3-Day Maasai Mara Budget Camping Safari
3 Days / 2 Nights4.6 (287 reviews)Max 7 guestsBest: Year-round; July – October for migration
Overview
Proof that a world-class safari doesn't need a luxury price tag. Join a small group in a safari van or Land Cruiser for the same game drives, the same lions, and the same sunsets as the big lodges — while sleeping in comfortable dome tents with proper bedding at a lively public campsite just outside the reserve gates. Meals are cooked fresh by your safari chef. The most popular budget safari in Kenya, run every day of the year.
Highlights
- Full Maasai Mara game-drive programme
- Camping with bedding provided — just bring yourself
- Fresh-cooked meals by a safari chef
- Small international groups, daily departures
- Optional Maasai village visit
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
1Nairobi to the Mara — Evening Game Drive
Depart Nairobi at 7:00 am via the Rift Valley viewpoint, arriving at camp for lunch. Afternoon game drive in the reserve until sunset.
2Full Day Game Drive
A full day inside the reserve with picnic lunch at the hippo pools of the Mara River. Optional Maasai village visit on the way back to camp.
3Sunrise Drive — Back to Nairobi
Early-morning game drive at the hour of the predators, breakfast at camp, then the return drive to Nairobi arriving late afternoon.
What's Included
- Transport from Nairobi (shared safari vehicle)
- 2 nights' camping with full bedding
- All meals on safari
- Park entrance fees
- Professional driver-guide and camp chef
Not Included
- Sleeping bag hire if preferred ($10)
- Drinks
- Maasai village visit ($25)
- Tips
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