3-Day Budget Masai Mara Shared Tour

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts cannot be arranged by this operator.

Travel by Road from Nairobi to Masai Mara

Your journey kicks off right in the heart of Nairobi’s CBD, with departure from our designated meeting point near Mama Ngina Street. From here, you’ll travel westward toward the world-famous Masai Mara. The drive takes you through ever-changing landscapes, beginning with the bustling city scene before opening up to sweeping views of the Great Rift Valley. A short pause at the Rift Valley viewpoint allows you to take in this dramatic escarpment. By late afternoon, you’ll arrive at the camp, giving you time to relax, settle in, and enjoy the simple camp atmosphere before dinner and your overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Lenchada Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore the Entire Masai Mara

After an early breakfast, you’ll set off for a full day adventure across the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. The reserve’s endless golden plains dotted with acacia trees provide the perfect backdrop for incredible game viewing. With its vast network of tracks, the Mara offers some of the closest wildlife encounters in Kenya, making it a paradise for photographers and nature lovers alike.

Throughout the day, you’ll search for the legendary **Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—**as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and countless bird species. Midday, you’ll pause at a scenic spot near the hippo pool to enjoy your picnic lunch, with a chance to spot hippos and crocodiles lazing in the river.

The adventure continues into the afternoon, with more opportunities to capture unforgettable moments as the sun begins to dip over the savannah. By evening, you’ll return to camp for a hearty dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Lenchada Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Return From Masai Mara to Nairobi by Road

Awaken to the crisp morning air of the Mara and prepare for a special cultural highlight—a visit to a traditional Masai village. Here, you’ll be warmly welcomed by the Masai community, where you’ll have the chance to interact with families, discover their time-honored customs, observe vibrant dances, and learn about their remarkable way of life that has endured for centuries. This enriching encounter adds a meaningful cultural touch to your safari experience.

Afterwards, begin your scenic journey back to Nairobi, enjoying the changing landscapes along the way. You’ll arrive in the city by late afternoon, with your driver-guide dropping you off at our convenient detour point in Nairobi’s CBD, perfectly timed for those connecting to their evening departures.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation cannot be arranged by this operator.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.