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3-Day Masai Mara Safari Tours
The Masai Mara National Reserve is a safari destination that is hard to beat. Indeed, if you’ve been dreaming of an African safari, the image you have in mind is probably very close to the Masai Mara. This is quintessential Africa: wide open savannah, with herds of grazers moving along the horizon, stopping in the shade of isolated acacia trees in the heat of the day. You’ll get to see your fair share of predators too. Lion and cheetah are common, but finding a leopard requires a bit more patience. Thinking of booking a 3-day Masai Mara safari? Here are some answers to frequently asked questions that might help your planning.
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3-Day Masai Mara Budget Safari Tour Kenya 2024 - 2025
$365 to $585 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Bienvenido Kenya Tours and Safaris
4.3/5 – 84 Reviews
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Best Seller
3-Day Masai Mara Sopa Shared Group
$858 to $990 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Jocky Tours and Safaris
4.9/5 – 1445 Reviews
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Best Seller
3-Day Fly in Fly out Masai Mara National Reserve
$1,635 to $2,151 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxury+Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Kameraz of Afrika
4.8/5 – 105 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Masai Mara Budget Group Joining Safari
$572 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Karibu Safaris In Kenya
4.8/5 – 1392 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Group Joining Trip
$374 to $594 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Lenchada Safaris
4.9/5 – 774 Reviews
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3-Day Masai Mara Classic Wildlife Safari Adventure
$385 to $627 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Jungleroam Safaris
5.0/5 – 65 Reviews
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3-Day Masai Mara Flying Safari Tour Luxury Camp
$2,783 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Okoa Africa Tours
4.2/5 – 83 Reviews
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3-Day Masai Mara Flying Safari
$1,557 to $1,953 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Trav-Interactive
4.9/5 – 27 Reviews
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3-Day Memories of Ashnil Mara Fly-in Safari
$1,419 to $2,123 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
African Hartebeest Safaris
4.9/5 – 30 Reviews
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3-Day Budget Safari to Masai Mara in Search of the Big 5
$1,429 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourBudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Nairobi (End)
Tapestry of Africa Tours and Safaris
5.0/5 – 8 Reviews
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3-Day Masai Mara Private Budget Safari Adventure
$792 to $1,078 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourBudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Maasai Village (Cultural Village), Nairobi (End)
Oloropa Tours & Travel
5.0/5 – 7 Reviews
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3-Day Maasai Mara Group Safari
$605 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
African Beast Tours and Safaris
4.6/5 – 11 Reviews
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3-Day Masai Mara Luxury Migration Adventure
$1,465 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Peak Season Africa Safaris
5.0/5 – 7 Reviews
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3-Day Karibu Mara Budget Group Joining Safari 4x4 Jeep
$615 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Dosasha Tours & Safaris
5.0/5 – 13 Reviews
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3-Day Adventure Budget Safari to Maasai Mara
$650 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Safari Zest Tours
5.0/5 – 7 Reviews
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3-Day Kenya Masai Mara Express Safari
$1,518 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range ResortYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Shadows of Africa
5.0/5 – 134 Reviews
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3-Day Maasai Mara Thrilling Vacation Group Budget Tour
$715 to $935 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourBudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Maasai Village (Cultural Village), Jomo Kenyatta Airport (End)
Kubwa Five Safaris
5.0/5 – 132 Reviews
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3-Day Mara Migration Extravaganza-Luxury Safari Unveiled
$1,465 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Apodiformes Adventures
4.7/5 – 197 Reviews
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3-Day Nairobi to Masai Mara Luxury Safari
$1,188 to $1,320 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)LuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Madukha Tours and Safaris
4.7/5 – 27 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Thrilling Masai Mara Jeep Safari Spectacle
$760 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Super Eagles Travel and Tours
4.8/5 – 188 Reviews
6 Questions About 3-Day Masai Mara Safaris
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Ariadne van Zandbergen
Ariadne is a renowned Africa expert and photographer. She and her husband form a team who write and update many travel guides. She also contributes to travel and environmental magazines and tourism brochures. She has visited the Masai Mara several times and she hopes to go back soon.› More about Ariadne
6 Questions About 3-Day Masai Mara Safaris
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Is 3 days a recommended length of time for a trip in the Masai Mara?
“If your days are limited due to time or budget constraints, a 3-day safari to the Masai Mara is indeed worthwhile. Wildlife viewing in the Masai Mara will probably exceed your expectations, so you can count on seeing a lot, even on a 3-day safari. However, if you’re only visiting the Masai Mara, I would recommend extending your trip by a few days. A 3-day, 2-night safari is quite short, especially as you need to take into account the time to get there and back, and to settle into your lodge or campsite. It takes a few days to really get into the safari rhythm and adding more time will remove the pressure of trying to see all the major animals in a rush. If you are visiting the Masai Mara as part of a longer tour, 3 days should be enough, although you could easily spend longer as well.”
1Is it better to fly or go overland to the Masai Mara?
