Day 1: From Urban Nairobi to Wild Mara
Your adventure begins when your personal safari guide meets you at your Nairobi hotel at 8:00 AM. Leaving the city behind, you’ll travel in a private 4×4 Landcruiser, the quintessential safari vehicle toward the legendary Masai Mara.
The journey itself offers the first taste of Kenya’s diverse landscapes. As you descend into the Great Rift Valley, we’ll pause at a magnificent viewpoint where the valley floor stretches to the horizon, a geological wonder so vast it’s visible from space. Your guide will share insights about this remarkable formation that has shaped East Africa’s ecology and human history.
Arriving at your luxury tented camp by early afternoon, you’ll be welcomed with a refreshing drink and a delicious lunch. After settling into your elegant accommodation, prepare for your first game drive at 3:30 PM, the perfect time when animals become active again after the midday heat.
This initial exploration reveals why the Masai Mara deserves its reputation. Your experienced guide navigates the savanna in search of the reserve’s famous residents: lions lounging in golden grass, elephants moving in family groups, perhaps a leopard draped over an acacia branch. As the setting sun bathes the landscape in amber light, you’ll return to camp by 6:30 PM for a gourmet dinner under the stars.
Overnight at Mara Intrepids Camp or comparable luxury accommodation such as Governor’s Camp or And Beyond Kichwa Tembo
Day 2: Immersed in the Mara Magic
The early morning light reveals a different Mara. Setting out at 6:15 AM, you’ll witness the savanna awakening, predators returning from night hunts, herbivores emerging cautiously from protective cover. This morning drive often delivers the most memorable wildlife encounters, concluding around 9:00 AM when you return for a leisurely breakfast at camp.
The flexibility of your private safari becomes apparent today. You might choose two separate game drives, morning and late afternoon, or opt for an extended full-day exploration with a picnic lunch served in the bush at no additional cost. Perhaps you’ll witness a lion pride on a hunt, a family of elephants at a waterhole, or if timing aligns with the migration, thousands of wildebeest navigating crocodile-infested rivers.
Between drives, your luxury camp offers comfortable spaces to relax, journal your experiences, or simply absorb the sounds and rhythms of the surrounding wilderness. Return in the evening to share stories around the dinner table as nocturnal creatures begin their chorus beyond the canvas walls of your sophisticated tented suite.
Overnight at Mara Intrepids Camp or comparable luxury accommodation
Day 3: Final Impressions and Return
Savor your last morning in the Mara with a relaxed breakfast before checking out by 8:30 AM. The return journey to Nairobi includes a brief game drive on your way out of the reserve, offering final opportunities for wildlife sightings, perhaps that elusive cheetah or rare rhino you’ve been hoping to spot.
As per park regulations, you’ll exit the reserve by 10:00 AM, arriving back in Nairobi by approximately 3:00 PM. We’ll drop you at your hotel or transfer you directly to the airport if you’re departing, the perfect end to a condensed but complete luxury safari experience.
While the Masai Mara hosts many visitors, few experience it in the thoughtful, intimate manner we provide. Our luxury Masai mara safari packages balance efficiency with immersion, allowing you to connect deeply with this remarkable ecosystem even in a condensed timeframe. We’ve designed this safari from Nairobi to maximize wildlife encounters while maintaining the comfort and attentive service that discerning travelers expect.
The true luxury of a Masai Mara experience isn’t measured merely in thread counts or amenities, though our selected camps excel in these aspects, but in the privilege of witnessing one of Earth’s last great wildlife spectacles in the company of knowledgeable guides who enhance your understanding and appreciation of every moment.
For travelers seeking the best Masai Mara safari package that balances time constraints with exceptional quality, this three-day journey delivers the authentic essence of Kenya’s wildlife heritage in an elegant, memorable package.
A tailormade tour with Twinkle Star Tours will put you in control of what you would like to do and experience in your safari to Africa. The above is just an indication of what an itinerary can be like.
