4-Day Maasai Mara Wildlife & Hot Air Balloon Safari
Description
This 4-day adventure takes you deep into the heart of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Known for its dense populations of lions, elephants, and the legendary wildebeest migration, the Mara is a must-visit for any safari enthusiast. This package includes immersive game drives, a magical hot air balloon safari at sunrise, and an enriching cultural visit to a Maasai community.
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara
Depart Nairobi in the morning and journey towards the world-famous Maasai Mara, with a scenic drive through the Rift Valley. En route, stop in Narok Town to explore Maasai culture through traditional crafts, music, and folklore. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch. Later, enjoy your first-afternoon game drive across the rolling savannah as you spot lions, elephants, zebras, and more.
Overnight at AA Mara Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Full Day in the Mara
After an early breakfast, head out with packed lunch for a full-day safari across various parts of the Mara ecosystem. This is the best way to observe predator-prey dynamics, track the Big Five, and enjoy the untouched beauty of Kenya’s most revered park.
Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your game drive until late afternoon.
Overnight at AA Mara Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Hot Air Balloon Safari & Afternoon Game Drive
Wake up before dawn for the experience of a lifetime—a hot air balloon safari over the Maasai Mara at sunrise. Watch the landscape come to life from above, spotting wildlife from a bird’s-eye view.
After landing, celebrate with a champagne breakfast in the bush. Return to the lodge to relax, then enjoy an afternoon game drive through the reserve.
Overnight at AA Mara Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Maasai Mara – Nairobi
After breakfast, check out and enjoy a relaxed drive back to Nairobi with a few scenic stopovers. Drop-off at your hotel or airport in the late afternoon.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Good to know
Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi
3 nights’ accommodation in luxury lodge
Meals on full board basis
Game drives in a custom safari vehicle
Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide
Hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast
Cultural visit to a Maasai community