4 Days Premium Mara Big Cat Territory Expedition

Book a 4-day premium Maasai Mara big cat safari with private game drives, luxury lodging and extended lion, cheetah and leopard searches.

Explore the Maasai Mara’s predator territories, open hunting plains and wildlife-rich habitats during two full safari days.

Our 4-Day Premium Mara Big Cat Territory Expedition is created for wildlife enthusiasts who want more time to search for lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas across the Maasai Mara. Your private journey begins from Nairobi and includes an afternoon game drive, two complete safari days and a final morning wildlife experience before returning to the city. Our experienced driver-guide will explore open grasslands, riverine woodland, rocky areas and predator territories while interpreting tracks, hunting strategies, social behaviour and prey movement. Elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes and birds may also be encountered during the predator searches. Big cat sightings remain natural and cannot be guaranteed, but the extended itinerary offers more time to explore varied habitats responsibly.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Nairobi to Maasai Mara Big Cat Country
Day 2
Full-Day Predator and Wildlife Safari
Day 3
Second Full-Day Big Cat Expedition
Day 4
Final Big Cat Drive and Nairobi

Tour Features

Duration 4 Days
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Tour Mode Drive In – Drive Out
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Main Tour Focus Big 5 Safari
Tour Type Private Safari
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Special For NIL
Destination/Accommodation
Start/End
Nairobi
Tour Starting & Ending Point
1
Day 1
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight: Mara Simba Lodge
2
Day 2
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight: Mara Simba Lodge
3
Day 3
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight: Mara Simba Lodge
4
Day 4
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight: MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
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Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara Big Cat Country

Nairobi to Maasai Mara Big Cat Country

Early Private Departure

At approximately 5:30 AM in Nairobi, our driver-guide will collect you and begin the private journey through the Great Rift Valley toward Narok. A breakfast, refreshment or comfort stop will be included before continuing to Maasai Mara. Arrival near the reserve is normally expected between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.

Afternoon Predator Search

After checking into your premium accommodation and enjoying lunch, you will enter the reserve from approximately 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Our guide will explore open plains and woodland in search of lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas while also observing elephants, giraffes and buffaloes. Dinner follows at your lodge or luxury camp.

Destination:
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight:
Mara Simba Lodge
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)

Day 2: Full-Day Predator and Wildlife Safari

Full-Day Predator and Wildlife Safari

Sunrise Big Cat Tracking

At around 6:00 AM, you will begin a full-day game drive during cooler conditions when predators may be active. Our guide will look for tracks, territorial behaviour, recent sightings and prey movement while exploring productive big cat habitats. Wildlife behaviour and road access will determine the route.

Picnic and Afternoon Predator Territory

At approximately 12:30 PM, you will enjoy a packed lunch at an authorised picnic location and discuss the morning encounters. From around 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM, the guide will continue searching for lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas in another section of the reserve. You will return for dinner and overnight rest.

Destination:
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight:
Mara Simba Lodge
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)

Day 3: Second Full-Day Big Cat Expedition

Second Full-Day Big Cat Expedition

Morning Hunting Plains Exploration

At approximately 6:00 AM, you will return to the reserve for another complete wildlife day. The guide will focus on habitats not fully covered on Day 2 and search for predator behaviour, family groups and interactions with prey species. Elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and wildebeest will remain an important part of the safari.

Picnic and Extended Afternoon Search

After a picnic lunch at around 12:30 PM, the predator search will continue through riverine areas, open plains or woodland according to current wildlife movement. The additional day provides more time to wait for natural behaviour without driving aggressively between sightings. You will return to the lodge at approximately 5:30–6:00 PM.

Destination:
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Overnight:
Mara Simba Lodge
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)
Mara Simba Lodge (Premium Luxury 5 star lodge)

Day 4: Final Big Cat Drive and Nairobi

Final Big Cat Drive and Nairobi

Last Morning Predator Search

At around 6:00 AM, you will complete a final morning game drive while temperatures remain cooler. Our guide will revisit productive areas and search for predators or wildlife not encountered during the previous days. The drive normally ends between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM before returning for breakfast.

Breakfast and Nairobi Return

At approximately 9:00 AM, you will enjoy breakfast, organise your belongings and complete check-out. The road journey to Nairobi begins between 10:00 AM and 10:30 AM and normally takes five and a half to six and a half hours. A lunch or refreshment stop will be included before final drop-off.

