Strategic location in the Mara Triangle with prime wildlife concentration.
Experience riverine ecosystems perfect for spotting elephants, hippos, and the iconic big cats.
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3-Days Flying to Mara Serena
Epic safari lodge experience in the heart of the Mara Triangle with twice-daily game drives.
Overview
Mara Serena Safari Lodge is strategically positioned in the Mara Triangle, offering exclusive access to the most wildlife-rich zones of the Masai Mara. This iconic lodge combines luxury accommodation with prime game drive locations, focusing on riverine areas perfect for spotting elephants, hippos, and big cats. With twice-daily game drives, a heated swimming pool, gourmet dining, optional Maasai experiences, and professional guides, Mara Serena delivers an unforgettable East African safari with the convenience of fly-in logistics.
Legendary safari lodge positioned in the heart of the Mara Triangle.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Nairobi → Mara Triangle (Arrival + Afternoon Game Drive)
- Morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel
- Transfer to Wilson Airport for check-in and departure
- Morning or midday flight to the Mara airstrip (approximately 1 hour)
- Meet your lodge guide at the private airstrip
- Scenic 4x4 game drive en route to Mara Serena Safari Lodge
- Check into your Standard Room with stunning plains and river views
- Freshen up and enjoy a delicious lunch at the main lodge restaurant overlooking the Mara
- Relax by the heated swimming pool or on your room balcony
- Late afternoon game drive in the Mara Triangle, focusing on riverine areas
- Spot elephants, hippos, lions, leopards, and other big cats
- Return for sundowners (drinks and snacks), dinner, and overnight at Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Day 2
Full Day in the Mara Triangle (Game Drives & Optional Activities)
- Early morning game drive—track lions, leopards, cheetahs, or witness migration action if in season (June–October)
- Explore riverine areas and grasslands in open 4x4 vehicles with professional guides
- Return to lodge for a hearty buffet breakfast (approximately 9:30 AM)
- Mid-morning at leisure: swim in the heated pool, enjoy spa treatment (massage, facial), or join a guided nature walk
- Lunch at the main lodge restaurant with panoramic plains and river views
- Afternoon game drive, possibly extending toward sunset spots on Lookout Hill
- Spot diverse wildlife and capture stunning golden-hour photography
- Optional add-ons: Maasai village visit for cultural immersion (~USD 70), night game drive for nocturnal wildlife, or hot air balloon safari at dawn
- Evening: Bush dinner (candlelit meal in the bush) or poolside barbecue with possible Maasai entertainment and tribal dancing
- Overnight at Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Day 3
Morning Game Drive + Departure to Nairobi
- Early morning game drive tracking wildlife at peak activity hours
- Often culminates in a memorable bush breakfast served on the plains with hot beverages
- Return briefly to the lodge to freshen up if needed
- Transfer to the Mara airstrip (scenic short 4x4 drive)
- Return flight to Wilson Airport in Nairobi (approximately 1 hour)
- Onward transfer to your Nairobi hotel or JKIA for international connections
What's Included & Excluded
✓ Inclusions
- Return scheduled flights: Wilson Airport ↔ Mara airstrip (taxes included)
- Airstrip transfers and game drives in 4x4 vehicles
- 2 nights full-board accommodation in Standard Room at Mara Serena Safari Lodge
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), house beverages, park/conservancy fees
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide with expert reserve knowledge
- Complimentary experiences: Hippo pool breakfast (in certain offers) and guided activities
✕ Exclusions
- Nairobi hotel/airport transfers (can be arranged separately)
- Premium drinks, tips/gratuities for staff, and travel insurance
- Personal expenses and laundry services beyond complimentary options
- Optional premium experiences: Hot air balloon safari (~USD 450–550 per person), Maasai village visit (~USD 70), sundowners/bush dinners (~USD 45–65), spa treatments, night game drives
- Mara National Reserve entry fees (may apply)
- International flights
Highlights
Iconic lodge with legendary safari heritage and five-star amenities.
Enjoy heated pool, gourmet dining, spa services, and optional cultural experiences at this storied Mara institution.
Efficient fly-in connections maximizing safari time.
Seamless Wilson Airport logistics minimize travel and maximize your immersion in East Africa's greatest wildlife reserve.
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