3-Day Masai Mara Budget Safari | Rough North Kenya

3-Day Masai Mara Budget Safari | Rough North Kenya

This popular budget-friendly group safari offers an unforgettable 3-day adventure in the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve. Departing from Nairobi, the journey takes you through the scenic Great Rift Valley, with game drives starting on arrival day, a full day of exploration, and a final sunrise drive before returning to Nairobi.

Important Notes

• Group-joining safari (minimum 4 participants, maximum 8)
• Departure guaranteed with at least 4 confirmed participants (no waiting for full vehicle)
• Accommodation in comfortable tented camps with full-board meals
• All activities in a pop-up roof safari vehicle for excellent wildlife viewing

Key Highlights

• Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley with stunning viewpoints
• Evening and full-day game drives in Masai Mara – home to the Big Five and Great Migration
• Sunrise game drive on day 3 – best time to spot big cats hunting
• Budget-friendly group experience with expert driver/guide
• Picnic lunches and bottled water provided throughout

Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara

After breakfast, meet your fellow travelers and driver/guide at our Nairobi office for a briefing. Depart at 8:15 AM, traveling north through the Great Rift Valley — one of the largest geological features on Earth, formed millions of years ago and stretching from Jordan to Mozambique. Enjoy breathtaking views and photo stops along the escarpment. Continue to Narok town for an early hot lunch. Proceed to Masai Mara, arriving in the afternoon. Check into your camp, freshen up, and head out for an introductory evening game drive. The Masai Mara is renowned for its black-maned lions, vast herds of plains game, and the annual Great Wildebeest Migration. Dinner and overnight at Enchoro Wildlife Camp (or similar). (Meals: Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: Full Day in Masai Mara

After breakfast, enjoy a full day of game viewing across the Masai Mara’s rolling savannah, acacia-dotted plains, and river valleys. This world-class reserve is home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo), cheetah, hyena, giraffe, and countless plains animals. Picnic lunch will be served at the famous Hippo Pools along the Mara River. Return to camp in the late afternoon for relaxation. Dinner and overnight at Enchoro Wildlife Camp (or similar). (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: Sunrise Game Drive – Masai Mara to Nairobi

Early start at 6:30 AM for a sunrise game drive — the best time to witness big cats (leopard, cheetah, lion) hunting and active wildlife. Return to camp by 9:30 AM for a hearty breakfast. Check out and depart with en-route game viewing. Stop for lunch at Narok or Mai Mahiu towns. Continue to Nairobi, arriving between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)

Includes

• Airport pick-up on arrival and drop-off on departure day
• Transport in a safari 4x4 vehicle with pop-up roof for excellent wildlife viewing
• All national park and conservation area entrance fees
• Full-board accommodation in comfortable tented camps (meals as detailed: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
• Picnic lunches during full-day game drives
• Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide
• Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
• Emergency flying doctor evacuation cover (up to 1,000 km radius from Nairobi)
• All applicable taxes and government levies

Excludes

• International flights
• Travel and personal insurance (mandatory)
• Tips and gratuities for driver/guide
• Accommodation on the first night upon arrival in Nairobi
• Soft drinks, juices, alcoholic beverages
• Optional activities (e.g., Masai village visit ~$20 per person, hot air balloon safari ~$425 per person – bookable in advance)
• Any items of personal nature (laundry, snacks, extra bottled water, etc.)