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Open plains, blazing sunsets and wildlife galore: welcome to the Masai Mara.
Renowned for its high concentration of big cats, hundreds of bird varieties and the annual Great Migration of wildebeest, zebra and gazelles, the Masai Mara National Reserve is one of Africa’s most spectacular attractions. On this short independent trip, you will enjoy leisurely breakfasts and quiet afternoons between your explorations of this rich slice of the Greater Mara Ecosystem.
Independent Experiences
Independent travel, without the stress. Peregrine’s Independent Experiences are a range of short packages that you can add to other Experiences or as an extension to a longer tour, to craft your perfect holiday itinerary. Independent Experiences are for 1-3 travellers, depart daily and offer the back-up of Peregrine, our local offices and expert resident guides.
- Start
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Finish
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Destination
- Kenya
- Style
- Peregrine
- Code
- PFWMX
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 1 review
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 4
Why you'll love this trip
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The Masai Mara is quintessential, breath-taking Africa – filled with iconic vistas and animals. Enjoy plenty of included game drives and walks to spot the local inhabitants – lions, cheetahs, elephants and more.
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There is nothing quite like staying in the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve, in a camp where luxury and nature combine – spacious, fully insect-proof tents with private en suites that are surrounded by Africa’s most dramatic wildlife and landscapes.
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After days spent exploring the plains with guides who have grown up on this land, return to an exceptional meal and a nightcap, while you listen to the sounds of the Kenyan bush and get to know fellow travellers over a tasty local drop.
Is this trip right for you?
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Although this is an Independent Experience, your game drives within the Masai Mara will be by necessity shared game drives. Other guests from the lodge will accompany you.
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A nature walk is included on the final morning, but it is not a strenuous activity.
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Our Independent Experiences have been designed for just one to three people, departing every day of the week for most Experiences. You can mix and match to create your perfect trip combination, then we’ll arrange the transport between each experience for you. You will have local guides at most destinations and activities. It’s independent travel without the stress.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Mara Leisure Tented Camp or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Masai Mara National Reserve - Overland Vehicle Game drive
Meals Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
All camp tents are spacious, fully insect-proof and set in typical east African style, furnished with beds, linen, bedside tables and luggage storage racks. Bathrooms are en suites equipped with a dresser, shower and ecologically-friendly 'dry' toilet.Accommodation
- Mara Leisure Tented Camp or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Masai Mara National Reserve - Overland Vehicle Game drive
Optional Activities
- Masai Mara - Maasai village visit - USD25
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
An optional balloon ride over the Masai Mara at sunrise is an unforgettable experience. If you have pre-booked this activity you will be picked up from camp before dawn and driven to the launch site for a safety briefing with your pilot. You then glide through the dawn, sometimes at tree height, making the most of the amazing photo opportunities. Sometimes you'll ascend to get an overview of the enormity of the Masai Mara plains and the early-morning movements of the teeming herds. Upon landing you'll be treated to champagne and a bush breakfast.
Accommodation
- Mara Leisure Tented Camp or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Masai Mara National Reserve - Overland Vehicle Game drive
Optional Activities
- Masai Mara National Reserve - Balloon ride (from price) - USD500
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The balloon ride is offered as a pre-booked service which will guarantee you a place. If you would rather wait and try to get a better price by booking this locally on the ground, you are welcome to, but keep in mind that this is a popular activity and places are limited.Included Activities
- Masai Mara - Nature Walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinnersTransport
4WD safari minivan, Private vehicleAccommodation
Permanent tented camp (3 nights)Included Activities
- Masai Mara National Reserve - Overland Vehicle Game drive
- Masai Mara - Nature Walk
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Important notes
INDEPENDENT EXPERIENCE ACTIVITIES:
Please note that lodge based activities on your Independent Experience will be on a join in basis. This means that these activities may be shared with other guests at the property.

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