Unforgettable 2-Day Masai Mara Safari Experience Priced from $200
Photo of: KICC in Nairobi Kenya
Photo of: The Sunset with King Lion
Welcome to this thrilling 2-Day Adventure in Kenya's Breathtaking Masai Mara.
Embark on a magical 2-day Masai Mara safari, witnessing epic wildlife moments against dramatic savannah landscapes.
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve.
Your once-in-a-lifetime Kenyan safari adventure begins as you depart Nairobi in a customized 4X4 land cruiser with expansive windows, ready to immerse you in the wilderness. The scenic 5 to 6-hour drive to Masai Mara traverses the spectacular Great Rift Valley, allowing you to soak in dramatic vistas of undulating hills and farmlands interspersed with traditional Masai villages. Midway, stop at a curio shop displaying intricate soapstone carvings, colorful textiles, and beaded jewelry handcrafted by local artisans.
Arriving at the reserve’s Sekenani Gate, thrill in excitement as you officially enter the vast 1,510 sq km ecosystem of Masai Mara. Pass through riverine forests and scrublands before arriving at &Beyond Bateleur Camp, your award-winning luxury tented accommodation perfectly situated on the Kichwa Tembo private concession bordering the Mara River. Gaze in awe at the spectacular views of the savannah plains and the escarpment backdrop from the scenic approach. The 18 intimate tented suites, styled on classic 1920s East African safari, deliver every modern comfort without sacrificing immersion in the natural landscape.
Unpack and settle into your lavish tent furnished with mahogany beds, elegant Victorian baths, and private verandas overlooking the wilderness. After checking in and indulging in a flavorful multi-course lunch menu freshly prepared with regional ingredients, it’s time for your first game drive! Meet your highly-experienced resident guide who will reveal all the best locations in the concession to witness the Mara's abundant wildlife in their natural habitat. Binoculars, cameras, and field guides are all provided so you'll be fully equipped to make the most of your thrilling adventures.
Climb aboard customized, state-of-the-art 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs ideal for epic wildlife viewing and photography. Your highly skilled expert resident guide will skillfully navigate over bumpy terrain, winding through trenches and streams, strategically positioning your vehicles for prime, close-up animal sightings. Seek out the Big Five - lions lounging under acacias priming to hunt, leopards draped over branches protecting fresh kills, immense African elephants stripping bark from trees, giant horned buffalos wallowing in mud baths, and critically endangered black rhinos grazing on savannah grasses.
Witness the reserve's year-round spectacular migrations and river crossings, such as thousands of wildebeest and zebra herds galloping shoulder-to-shoulder, topi antelopes prancing through the plains, and countless African buffalo congregations charging furiously to and from the Mara River for water. As darkness descends, return to camp for electric campfire talks and stargazing over sundowners, recounting the most thrilling sightings. Then indulge in a candlelit bush dinner underneath the Milky Way galaxy, serenaded by rhymic lion roars echoing through the night - a quintessential African safari experience.
Day 2: Masai Mara National Reserve.
Awaken before dawn is greeted by piping hot coffee and tea delivered right to your suite, preparing you for a magical sunrise game drive. Depart in darkness perfect for spotting nocturnal hunters finishing up the night’s exploits. As daylight slowly emerges observe diurnal grazers stirring awake, clambering to their feet, and beginning their daily rhythmic trek in search of Grasslands. After an exhilarating morning capturing iconic African imagery, pause for a complete bush breakfast featuring steaming eggs, sausages, pancakes, and fresh fruit juices.
After returning to camp, spend the late morning at leisure enjoying the facilities. Take a quick dip in the Rift Valley blue pool with infinity views, indulge in spa services within the forest canopy, or simply relax in the lounge admiring indigenous birds flitting by. In the early afternoon, set off on another thrilling game drive towards Sand River, exploring the wilderness and seeking new sightings.
Later, visit a traditional Masai village to gain first-hand insight into the local culture revolving around pastoralist lifestyles. As the sun sets on your last evening in iconic Masai Mara, Fondly bid farewell to the landscape and its colorful inhabitants, having collected precious memories and new friendships to last several lifetimes. As your customized safari cruiser departs along the bumpy dirt tracks, take some last looks and camera clicks to immortalize the magic.
The drive back to Nairobi is filled with safari reminiscing and animated planning for future trips to Africa. Vow to return to Masai Mara to experience the contrasting seasons and catch the phenomenal Great Migration river crossings. Pull up to Nairobi's iconic Fairview Hotel with sweeping city views, concluding your bucket-list Kenyan safari celebrating nature, wilderness, conservation, and new bonds forged. We genuinely hope you will return soon for more transformational and unforgettable safari adventures across Kenya's astounding landscapes and national parks! Depart Kenya with a piece of Africa forever imprinted on your soul.