3 Days Masai Mara Camping Safari – Budget Adventure in Kenya’s Top Wildlife Reserve
Experience the ultimate African wildlife adventure with our 3 Days Masai Mara Camping Safari, a budget-friendly journey into Kenya’s most famous game reserve — the breathtaking Maasai Mara National Reserve. Known for its abundant wildlife, endless savannah plains, and the world-renowned Great Wildebeest Migration, Masai Mara offers one of the best safari experiences in Africa.
This 3-day Masai Mara camping tour is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic African safari at an affordable price. Enjoy thrilling game drives in search of the Big Five — lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo — guided by experienced local safari experts. Witness cheetahs hunting across the plains, giraffes browsing acacia trees, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras roaming freely in their natural habitat.
Your adventure begins in Nairobi, with a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley viewpoint before arriving at the reserve. Spend two nights in a comfortable budget tented camp, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness under star-lit skies.
Safari Highlights:
Multiple game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Opportunity to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal)
Big Five wildlife viewing
Scenic drive via the Great Rift Valley
Optional Maasai village cultural visit
Budget camping accommodation with meals included
Whether you're a solo traveler, couple, student group, or adventure seeker, this Masai Mara budget camping safari delivers unforgettable wildlife encounters at an affordable price.
Book your 3 Days Masai Mara Camping Safari today and discover why Maasai Mara is Africa’s most iconic safari destination.
Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara
Depart Nairobi early in the morning and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a stop at a viewpoint for breathtaking photos, Continue through the Maasai land and arrive at the camp in time for lunch.Relax at the camp before heading out for an evening game drive in Maasai Mara, where you will have the first glimpse of the reserve’s abundant wildlife.Return to the camp for dinner and overnight stay in tents under the starlit sky.
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara
After an early breakfast, set off for a full-day game drive with packed lunch. Explore the vast plains of Maasai Mara, home to lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, and large herds of wildebeest. Visit the Mara River, a prime location to witness hippos, crocodiles, and, if in season, the Great Wildebeest Migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the reserve, surrounded by stunning landscapes. Optional visit to a Maasai village to experience their unique culture and traditions (additional cost). Return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3: Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Early breakfast and check out, embark on enroute game drive to spot wildlife on the way, drive back to Nairobi with a stopover for lunch along the way, arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, marking the end of the safari.
Highlights of the Tour:
- Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley.
- Game drives with expert guides in search of the Big Five.
- Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal).
- Visit to the Mara River to see hippos and crocodiles.
- Camping experience in the wild, surrounded by nature.
- Optional Maasai village visit to learn about their culture.
What’s Included:
- Transport in a comfortable safari van with a pop-up roof.
- 2 nights’ accommodation in a tented camp.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) as per the itinerary.
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
- Game drives in Maasai Mara.
- Park entry fees.
- Bottled drinking water.
What’s Not Included:
- International/domestic flights.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Optional Maasai village visit fees.
- Soft and alcoholic drinks.
- Tips and gratuities for the driver/guide.
- Any other personal expenses.
What to Bring:
- Comfortable safari clothing (neutral colors).
- A good pair of binoculars.
- Camera with extra batteries.
- Sunhat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
- Warm clothing for chilly mornings and evenings.
- Personal toiletries and medications.
- Flashlight or headlamp.
- Extra cash for optional activities and souvenirs
January to June
Price per person joining safari is US$ 650
July to December
Price per person joining safari is US$ 860
Included in the package
- Transport with 4x4 safari Vehicle with pop-up roof
- All park entrance fees
- Accommodations in the Luxury tented self-contained camps
- Full board, three meals per day while on safari
- Game drives
- Drinking water
Excluded in the package
- Tips for the drive/cook
- Hot Air Balloon
- Soft Drinks
- Local Flight
- Entrance to the Maasai village in Maasai Mara {optional 25 usd per person payable direct to the Masai elders in the village}
- Personal Items
What to bring
- Sunscreen and lip-balm
- First aid kit and insect repellent
- Binoculars
- Camera with zoom lenses
- Spare film or memory card and batteries or battery pack
- Sun glass and sun hat
- Long sleeved shirt and long trousers
- Warm sweater
For last minute booking call/ whatsapp/ sms us on +254 734 878643
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Date of experience: July 2021
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