3 Day Masai Mara Budget Camping Safari
Wonderful Kenya Safari
Embark on a captivating 3-day excursion into the enchanting wilderness of the Masai Mara with Pita Safaris. Our budget-conscious camping safari is meticulously crafted for the intrepid souls who yearn for an authentic and raw safari experience, balanced with affordability. As the quintessential African safari destination, the Masai Mara is a canvas painted with the Big Five, set against the backdrop of sprawling savannahs and punctuated by the vibrant culture of the Maasai people. Each night, retreat to the humble comforts of your campsite, nestled under a tapestry of stars, and let the tales of the day's adventures lull you into the spirit of the African night.
Key information
- Private and group safari possible: rates vary depending on this
- Maximum group size is 7 persons and minimum of 1 person
- English speaking driver guide
- Starting and ending point: Nairobi
- Park fees included
Highlights
- 3 days' Maasai Mara game drives
- Transportation to and from Nairobi in a safari vehicle equipped for game viewing
- Services of experienced driver/guide and cook
- Complimentary hotel/airport pick-up and drop-off
- Delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners
- Drinking water on safari provided
- 2 nights' accommodation
Styles
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (US$ 20 per person)
Accommodation
Lenchada Tourist Camp or similar
Lenchada Tourist Camp are budget safari camps just outside the gates of the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Accommodations in self-contained Tents fitted with camp beds/Linen is provided.
Program
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara
Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, where you'll set off on a scenic drive through the Kenyan countryside, heading towards the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. As you travel, you'll pass through picturesque landscapes and traditional Maasai villages, offering a glimpse into rural Kenya.
Upon arrival, check-in at your campsite and enjoy a hearty lunch. The excitement builds as you prepare for your first game drive. In the late afternoon, you'll embark on an exhilarating safari, driving through the vast savannahs and spotting the diverse wildlife that the Mara is renowned for, including the Big Five—lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino. As dusk falls, you'll return to camp to enjoy a delicious dinner and share stories of your first day’s sightings around the campfire. Dinner and overnight stay at Lenchada Tourist Camp, or somewhere comparable
Day 2: Full-Day Masai Mara
As dawn breaks, you'll venture forth for a day dedicated to the pursuit of wildlife encounters. The Mara unfolds before you, a living diorama where each turn brings new sightings - from the stealthy cheetah to the formidable buffalo. A picnic lunch in the wild offers a moment to savor the serenity, while an optional visit to a Maasai village presents a cultural tapestry rich with tradition (note that this will be at an additional cost). As dusk settles, the campfire beckons, offering warmth and a chance to reflect on the day's sights and sounds over a traditional safari dinner.
Day 3: Masai Mara to Nairobi
After a hearty breakfast at the camp, you’ll pack up and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Reflect on the incredible experiences and wildlife encounters as you drive through the changing landscapes. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, concluding your memorable 3-day safari adventure. This budget-friendly camping safari offers an immersive and unforgettable experience of Kenya’s iconic Masai Mara, providing lasting memories of its diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes.
Location
Maasai Mara National Reserve
This safari tour will take you to Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve located in the extreme southwest of the country of Kenya which is on the border with Tanzania. This vast expansive unfenced savannah grassland covering over 1,500 square kilometers is a true wildlife haven. The Mara is also home to the richest concentration of wildlife including the Big Five (elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo), zebras, antelope, gnus, oribis, hyenas, giraffes, warthogs, gazelles, hartebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and others.
The park has the largest concentration of African lions including the black-maned lion. Birdlife is as plentiful as wildlife at the Masai Mara which boasts over 400 different birds' species. The reserve’s topography is mainly an open savannah (grassland) with clusters of acacia trees along the southeastern area of the park. The Mara and Talek rivers grace the rolling plains of the reserve. You could spend a month in the Maasai Mara and still enjoy fresh encounters every day.
Food
Your meals will consist of two breakfasts, three lunches, and two dinners. Drinking water will also be provided. During your safari, you may expect to enjoy a picnic lunch with the hippos and crocodiles.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Lactose Free
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
- Souvenirs shopping on the way back to Nairobi
- Visit a local Maasai village - 20 USD per person
- One way Airport transfer - 20 USD per person
- Hot-air balloon ride over the Maasai Mara - 450 USD per person
Spa treatments
What's included
- Transportation to and from Nairobi in a safari vehicle equipped for game viewing
- Services of an experienced, English-speaking safari guide throughout the trip
- All necessary park entrance fees to the Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation for two nights in basic but comfortable tented camps
- All meals are provided during the safari, which includes two breakfasts, two lunches, and two dinners
- Scheduled game drives as outlined in the itinerary
- Access to drinking water during the safari
What's not included
- Personal travel and medical insurance
- International and domestic flights, as well as visa fees
- Optional activities, such as cultural visits to a Maasai village
- Personal expenditures, including toiletries, souvenirs, and additional snacks
- Gratuities for the safari guide and camp staff, which are optional and at the guest's discretion
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks can be purchased separately
- Any meals, services, or accommodations not mentioned as inclusions
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
174 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 20 per person
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Pita Safaris will pick and drop you off within some places Nairobi.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 15 days before arrival.
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