5 Day Maasai Mara Big Cat Safari
Masai Mara
Grand Kenya Safari
Embark on a journey through some of Kenya’s most breathtaking landscapes and iconic wildlife territories with this fully-inclusive 10-day fly-in safari. This extraordinary adventure combines the award-winning Porini Camps —offering you an authentic, eco-conscious safari unlike any other.
From the moment you arrive, every detail is taken care of. Each destination is chosen not just for its incredible wildlife viewing, but for the exclusivity and immersion it offers.
This safari is designed for true wildlife enthusiasts. You’ll stay at intimate eco-camps, enjoy guided walks, sundowners in the bush, night game drives, and even quiet moments. Spot elephants, lions, cheetahs, rhinos, and countless other species in areas where conservation takes priority and crowds are few.
With scenic flights connecting the parks, you’ll spend less time on bumpy roads and more time where it matters—deep in the African wilderness. All meals, drinks, guided activities, and conservancy fees are included, making this exceptional safari not only seamless but also superb value.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned safari-goer, this itinerary offers the ultimate way to experience Kenya—wild, uncrowded, and unforgettable
Itinerary in Detail
DAY BY DAY
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Tour Experiences
Day 1
You will be picked up from Nairobi Airport or central Nairobi and transferred to Nairobi Tented Camp, an exceptional alternative to conventional hotel stays in the bustling city center. Nestled within the lush woodlands of Karen, ideally located for visits to Nairobi National Park, the Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre and other attractions.
Overnight at Nairobi Tented Camp (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast)
Day 2
Start your day with an early breakfast before transferring to Wilson Airport in Nairobi for a short morning flight to Selenkay/Amboseli. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to the nearby Porini Amboseli Camp, with an exciting game drive en route. You will arrive in time for check-in and lunch.
After lunch, embark on an escorted walk to a nearby Maasai village to gain valuable insights into the way of life of the communities residing outside the Selenkay Conservancy. Following your visit, you will return to the Selenkay Conservancy, known for its diverse wildlife. Expect to see big cats, elephants, and a variety of species, including large populations of giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Additionally, you may encounter less common animals such as the long-necked gerenuk gazelle, lesser kudu, and African wildcat.
As the day winds down, enjoy a sundowner at a scenic location with breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro. The evening continues with a thrilling night game drive before returning to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Overnight at Porini Amboseli Camp.
Day 3
Awake to the vibrant calls of local birdlife. After enjoying an early breakfast, we will drive along our private track through the bush into Amboseli National Park for a full morning of game viewing. Following a delightful picnic lunch in the park, we will return to Porini Amboseli Camp in the late afternoon.
In the evening, you will embark on a game drive in the Selenkay Conservancy, pausing for a sundowner at a scenic viewpoint to take in the stunning surroundings. This will be followed by an exhilarating night game drive. After a memorable day, you will return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Overnight at Porini Amboseli Camp.
Day 4
After an early breakfast, we will drive through the Selenkay Conservancy to the airstrip for your flight back to Wilson Airport. From there, you will connect to your scheduled flight to Nanyuki. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to Porini Rhino Camp, situated in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy at the foothills of Mount Kenya.
Enjoy lunch and afternoon tea at Porini Rhino Camp before embarking on an exciting game drive with your driver-guide in the camp’s 4×4 safari vehicle to explore the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. After a day of wildlife adventure, you will return to Porini Rhino Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5
Enjoy a full day of exploration in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, featuring game drives and walking activities directly from the camp.
Optional activities available at an additional cost include a visit to the Endangered Species Boma, home to the world’s last two remaining Northern White Rhinos, as well as Lion Tracking experiences.
After a day filled with wildlife encounters, return to Porini Rhino Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6
Begin your day with an early morning game drive, followed by breakfast. You will then transfer to the airstrip for your chartered flight to Meru National Park. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be greeted and transferred to Rhino River Camp, enjoying an en-route game drive along the way.
