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve in a 4x4 safari, Spot diverse wildlife while on the hunt for Africa’s elusive "big five", Visit a traditional Maasai village and gain insight into local culture, Enjoy lunch at a G Adventure-supported community project

Introduction

Venture into the heart of Kenya on a four-day safari through the legendary Maasai Mara. Ride in 4x4 safari vehicles across sprawling plains teeming with wildlife, and keep your eyes peeled — Africa’s elusive "big five" could be around any corner! Connect with local Maasai communities on a visit to a traditional village, and experience the vibrant culture, stories, and colours that bring this iconic landscape to life

Meal Budget

Plane USD55-75 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Meals Included

3 Frühstück, 3 Mittagessen, 2 Abendessen

Optional Activities

Nairobi
- Die Bomas von Kenia (120USD pro Person)
- Carnivore Restaurant (130USD pro Person)
- Nationalmuseum (53--3USD pro Person)
- Karen Blixen-Museum (34-75USD pro Person)
- Eisenbahnmuseum (6-34USD pro Person)

Masai Mara
- Ballonsafari über die Masai Mara

Packing Note

The climate in East Africa varies between the dry and rainy season. Please ensure you bring a windproof rain jacket if you are travelling between April & May, October & November

Start / Finish

von Nairobi

Transport

7-sitziger Allradwagen

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Amani Ya Juu Lunch, Nairobi
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Masai Mara National Reserve entrance and wildlife safari drives. Masai Village Visit. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich

Day 2 Nairobi/Masai Mara

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in Nairobi then journey by private vehicle through the Great Rift Valley on the way to one of the most famous national parks in Africa, Masai Mara, arrive around lunch time. Head out on a visit to Masai Village and then an afternoon safari drive in the lodge's concession to search for giraffe, zebra, hyena, antelope, lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalos & elephants as you enjoy the beautiful scenery

Day 3 Masai Mara

Enjoy an early wildlife safari drive when animals are most active. Or opt for a Hot Air Balloon Safari. In the afternoon, after your picnic lunch, set off on another safari drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve

Day 4 Masai Mara/Nairobi

Breathe in the fresh morning air, stretch and enjoy the African sun as it rises over the savannah of the "Mara". Search for wildlife outside of the reserve while leaving the area. Then, visit the G for Good supported Amani Ya Juu for lunch, before heading back to Nairobi, where the tour ends on arrival in the late afternoon

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi

Bis zum abendlichen Kennenlernen sind keine Aktivitäten geplant.

Day 2 Nairobi/Masai Mara

Wir fahren von Nairobi durch den Großen Afrikanischen Grabenbruch ins wichtigste Wildschutzgebiet Kenias.

Wir kommen nachmittags in der Gegend an und richten uns in unserem Safaricamp ein, das während unseres Aufenthalts hier als Basislager dient.

Am späten Nachmittag nimmst du an einer Safari teil, auf der du beste Gelegenheiten hast, einen Blick auf die „big five“ (Löwe, Leopard, Büffel, Elefant und Nashorn) zu erhaschen. Die verschiedenen Wildtiere und die natürliche Umgebung machen diese Safari zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis.

Day 3 Masai Mara

Opt to go for a balloon safari for a new perspective over the beautiful landscape. Pre-book on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Day 4 Masai Mara/Nairobi

Please note departure flights should be no earlier than 9PM