Choose from an extensive list of safari accommodations to suit your needs, budget and style. Add on additional safari activities or choose from our range of day tours to make the perfect bespoke safari package tour.
Twinkle Star Tours take pride in making sure that your safari package is completely customisable. Receive a full breakdown itinerary via email containing everything in once place making your African journey smooth and easy.
To discuss any of our safari tours and packages or discuss any amendments you would like to make speak to our expert team who will be able to help make your safari dream a reality.
Heather B22 June 2024 Birthday in Africa! Daniel made the entire trip AWESOME! He exemplified the people of Kenya: kind hearted, hard working and caring! He educated us at every sighting and made sure we saw everything we should see. I would highly recommend! Daniel’s commitment to my and my husband’s happiness and “getting us the perfect picture”, was priceless! Thank you Daniel!!!!!!! Heather B22 June 2024 60th birthday bucket list extravaganza!! An amazing journey that we will never forget! Our guide, Daniel made sure of that! He exemplified the people of Kenya, caring, kind hearted, hard working and true! He educated us at each animal sighting and made us feel safe and welcome!! He went out of his way to make our vacation FABULOUS!! Thank you Daniel! travelling20 May 2024 At day at Nairobi National Museum An excellent tour. The guide was well informed and attempted to address all our questions. The exhibit was well designed and informative Tigerwala15 March 2024 Excellent introduction to Kenyan safaris Enjoyed an exceptional customized tour of Amboseli NP with Twinkle Star tours. The owner, James, is a master of customer service. He responded promptly to my questions, checked in on me during my trip, and even personally delivered some Kenyan coffee to me at my hotel since I didn't have time to get it myself. Amboseli NP was excellent! I had some incredible wildlife sightings including elephant/lion interactions, my first cheetah, and incredible bird life. I also spent a couple of hours visiting a village of the amboseli masai, which was really interesting. My driver Daniel spoke english very well and was able to position the vehicle in just the right way to help me get some great shots of the wildlife. Great tour overall. Very pleased with my experience. Fabpk20248 March 2024 nice experience March is the good season for the visit, 3 days would have been more pleasant. the lodge was good (wood fire, super clean room, opposite a water point with elephants, hypopos, buffaloes etc. evening and morning => guaranteed amazement). Mosquito repellent cream in the evening. My driver was Daniel (effective) I recommend Sandeep5 March 2024 Professional and friendly service My experience with the service and Omollo, the guide was very delightful. I recommend this service if you had very little time and wanted to make use of it to learn Kenya's history and culture. Scenic5006329756726 February 2024 完美难忘的10天Safari之旅 很开心在多家对比后选择了Twinkle star,詹姆斯为我们安排了非常棒的10天safari之旅,也按照我们的要求定好了酒店。表扬一下我们的司机Robbert,他是一位非常好的司机,专业向导,在保证我们安全的前提下,不去打扰动物,尊重爱护着每一个动物,我觉得这是现在很多旅行社向导所没有的优点,我要为Robbert点赞。感觉时间过的非常快,意犹未尽,现在非常期待下次非洲之行! Genevieve10 February 2024 Amazing week long luxury safari We had the most amazing custom experience with James and Twinkle Stars. We were taken care of from start to finish by experienced and friendly guides. We opted to combine Kenya and Tanzania but in hindsight would pick one or the other so as not to have to do so much travel. The Masai Mara is spectacular in January and we could have easily spent a week there. Fredsasking26 November 2023 Very pleased Toured with Twinkle Star during October 2023. 6 days, three hotels, one driver/guide. Each hotel was very different as were the sites. Accommodation ranged from very good to the nicest hotel ever. George knows the parks and the animals. He knows where they are and where they are going. I would use Twinkle Star/James again and would ask for George as my guide. Malte W20 November 2023 Nice tour! Booked a last minute tour for Nairobi. The guide was very friendly and the tour overall nice. Would recommend!