Once at Rhino River Camp, check in and savor a delicious lunch. After lunch, take some time to relax, swim, or explore your new surroundings. Following afternoon tea, you will head out for an exciting game drive.
The open plains, dotted with acacias and magnificent baobabs, offer a much-needed respite for elephants from the intense African sun. Meru National Park is renowned for its diverse wildlife and is home to over 400 recorded species of birds. The park is celebrated for its stunning landscapes and rich fauna, as well as being the home of Elsa, the beloved lioness made famous in the award-winning movie Born Free and the bestselling book by Joy Adamson.
Overnight at Rhino River Camp.
Day 7
Experience a full day of adventure with a game drive in Meru National Park. Rise early to witness sleeping hyraxes huddled together as you embark on your morning game drive. As the sun rises, watch the savanna transform into a beautiful rosy hue, with nocturnal animals seeking shelter and plains game celebrating another night of survival.
Explore the diverse habitats of the park, including rivers, forests, and open plains. Additional activities available at the camp include guided bush walks and visits to the nearby rhino sanctuary.
Overnight at Rhino River Camp.
Day 8
Start your day with an early morning game drive, followed by breakfast. You will then transfer to the airstrip for your flight to the Masai Mara (during the off-season, flights will be via Nairobi). Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to Porini Mara Camp, in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy, arriving in time for check-in and lunch.
In the afternoon, embark on a thrilling game drive, stopping for a sundowner at a scenic viewpoint. This will be followed by a night game drive, where spotlights will be used to search for nocturnal animals, including the elusive leopards that reside in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy.
After an exciting day of wildlife encounters, return to Porini Mara Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 9
Enjoy a full day to explore the Ol Kinyei Conservancy and neighbouring Naboisho Conservancy at your leisure, or opt for an exhilarating game drive in the renowned Masai Mara. Should you choose the latter, a picnic lunch will be provided in the park before returning to camp in the late afternoon.
In the evening, unwind with a sundowner in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy, followed by a night game drive to discover the nocturnal wildlife. Conclude your day with dinner and an overnight stay at Porini Mara Camp.
Note: From July 1 to September 30, a one-day fee to view the Migration in the Reserve is already included in your package.
Day 10
Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy, returning to Porini Mara Camp for breakfast. You will transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to either the international airport or a Nairobi hotel.
(please note that hotel accommodation is not included but can be arranged for an additional fee).
You may choose to add extra nights at any of the Porini Camps. Alternatively, consider extending your stay by flying to the Kenya Coast or the Island of Zanzibar, where you can unwind on the pristine white beaches of the Indian Ocean.
Tour Experiences
Day 1
You will be picked up from Nairobi Airport or central Nairobi and transferred to Nairobi Tented Camp, an exceptional alternative to conventional hotel stays in the bustling city center. Nestled within the lush woodlands of Karen, ideally located for visits to Nairobi National Park, the Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre and other attractions.
Overnight at Nairobi Tented Camp (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast)
Day 2
Start your day with an early breakfast before transferring to Wilson Airport in Nairobi for a short morning flight to Selenkay/Amboseli. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to the nearby Porini Amboseli Camp, with an exciting game drive en route. You will arrive in time for check-in and lunch.
After lunch, embark on an escorted walk to a nearby Maasai village to gain valuable insights into the way of life of the communities residing outside the Selenkay Conservancy. Following your visit, you will return to the Selenkay Conservancy, known for its diverse wildlife. Expect to see big cats, elephants, and a variety of species, including large populations of giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Additionally, you may encounter less common animals such as the long-necked gerenuk gazelle, lesser kudu, and African wildcat.
As the day winds down, enjoy a sundowner at a scenic location with breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro. The evening continues with a thrilling night game drive before returning to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Overnight at Porini Amboseli Camp.
Day 3
Awake to the vibrant calls of local birdlife. After enjoying an early breakfast, we will drive along our private track through the bush into Amboseli National Park for a full morning of game viewing. Following a delightful picnic lunch in the park, we will return to Porini Amboseli Camp in the late afternoon.
