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2 Days Maasai Mara Game Reserve by Air Kenya Luxury Safari Tour Package departing from Diani Beach, Mombasa, or Malindi– Felessy Tours & Safaris Kenya

Safari Highlights

Maasai Mara National Reserve

The Maasai Mara National Reserve, often referred to simply as the Maasai Mara, is one of Kenya's most famous and iconic wildlife conservation areas. It's known for its breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife, making it a premier safari destination. Here are some of the highlights of the Maasai Mara:

5. Great Migration: The Maasai Mara is famous for being part of the annual Great Migration of wildebeests, zebras, and other herbivores. This incredible natural spectacle involves millions of animals crossing the Mara River in search of fresh grazing, and it's a must-see event for wildlife enthusiasts.
5. Big Five Viewing: The reserve is home to all members of the "Big Five": lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinoceros. Game drives provide excellent opportunities to spot these iconic African animals.
5. Big Cat Concentration: The Maasai Mara is renowned for its high population of big cats, including lions, cheetahs, and leopards. It's one of the best places in Africa to witness these majestic predators in action.
5. Bird Watching: The Maasai Mara is a birdwatcher's paradise, with over 450 bird species recorded in the reserve. You can spot various raptors, waterbirds, and migratory species, making it a fantastic destination for bird enthusiasts.
5. Hot Air Balloon Safaris: Experience a unique perspective of the Maasai Mara by taking a hot air balloon safari. Soaring above the savannah at dawn provides an unforgettable view of the wildlife and landscapes.
5. Cultural Experiences: Interact with the Maasai people, one of Kenya's most iconic ethnic groups. Some lodges and tour operators offer cultural visits to Maasai villages, where you can learn about their traditions, customs, and way of life.
5. Great Rift Valley: The Maasai Mara is situated within the Great Rift Valley, and the views from some vantage points within the reserve are spectacular. The Oloololo Escarpment offers panoramic vistas of the vast savannah below.
5. Photography: With its diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes, the Maasai Mara offers endless opportunities for wildlife and landscape photography. The soft lighting during the golden hours of sunrise and sunset is particularly captivating.
5. Conservation and Research: Some lodges and research centers within the reserve offer educational programs and guided tours to learn about the conservation efforts in place to protect the park's unique ecosystems.
5. River Crossings: Witness the drama of river crossings during the Great Migration, as herds of wildebeests and zebras brave the crocodile-infested Mara River. This is a thrilling and often heart-pounding experience.
5. Walking Safaris: Guided walking safaris are available in specific areas of the Maasai Mara, providing an opportunity to explore the smaller details of the ecosystem and experience nature on foot.

Detailed Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Diani Beach - Maasai Mara Game Reserve

You will be picked from your Mombasa hotel at around 8.00am and driven to the airport then fly to Maasai Mara past the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro and over the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara where you will meet our driver / guide and begin a game drive en route to your Masai Mara safari camp or lodge on-board a 4X4 safari land cruiser for check in and lunch. Relax till 4.00 pm where you will proceed for another safari game drive in the Masai Mara till sunset. Sundowners in camp by camp fire. Dinner and overnight at your safari lodge or tented camp.

 

Day 2: Maasai Mara – Diani Beach

Day 2 of your Maasai Mara air safari from Nairobi begins with an early morning game drive and before returning to your safari lodge/Camp for a full breakfast. After breakfast, proceed for another safari game drive and back for an early lunch at around 11.30 am. You will be transferred to the airstrip and depart at 1.30 pm to Mombasa where our safari driver guide will meet you and transfer you back to your Mombasa hotel.

 

Included/Excluded In the Price

Included in the Safari Price

5. Return transfers from your hotel to the airstrip
5. Return flight tickets to Maasai Mara from Diani Beach/Mombasa/Malindi
5. Services of a professional driver guide.
5. Full board accommodation at your preferred Camp/Lodge.
5. Driver’s allowances and accommodation.
5. Detailed Safari Itinerary and Check List.
5. All game drives in the 4x4 Safari land Cruiser.
5. All park entry fees.
5. Government taxes.
5. Flying doctors insurance.
5. Meet and greet on arrival.

 

Excluded in the Safari Price

5. Beverages in Lodge/Camp.
5. Surcharge for special occasion, gala dinner for Christmas, and New Year.
5. Tips and things of personal need.
5. Laundry and personal effects.
5. Visits to Traditional Maasai Villages.
5. International Flight Tickets.
5. Gratuity for your professional driver guide.
5. Gratuity for Porterage / waiters at hotels, camps and airports.

 

Child Policy

At Felessy Tours and Safaris, we understand the importance of creating memorable family vacations. To ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for families with children, we have formulated the following children policy:

1. Children below 3 years:
   • Children aged below 3 years old are welcomed with open arms and are eligible to travel free of charge when accompanied by at least one paying adult.
2. Children between 3 and 13 years:
   • Children between the ages of 3 and 13 years will be charged at a discounted rate of 75 percent of the adult rate. This is our way of making family travel more accessible and affordable for parents with young children.
3. Teens between 13 and 18 years:
   • Teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 years are considered young adults and will be subject to the full adult rate. This reflects our commitment to offering fair pricing while recognizing the changing needs and preferences of older children.

 

Booking Policy

Clients are supposed to make a 50 percent down payment to confirm their safari. The balance is paid either in cash or through credit card upon arrival in Kenya before commencement of the safari. Please note that credit card payment attracts an extra charge which is levied by the banks.