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Amazing Maasai Marathon & Big Five Safari.

Discover the ultimate Amazing Maasai Marathon & Safari Packages 2025 . Run in one of Kenya’s most scenic marathons and embark on an unforgettable Big Five safari in Maasai Mara, Ol Pejeta, or a tropical escape to Diani Beach. Book your adventure today! Why Combine the Amazing Maasai Marathon with a Safari? The Amazing Maasai Marathon is more than just a race—it’s an adventure through Kenya’s stunn

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Overview

Discover the ultimate Amazing Maasai Marathon & Safari Packages 2025 . Run in one of Kenya’s most scenic marathons and embark on an unforgettable Big Five safari in Maasai Mara, Ol Pejeta, or a tropical escape to Diani Beach. Book your adventure today! Why Combine the Amazing Maasai Marathon with a Safari? The Amazing Maasai Marathon is more than just a race—it’s an adventure through Kenya’s stunn

<p>Discover the ultimate Amazing Maasai Marathon &amp; Safari Packages 2025 . Run in one of Kenya’s most scenic marathons and embark on an unforgettable Big Five safari in Maasai Mara, Ol Pejeta, or a tropical escape to Diani Beach. Book your</p> <p>adventure today! Why Combine the Amazing Maasai Marathon with a Safari? The Amazing Maasai Marathon is more than just a race—it’s an adventure through Kenya’s stunning landscapes, held in Nanyuki near the foothills of Mount Kenya . After the marathon, why not make the most of your trip with a Big Five safari or a relaxing beach holiday in Diani ? ✔■ Run at high altitude and challenge yourself ✔■ Experience authentic Maasai culture ✔■ See Africa’s iconic wildlife on a safari ✔■ Relax on Kenya’s tropical beaches after the adventure ■ Itinerary Overview: Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi &amp; Transfer to Nanyuki – Enjoy scenic views en route to the race venue. Day 2: Race Day! ■■■■ – Compete in the Amazing Maasai Marathon (Full/Half/10K) and celebrate with Maasai cultural performances. Day 3: Maasai Cultural Tour &amp; Safari Begins – Visit an authentic Maasai village before transferring to Ol Pejeta Conservancy , famous for white &amp; black rhinos . Day 4: Full-Day Safari in Ol Pejeta – Enjoy game drives in one of Kenya’s top wildlife reserves, home to lions, elephants, and the last two northern white rhinos in the world . Day 5: Morning Safari &amp; Return to Nairobi – One last game drive before heading back for your departure flight. Package Includes: ✔■ Marathon registration &amp; race entry ✔■ 4 nights’ accommodation (full board) ✔■ Big Five safari in Ol Pejeta ✔■ Private 4x4 safari vehicle with an expert guide ✔■ Maasai cultural visit &amp; race celebration event South Rift Helicopter Safari.</p>

This is a starting point. We refine lodges, flying days and pacing around who is travelling, the season and how you like to spend a safari afternoon.

Amazing Maasai Marathon & Big Five Safari.

The Great Wildebeest Migration

The Mara forms part of the Serengeti–Mara ecosystem where more than a million wildebeest and thousands of zebra move with the rains. River crossings — when they happen — are unpredictable and unforgettable.

We time camp choice and game-drive rhythm to the season rather than promising a single spectacle on a fixed date.

Private conservancies

Conservancy land beside the reserve often allows fewer vehicles, guided walks and night drives that the main reserve cannot offer.

That flexibility changes the feel of a Mara journey — especially for photographers and repeat visitors.

Regions on this safari

This route focuses on Multi-destination. We adjust lodge choice, flight legs and the number of nights in each area to match your season and travel style.

Planning notes

Discover the ultimate Amazing Maasai Marathon &amp; Safari Packages 2025 . Run in one of Kenya’s most scenic marathons and embark on an unforgettable Big Five safari in Maasai Mara, Ol Pejeta, or a tropical escape to Diani Beach. Book your adventure today! Why Combine the Amazing Maasai Marathon with a Safari? The Amazing Maasai Marathon is more than just a race—it’s an adventure through Kenya’s stunning landscapes, held in Nanyuki near the foothills of Mount Kenya . After the marathon, why not make the most of your trip with a Big Five safari or a relaxing beach holiday in Diani ? ✔■ Run at high altitude and challenge yourself ✔■ Experience authentic Maasai culture ✔■ See Africa’s iconic wildlife on a safari ✔■ Relax on Kenya’s tropical beaches after the adventure ■ Itinerary Overview: Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi &amp; Transfer to Nanyuki – Enjoy scenic views en route to the race venue. Day 2: Race Day! ■■■■ – Compete in the Amazing Maasai Marathon (Full/Half/10K) and celebrate with Maasai cultural performances. Day 3: Maasai Cultural Tour &amp; Safari Begins – Visit an authentic Maasai village before transferring to Ol Pejeta Conservancy , famous for white &amp; black rhinos . Day 4: Full-Day Safari in Ol Pejeta – Enjoy game drives in one of Kenya’s top wildlife reserves, home to lions, elephants, and the last two northern white rhinos in the world . Day 5: Morning Safari &amp; Return to Nairobi – One last game drive before heading back for your departure flight. Package Includes: ✔■ Marathon registration &amp; race entry ✔■ 4 nights’ accommodation (full board) ✔■ Big Five safari in Ol Pejeta ✔■ Private 4x4 safari vehicle with an expert guide ✔■ Maasai cultural visit &amp; race celebration event South Rift Helicopter Safari.

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Day 1 Journey overview Kenya

Discover the ultimate Amazing Maasai Marathon &amp; Safari Packages 2025 . Run in one of Kenya’s most scenic marathons and embark on an unforgettable Big Five safari in Maasai Mara, Ol Pejeta, or a tropical escape to Diani Beach. Book your adventure today! Why Combine the Amazing Maasai Marathon with a Safari? The Amazing Maasai Marathon is more than just a race—it’s an adventure through Kenya’s stunning landscapes, held in Nanyuki near the foothills of Mount Kenya . After the marathon, why not...

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Experiences on this safari

  • Game drives at dawn and dusk
  • Visit a Maasai cultural village
  • Hot air balloon safari
  • Bush breakfast, lunch or dinner
  • Night game drives in private conservancies

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Practical information

How to get there

Most journeys begin in Nairobi. Road transfers to the Maasai Mara take around five to six hours; scheduled flights reach many parks in under an hour. We choose road or air based on your time, comfort and the rhythm of the route.

Climate

Kenya has a cooler season from June to November with daytime averages around 20°C. Nights can feel crisp on the plateau. Mid-October to November brings short rains; December to April is warmer, often reaching 30°C by day. Long rains typically fall in April and May, often as afternoon showers after sunny mornings.

Best time to visit

We often shape Kenya journeys around mid-July to mid-October for migration viewing in the Mara, or June to October and December to March for strong general game viewing across multiple parks.

Information & facts

  • Big Five — elephant, lion, leopard, rhino and buffalo
  • Wildebeest, zebra and gazelle during migration season
  • Cheetah, serval and hyena
  • Hippo and crocodile along river systems
  • Reticulated giraffe and Grevy's zebra in the north
  • Home to iconic savannah and Rift Valley landscapes
  • Private conservancies allow flexible game viewing
  • Coast extensions pair well with inland safari time

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Guided activities as listed
  • Park fees where stated

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Items not listed

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