In the evening, you will embark on a game drive in the Selenkay Conservancy, pausing for a sundowner at a scenic viewpoint to take in the stunning surroundings. This will be followed by an exhilarating night game drive. After a memorable day, you will return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Overnight at Porini Amboseli Camp.
Day 4
After an early breakfast, we will drive through the Selenkay Conservancy to the airstrip for your flight back to Wilson Airport. From there, you will connect to your scheduled flight to Nanyuki. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to Porini Rhino Camp, situated in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy at the foothills of Mount Kenya.
Enjoy lunch and afternoon tea at Porini Rhino Camp before embarking on an exciting game drive with your driver-guide in the camp’s 4×4 safari vehicle to explore the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. After a day of wildlife adventure, you will return to Porini Rhino Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5
Enjoy a full day of exploration in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, featuring game drives and walking activities directly from the camp.
Optional activities available at an additional cost include a visit to the Endangered Species Boma, home to the world’s last two remaining Northern White Rhinos, as well as Lion Tracking experiences.
After a day filled with wildlife encounters, return to Porini Rhino Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6
Begin your day with an early morning game drive, followed by breakfast. You will then transfer to the airstrip for your chartered flight to Meru National Park. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be greeted and transferred to Rhino River Camp, enjoying an en-route game drive along the way.
Once at Rhino River Camp, check in and savor a delicious lunch. After lunch, take some time to relax, swim, or explore your new surroundings. Following afternoon tea, you will head out for an exciting game drive.
The open plains, dotted with acacias and magnificent baobabs, offer a much-needed respite for elephants from the intense African sun. Meru National Park is renowned for its diverse wildlife and is home to over 400 recorded species of birds. The park is celebrated for its stunning landscapes and rich fauna, as well as being the home of Elsa, the beloved lioness made famous in the award-winning movie Born Free and the bestselling book by Joy Adamson.
Overnight at Rhino River Camp.
Day 7
Experience a full day of adventure with a game drive in Meru National Park. Rise early to witness sleeping hyraxes huddled together as you embark on your morning game drive. As the sun rises, watch the savanna transform into a beautiful rosy hue, with nocturnal animals seeking shelter and plains game celebrating another night of survival.
Explore the diverse habitats of the park, including rivers, forests, and open plains. Additional activities available at the camp include guided bush walks and visits to the nearby rhino sanctuary.
Overnight at Rhino River Camp.
Day 8
Start your day with an early morning game drive, followed by breakfast. You will then transfer to the airstrip for your flight to the Masai Mara (during the off-season, flights will be via Nairobi). Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to Porini Mara Camp, in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy, arriving in time for check-in and lunch.
In the afternoon, embark on a thrilling game drive, stopping for a sundowner at a scenic viewpoint. This will be followed by a night game drive, where spotlights will be used to search for nocturnal animals, including the elusive leopards that reside in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy.
After an exciting day of wildlife encounters, return to Porini Mara Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 9
Enjoy a full day to explore the Ol Kinyei Conservancy and neighbouring Naboisho Conservancy at your leisure, or opt for an exhilarating game drive in the renowned Masai Mara. Should you choose the latter, a picnic lunch will be provided in the park before returning to camp in the late afternoon.
In the evening, unwind with a sundowner in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy, followed by a night game drive to discover the nocturnal wildlife. Conclude your day with dinner and an overnight stay at Porini Mara Camp.
Note: From July 1 to September 30, a one-day fee to view the Migration in the Reserve is already included in your package.
Day 10
Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy, returning to Porini Mara Camp for breakfast. You will transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to either the international airport or a Nairobi hotel.
(please note that hotel accommodation is not included but can be arranged for an additional fee).
You may choose to add extra nights at any of the Porini Camps. Alternatively, consider extending your stay by flying to the Kenya Coast or the Island of Zanzibar, where you can unwind on the pristine white beaches of the Indian Ocean.
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