Discover what our customers have to say about their unforgettable experiences with Twinkle Star Tours & Safaris. From breathtaking safaris to captivating cultural encounters, our exceptional service and attention to detail have left a lasting impression. Join the countless travelers who have rated us as their top choice for safari adventures in East Africa. Read their reviews and let their stories inspire your own journey with us. Trust in our expertise and embark on a truly remarkable and immersive travel experience.
Heather B22 June 2024 Birthday in Africa! Daniel made the entire trip AWESOME! He exemplified the people of Kenya: kind hearted, hard working and caring! He educated us at every sighting and made sure we saw everything we should see. I would highly recommend! Daniel’s commitment to my and my husband’s happiness and “getting us the perfect picture”, was priceless! Thank you Daniel!!!!!!! Heather B22 June 2024 60th birthday bucket list extravaganza!! An amazing journey that we will never forget! Our guide, Daniel made sure of that! He exemplified the people of Kenya, caring, kind hearted, hard working and true! He educated us at each animal sighting and made us feel safe and welcome!! He went out of his way to make our vacation FABULOUS!! Thank you Daniel! travelling20 May 2024 At day at Nairobi National Museum An excellent tour. The guide was well informed and attempted to address all our questions. The exhibit was well designed and informative Tigerwala15 March 2024 Excellent introduction to Kenyan safaris Enjoyed an exceptional customized tour of Amboseli NP with Twinkle Star tours. The owner, James, is a master of customer service. He responded promptly to my questions, checked in on me during my trip, and even personally delivered some Kenyan coffee to me at my hotel since I didn't have time to get it myself. Amboseli NP was excellent! I had some incredible wildlife sightings including elephant/lion interactions, my first cheetah, and incredible bird life. I also spent a couple of hours visiting a village of the amboseli masai, which was really interesting. My driver Daniel spoke english very well and was able to position the vehicle in just the right way to help me get some great shots of the wildlife. Great tour overall. Very pleased with my experience. Fabpk20248 March 2024 nice experience March is the good season for the visit, 3 days would have been more pleasant. the lodge was good (wood fire, super clean room, opposite a water point with elephants, hypopos, buffaloes etc. evening and morning => guaranteed amazement). Mosquito repellent cream in the evening. My driver was Daniel (effective) I recommend Sandeep5 March 2024 Professional and friendly service My experience with the service and Omollo, the guide was very delightful. I recommend this service if you had very little time and wanted to make use of it to learn Kenya's history and culture. Scenic5006329756726 February 2024 完美难忘的10天Safari之旅 很开心在多家对比后选择了Twinkle star,詹姆斯为我们安排了非常棒的10天safari之旅,也按照我们的要求定好了酒店。表扬一下我们的司机Robbert,他是一位非常好的司机,专业向导,在保证我们安全的前提下,不去打扰动物,尊重爱护着每一个动物,我觉得这是现在很多旅行社向导所没有的优点,我要为Robbert点赞。感觉时间过的非常快,意犹未尽,现在非常期待下次非洲之行! Genevieve10 February 2024 Amazing week long luxury safari We had the most amazing custom experience with James and Twinkle Stars. We were taken care of from start to finish by experienced and friendly guides. We opted to combine Kenya and Tanzania but in hindsight would pick one or the other so as not to have to do so much travel. The Masai Mara is spectacular in January and we could have easily spent a week there. Fredsasking26 November 2023 Very pleased Toured with Twinkle Star during October 2023. 6 days, three hotels, one driver/guide. Each hotel was very different as were the sites. Accommodation ranged from very good to the nicest hotel ever. George knows the parks and the animals. He knows where they are and where they are going. I would use Twinkle Star/James again and would ask for George as my guide. Malte W20 November 2023 Nice tour! Booked a last minute tour for Nairobi. The guide was very friendly and the tour overall nice. Would recommend!
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