One Day Adventure in the Maasai Mara

Day 1: Wildlife Exploration

Maasai Mara, Kenya

6:00AM

Hot Air Balloon Ride

Start your day with an exhilarating hot air balloon ride at dawn, soaring over the vast plains of the Maasai Mara while witnessing the stunning sunrise and spotting wildlife below.
Meet at the balloon launch site near your lodge.
USD 450, 1.5 hours

8:00AM

Breakfast at Lodge

Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet at your lodge, featuring fresh fruits, eggs, and local Kenyan dishes to fuel up for a day of adventure.
Return to your lodge after the balloon ride.
Included in accommodation, 1 hour

9:30AM

Game Drive

Embark on an exciting game drive with a knowledgeable guide, exploring the park's rich wildlife, including lions, elephants, and the famous wildebeest migration if in season.
Depart from your lodge and head into the park in a 4x4 safari vehicle.
Included in safari package, 3 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Mara River Lodge

Savour a gourmet lunch with a view over the Mara River, where you might catch a glimpse of hippos and crocodiles basking in the sun.
Travel to Mara River Lodge, conveniently located near your game drive.
USD 30, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit a Maasai Village

Immerse yourself in the local culture by visiting a nearby Maasai village, where you can learn about traditional customs, crafts, and the day-to-day life of the Maasai people.
A short drive from the lunch location to the village.
USD 20, 2 hours

4:30PM

Evening Game Drive

As the day transitions into evening, head out again for another thrilling game drive, capturing beautiful photographs of animals during the golden hour.
Return to your 4x4 vehicle for the drive.
Included in safari package, 2 hours

6:30PM

Return to Lodge and Relax

Come back to your lodge to relax and freshen up after an exhilarating day in the Mara, perhaps enjoying a drink by the lodge’s infinity pool.
Drive back to your lodge after the game drive.
Free for lodge guests, 30 minutes

7:30PM

Dinner at Lodge

Indulge in a multi-course dinner featuring local Kenyan cuisine, surrounded by the sounds of nature and possibly spotting wildlife at night.
Dinner will be served at the lodge restaurant.
Included in accommodation, 1.5 hours

9:00PM

Star Gazing

End your day with a breathtaking view of the stars over the African savannah, where the lack of light pollution reveals a spectacular night sky.
Enjoy from the lodge's open area or balcony.
Free for lodge guests, 1 hour
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