Destination:
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

  •   Private Tour (Sharing Price)
  • The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

  •   Group Joining Tour
  • Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

    Gamedrive Cost

    No of pax Adult Price Child Price
    1 Pax From $1,960 pp From $1,470 pp
    2 Pax From $1,460 pp From $1,095 pp
    3 Pax From $1,293 pp From $970 pp
    4 Pax From $1,210 pp From $908 pp
    5 Pax From $1,160 pp From $870 pp
    6 Pax From $1,127 pp From $845 pp
    7+ Pax From $1,103 pp From $827 pp

    PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

    Inclusions
  •  Rescue fee
  •  Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  •  All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  •  All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  •  All Taxes/VAT
  • Exclusions
  •  International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
  •  Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  •  Tips: tipping guideline
  •  Personal items
  •  Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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    RELATED FAQS ABOUT 4 Days Premium Mara Big Cat Territory Expedition

    Are lions guaranteed?

    No. Lions are present in the Maasai Mara, but they move naturally according to territory, prey and weather. The guide will search carefully without making guarantees.

    2. Can we see cheetahs?

    Cheetahs may be encountered on open plains, but sightings remain natural. Their location depends on prey movement and environmental conditions.

    3. Are leopards common?

    Leopards occur in the Maasai Mara but can be difficult to locate because they are secretive and often use woodland or riverine vegetation.

    4. Is the safari only about big cats?

    No. Big cats are the main theme, but elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, hippos and birds may also be observed.

    5. Is the vehicle private?

    Yes. The package is planned with a private safari vehicle unless the final confirmation states otherwise.

    Why are two full safari days included?

    Two full days provide more time to explore different predator territories and observe natural behaviour without relying on one short drive.

    7. Is hunting behaviour guaranteed?

    No. Hunts and kills are unpredictable natural events and cannot be promised or created for visitors.

    8. Will the Great Migration be included?

    Migration experiences depend on travel season, rainfall and natural herd movement. Specific river crossings cannot be guaranteed.

    9. What should travellers pack?

    Bring neutral clothing, closed shoes, warm morning layers, sun protection, binoculars, cameras and personal medication

    10. Can additional nights be added?

    Yes. Extra Mara nights may provide more predator-viewing opportunities, or the safari can continue to Lake Nakuru, Naivasha or Amboseli.

    REVIEWS FOR Explore the Maasai Mara’s predator territories, open hunting plains and wildlife-rich habitats during two full safari days.

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    Outstanding Mara Big Cat Territory Expedition

    5/5

    The two full safari days gave us much better opportunities than a short predator tour. Our guide searched different territories responsibly and explained tracks, social behaviour and prey movement. We enjoyed excellent lions, cheetahs and hyenas, together with elephants and giraffes.

    By: Robert William Harris and Catherine Rose Harris
    From: Flag US

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    Four Days of Mara Predators and Wildlife

    5/5

    The guide remained realistic and never guaranteed a sighting, but his patience and knowledge produced excellent results. We observed a lion pride, a cheetah on the open plains and many large herbivores. The premium camp was comfortable and beautifully located.

    By: Catherine Elise Dubois and Pierre Louis Dubois
    From: Flag FR

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    Premium Big Cat Safari from Nairobi

    5/5

    Our guide used tracks, habitat knowledge and recent information responsibly. He never drove aggressively or crowded predators. The private vehicle allowed us to spend enough time at every encounter and observe natural behaviour.

    By: Benjamin Karl Fischer and Anna Maria Fischer
    From: Flag DE

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    Lions, Cheetahs and Endless Mara Plains

    5/5

    The lion and cheetah encounters were unforgettable, but we also enjoyed elephants, giraffes and large zebra groups. The additional full day helped us explore less familiar areas of the reserve and experience wildlife without rushing.

    By: Olivia Rose Campbell and Andrew James Campbell
    From: Flag KH

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    Responsible Premium Predator Safari

    5/5

    We valued the guide’s responsible approach around predators. He maintained respectful distances, followed reserve rules and allowed natural behaviour to develop. The quality of the accommodation and private service exceeded our expectations.

    By: Andrew James Parker and Elizabeth Jane Parker
    From: Flag GB

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    Sunrise Big Cat Search in the Mara

    5/5

    The early drives were peaceful and rewarding. We observed lions moving through the grass and hyenas returning across the plains. Our guide gave us enough time for photographs and detailed explanations.

    By: Yuki Haruto Nakamura and Emi Sakura Nakamura
    From: Flag JP

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    Premium Four-Day Predator Adventure

    5/5

    The package balanced predator searching and general wildlife extremely well. We saw lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and buffaloes across several habitats. The guide planned every day carefully and adjusted routes according to wildlife movement.

    By: Sofia Elena Rossi and Marco Antonio Rossi
    From: Flag IT

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    Private Maasai Mara Big Cat Journey

    5/5

    The private vehicle gave us flexibility and personal attention. Our guide focused on the predator areas that interested us without ignoring important elephant or bird sightings. The four-day structure felt complete and well paced.

    By: Miguel Antonio Torres and Laura Isabel Torres
    From: Flag ES

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