“You can either fly or drive from Nairobi to the Masai Mara but flying is a better option, although it is more expensive. The flight takes about 45 minutes, so it is a good way to maximize your time in the reserve. The drive takes about five to six hours, and the last 100km is very bumpy. Still, with an early start in Nairobi, you can make it in time to the reserve for an afternoon drive. Remember though that you might be tired of bumping around on rough roads and you may not feel like more of it. Most fly-in safaris use luxury accommodation, which includes game drives with resident guides who know the area extremely well. A road safari is usually more budget-friendly, so you might want to consider the price difference as well. Although most people on a 3-day Masai Mara safari come from Nairobi, it is also possible to fly there from other reserves or the coast. This can cut out a stay in Nairobi, as well as the congested drive in and out of the city.”
2What accommodation can I expect on a 3-day Masai Mara safari?
“A large range of accommodation options is available in the Masai Mara, suiting all budgets. Camping is the most budget-friendly option. Specialized operators offer very comfortable camping safaris, and it is perhaps the best way to feel totally immersed in nature for the duration of your trip. If you want to keep the price down, but camping isn’t your thing, consider a budget lodge tour. Although budget accommodation is usually just outside the reserve, it can still make a good base for game drives. There is a large variety of mid-range lodges inside the Mara. Many are larger hotels or smaller simple tented camps. Budget permitting, you can find luxury in the Masai Mara too. The high-end lodges and camps often go hand in hand with a fly-in safari. In this category, you can expect small, exclusive luxury boutique lodges, offering impeccable personal service, fine dining and excellent guiding. There are some rustic options in this category as well, including tented camps with furnishings reminiscent of colonial times.”
3Which animals am I likely to see?
“On a 3-day Masai Mara safari you’ll be able to see most of the iconic safari animals except for rhino. Black rhino is present, but sightings are rare. The open savannah of the Masai Mara offers incredible wildlife viewing. Not only are animal densities very high, the open terrain makes viewing easy. If you come here in late September or October, you might be lucky to witness the annual migration of 2.5 million wildebeest, zebra and gazelle as they follow the rains in search of new grass. There is always a lot of wildlife in the Mara though, and big cats are especially easy to spot.”
4How much does a 3-day safari in the Masai Mara cost?
“For a 3-day tour in the Masai Mara, expect a starting price of US$300 per person for camping. Mid-range tours start at about US$500 per person, while luxury tours start at about US$800 per person, but prices go much higher than that. Safari packages to the Masai Mara span a wide price range, influenced by several variables. Lodge safaris tend to be a lot pricier than budget-friendly camping safaris. And lodge safaris aren’t all equal. There are different levels of comfort and luxury, all at different prices too. There are many 3-day road safaris on offer. Although a fly-in safari will be pricier than a road safari, it might be preferable when considering the time limitations of 3 days. Whether you book a private safari or join a group tour also affects the cost. If you don’t mind traveling in the low season, you can usually get a good deal. This corresponds with the Wet season, so expect some rain, but the scenery is lusher than in the Dry season, and the birding is at its best. I recommend shopping around and getting a few quotations before booking your safari. ”
5How do I avoid the crowds in the park?
“The Masai Mara is very popular, but there are ways to avoid the crowds on your 3-day safari. Consider visiting in the low-season months of April to May or November to December. This isn’t the best time for the wildebeest migration, but there is always plenty of wildlife around. April and May are the wettest months, but you will appreciate the lush scenery and abundance of baby animals. Some areas of the Mara are busier than others. The western area of the reserve sees the least tourism traffic. For a really exclusive experience, consider staying in one of the private conservancies outside the Masai Mara proper. The Masai Mara is one of Africa’s most iconic destinations. And for good reason. There are few places that offer the same quality of wildlife viewing in such a typical African savannah setting. Kenya has been marketing African safaris for a long time, so it isn’t surprising that you won’t be the only one considering a safari in the Masai Mara. ”
6Masai Mara Reviews
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Mark is a travel writer who grew up in Africa and has written over 700 titles for Condé Nast Traveller, Travel Africa, BBC Wildlife and others.
Big cat country par excellence!
Where else can you be following a lioness and her three cubs towards their luggah hideout and at the same instant see a pair of cheetahs sitting high on their termite hill lookout? The Masai Mara has everything within an incredibly short...
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Sue is an award-winning writer who specializes in African travel and conservation. She writes for national newspapers, magazines, Rough Guides and Lonely Planet.
Migration madness in the Mara
As neighbour to Tanzania’s Serengeti, the obvious attraction of the Mara is the chaotic migration of thousands upon thousands of wildebeest and zebra during July/August and then in October as they follow the scent of greener pastures. I...
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The World's Greatest Wildlife Spectacle That Should Be at the Top of Everyone's Bucket List
The Maasai Mara is the classic picture of Africa everyone imagines and my favorite of the four parks visited on my recent three week trip (also visited Nairobi and Lake Nakuru in Kenya, Etosha in Namibia.) A full day game drive in the...
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Masai Mara National Reserve is one of the best safari destinations in the world, renowned for its incredible wildlife diversity, spectacular Great Migration, and vast, picturesque landscapes. The chance to see the Big Five and experience...
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It was amazing! If we had known - we would have stayed one extra day in Masai Maara and 2 full days of game drive. The best park!
I would have skipped Hell's gate and Naivasha, and gotten one extra day in Masai Maara.
Exceptionally amazing
My visit to Maasai Mara National Park was spectacular. It is a paradise where the spirit of the wild thrives.The park's expansive grasslands and rocky outcrops, provided the perfect unforgettable adventure. The majestic lions, graceful...