Affordable 3days Maasai Mara Group Tour
Explore the Maasai Mara without breaking the bank! This complete 3-day group tour itinerary shows you how to experience iconic wildlife & landscapes on an affordable budget.
Affordable 3-day Maasai Mara group. These tours typically include shared transport, meals and 2 nights of accommodation, with options to upgrade to lodges joining a larger group is often more cost-effective.
An iconic Maasai Mara safari is a dream for many, but it doesn’t have to be a luxury. An affordable 3-day group tour is the perfect way to witness Africa’s breathtaking wildlife and landscapes while sharing costs and experiences with fellow travelers. Here’s exactly what you can expect from this classic, value-packed adventure.
Itenerary
Day 1: Nairobi to the Mara – Adventure Begins
Convenient pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or a central meeting point. Meet your guide and fellow safari companions. Depart for the Maasai Mara. The drive itself is scenic, with a memorable stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for panoramic photos.
Arrive at your selected budget-friendly camp or lodge near the reserve. These offer comfortable, clean accommodation in rooms—all you need as a base.
Enjoy a prepared lunch at the camp.
After having your lunch enter the reserve for your initial taste of the wild. Spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, and antelope as your expert guide explains the ecosystem.
Return to the camp and enjoy Dinner and overnight at the camp, sharing stories under a blanket of stars.
Day 2: Full Day Exploring the Mara
Early Morning enjoy breakfast followed by an extensive full-day game drive with packed lunches. This is your best chance to see the Mara’s famous predators—lions, cheetahs, and if you’re lucky, leopards. You’ll explore diverse areas, from the Talek River to the open plains.
Enjoy your lunch at a scenic spot within the reserve, surrounded by nature. Continue the search for wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles, and the elusive rhino.
Return to camp for a well-earned dinner and rest.
Day 3: Final Morning Safari & Return to Nairobi
Have your final breakfast followed by an optional visit to a Maasai village (additional cost, typically $20) for an authentic cultural experience.
Return to your camp and prepare to check out, and begin your journey back to Nairobi.
En Route Stop for lunch (own expense) and perhaps some souvenir shopping.
Drop-off in Nairobi, filled with unforgettable memories.
What’s Included
- Transport: Return transfers from Nairobi in a shared 4×4 safari van with a pop-up roof.
- Accommodation: 2 nights’ stay in a budget safari camp/lodge (shared room/tent).
- Meals: Full board on safari (2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners as per itinerary).
- Game Drives: All scheduled shared game drives in the reserve.
- Guide: Services of a professional driver-guide.
- Taxes: All applicable government taxes and levies.
What’s Excluded
- International flights & Visa fees.
- Travel Insurance (highly recommended).
- Park Fees: All Maasai Mara National Reserve entry charges
- Tips & Gratuities for guide and camp staff.
- Optional Activities (e.g., Maasai Village visit, approx. $20-$25).
- Beverages & Alcohol (sodas, beers, bottled water beyond basics).
- Meals in Nairobi or lunch on the final return journey.
- Personal Expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls).
- Nairobi hotel accommodations before/after the tour.