7-Day Nature Itinerary for Masai Mara in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge
    15 minutes (9.8 miles) from Ol Kiombo Airstrip

    Arrive at Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge, an eco-friendly lodge with stunning views of the Masai Mara plains. Enjoy a refreshing drink and relax in your luxurious tented suite.

  2. Day 2: Maasai Mara National Reserve
    1 hour 5 minutes (26.8 miles) from Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge

    Visit the Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of the most famous wildlife reserves in the world. Home to the Big Five and the annual wildebeest migration, this is a nature lover's paradise. Take a game drive with an experienced guide and spot lions, elephants, cheetahs, and more in their natural habitat.

  3. Day 3: Olare Motorogi Conservancy
    1 hour 30 minutes (38.4 miles) from Maasai Mara National Reserve

    Explore the Olare Motorogi Conservancy, a private wilderness area with abundant wildlife. Take a guided walking safari and learn about the flora and fauna of the region, or go on a night drive and spot nocturnal animals like hyenas and leopards.

  4. Day 4: Mara River
    1 hour 45 minutes (49.7 miles) from Olare Motorogi Conservancy

    Visit the Mara River, famous for its dramatic wildebeest crossings during the migration season. Take a picnic lunch and watch as crocodiles and hippos bask in the sun on the river banks.

  5. Day 5: Ol Kinyei Conservancy
    1 hour 15 minutes (32.6 miles) from Mara River

    Explore the Ol Kinyei Conservancy, a community-run conservancy that offers a more off-the-beaten-path wildlife experience. Take a horseback safari or a hot air balloon ride for a unique perspective on the savannah.

  6. Day 6: Mount Kilimanjaro
    3 hours 40 minutes (119.9 miles) from Ol Kinyei Conservancy

    Take a day trip to Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. From the base of the mountain, take a guided hike through lush rainforests and see the diverse plant and animal life that thrives in this unique ecosystem. For those feeling adventurous, climb to the first base camp for stunning views of the savannah below.

  7. Day 7: Ol Donyo Nasipa Conservancy
    2 hours 25 minutes (69.6 miles) from Mount Kilimanjaro

    End your trip with a visit to the Ol Donyo Nasipa Conservancy, a remote and pristine wilderness area that is home to rare species like the African wild dog. Take a guided mountain bike ride or hike to explore the rolling hills and hidden valleys of this stunning landscape.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge (4 nights): $2,800
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve (game drive): 3 hours, $80
  • Olare Motorogi Conservancy (walking safari): 2 hours, $50
  • Mara River (picnic lunch): 2 hours, $30
  • Ol Kinyei Conservancy (horseback safari): 2 hours, $70
  • Mount Kilimanjaro (guided hike): 6 hours, $100
  • Ol Donyo Nasipa Conservancy (mountain bike ride): 3 hours, $60
  • Total Estimated Costs: $3,190
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