3 Days Masai Mara Safari
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 3 Days Masai Mara Safari worth booking?
3 Days Masai Mara Safari is a 72-hour experience in Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, from $600 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (6)
- Duration
- 72 hours
- From
- $600 per person
The Masai Mara was recently named the Seventh Wonder of the modern World for staging the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth. It’s one of the world’s last remaining ecosystems harmonizing animal and nature. Masai Mara is where you’ll have one of those breath-taking, heart-stopping moments, of a million teeming Wildebeests making their annual migration across the Mara, and your first face to face encounter with the Big Five of Kenya. Game drives are delightful and the informative Guides ensure that you sight most, if not all of Kenya’s Big Five and other plains Game. There is also the Maasai Cultural Village where you can experience firsthand, one of the few remaining ancient great cultures of the world.
What you get
About this experience
The Masai Mara was recently named the Seventh Wonder of the modern World for staging the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth. It’s one of the world’s last remaining ecosystems harmonizing animal and nature. Masai Mara is where you’ll have one of those breath-taking, heart-stopping moments, of a million teeming Wildebeests making their annual migration across the Mara, and your first face to face encounter with the Big Five of Kenya. Game drives are delightful and the informative Guides ensure that you sight most, if not all of Kenya’s Big Five and other plains Game. There is also the Maasai Cultural Village where you can experience firsthand, one of the few remaining ancient great cultures of the world.
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
Not included
- Maasai Village Visit
- Tipping
- Hot Air Balloon Safari
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tropical Wild Expeditions
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for 3 Days Masai Mara Safari. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very good experience.
There are a lot of animals here, and the driver found a very good angle to shoot and met expectations. Jing Mei.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Don’t waste your money..
I booked this safari to document wildlife conservation and chose this company based on strong reviews of a guide named David. I was assured my specific needs would be met—but they weren’t. The safari was disorganized, with poorly explained group-joining logistics, unskilled drivers (not trackers as promised), limited communication between vehicles, and late park entry that missed prime wildlife viewing times. We left parks early, followed few active sightings, and I had five different drivers over the trip. A vehicle breakdown left us stranded for hours with minimal communication from management. Most disappointing, the company made no real effort to help locate Craig, the famous Super Tusker—my main request made months in advance. Craig passed away shortly after my return, making this missed opportunity heartbreaking. Promises were made but not kept. Client goals and quality safari experiences are clearly not a priority.
via Tripadvisor
Exceed expectations
There was some fear of Africa at first, of fraudulent deposits, of local hygiene and eating conditions, of infectious diseases such as malaria, and afterwards everything proved redundant. The local hotel's own bottled water is best not to drink, we drank it and threw up all night, wasting the day travelling. This has nothing to do with travel agencies. The little red book says this travel agency is not very good, but we feel okay, no unpleasantness happened. In the middle of the remittance, the Bank of China got it wrong, and they patiently communicated and ran away from the local bank for nothing. The driver, David, is an old driver, looks for spaces when looking at animals and is patient. Susan was patient.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Fantastic Family Trip
My family, wife and 3 children ages 14,11 and 9 could not be happier with Tropical Wild. First class treatment from airport pick up to the drop off. David was an amazing guide and so knowledgeable about everything. Suzy was a sweetheart from the first email and even gifted us with Maasai blankets and Tropical Wild safari hats on pick up. We let them choose our accommodations and they were super, food quality and comfort. Thank you David, Suzy and the Tropical Wild team!!! We will be back again and definitely telling our friends about you!!!!
via Tripadvisor
Super cost-effective travel
The price of the tour we signed up for was very low and there weren't a lot of reviews on the website, so we hadn't set our expectations too high and thought we would just see the animals. But the trip struck me as super cost effective and far exceeded expectations. First of all, the driver, david, is a superb driver, doesn't talk much, but every time he is especially punctual, which makes me feel like a reliable Chinese parent. And! One night because of the hotel did not provide us with a single room according to the advance booking, susan took the initiative to upgrade our accommodation, that hotel is made of recycled waste, the owner took the initiative to take us to visit, gave us a lot of he wanted to improve the local environment through waste recycling, bring water to the nearby villages, to provide employment opportunities for women, he said that his hotel is not open to the public, only for the He said that his hotel is not open to the public, only to acquaintances, he said that because our driver david is the teacher who taught him safari many years ago, so the relationship is very good, he told us that david is a very experienced driver. We were really lucky to find this travel agency at such a low price, so I must write this review to share my experience! As soon as we met Susan, she sent us each a gift, of which the Maasai blanket worked wonders for us throughout the trip. We tried to arrange other trips and susan was very patient with us on all of them. Finally the accommodation, much better than I expected, looking at the photos on google, I was expecting the accommodation and food to be very poor (because of the really cheap prices), but every hotel was much better than the pictures, very clean, I think the local people's photo taking skills should be upgraded. And finally Susan also said to send us postcards, I really very sad to leave, we carry a lot of luggage, Susan said she became small into one of the bags with us back to China.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 72 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
3 Days Masai Mara Safari: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Maasai Mara National Reserve.
How much does 3 Days Masai Mara Safari cost?
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Prices start at $600 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Maasai Mara National Reserve usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 3 Days Masai Mara Safari take?
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Plan for about 72 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Maasai Mara National Reserve is not rushed.
Is 3 Days Masai Mara Safari worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Maasai Mara National Reserve, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 3 Days Masai Mara Safari?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 3 Days Masai Mara Safari suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 72-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 3 Days Masai Mara Safari?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Maasai Mara National Reserve can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Maasai Mara National Reserve and add a light layer if any part of the 72-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 3 Days Masai Mara Safari start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Maasai Mara National Reserve within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Maasai Mara National Reserve?
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On Outty we rank every Maasai Mara National Reserve experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include African Wildlife & Nature - 5 Kenya national parks - 6 day Jeep Safari, 2 Days Classic Maasai Mara Safari, 4-Day Tour in Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivash, Masai Mara from Nairobi. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Maasai Mara National Reserve?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Maasai Mara National Reserve?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 3 Days Masai Mara Safari?
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Included: Lunch; Dinner; In-vehicle air conditioning; Breakfast; and Accommodation. Not included: Maasai Village Visit; Tipping; and Hot Air Balloon Safari. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 3 Days Masai Mara Safari include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 23 listed pickup locations in and around Maasai Mara National Reserve. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is 3 Days Masai Mara Safari offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 3 Days Masai Mara Safari?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 3 Days Masai Mara Safari wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 3 Days Masai Mara Safari if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Maasai Mara National Reserve. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about 3 Days Masai Mara Safari?
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Across 6 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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