3-Day Masai Mara Camping Safari
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Masai Mara Big Five Adventure – Experience thrilling guided 4x4 game drives across Masai Mara National Reserve, home to lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinos.
Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October) – Witness millions of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara River in one of nature’s most dramatic spectacles.
Authentic Camping Experience – Stay in dome tents at budget camps near the reserve gate, with shared facilities, hot showers, and campfire dinners under African skies.
Optional Maasai Village Visit – Discover Maasai culture, traditions, and way of life with a guided village tour.
Perfect for Solo Travelers, Backpackers & Students – Affordable, adventurous, and designed for travelers seeking authentic Kenyan safari experiences at the best value.
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara – Into the Wild
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up in Nairobi. Travel west across the dramatic Great Rift Valley, stopping at a scenic viewpoint for panoramic photos, before continuing through the farmlands and plains of Narok County.
By mid-afternoon, arrive at Lenchada Tourist Camp, a trusted budget-friendly base near Oloolaimutia Gate. Settle into your dome tent accommodation with foam mattresses, shared hot showers, and toilets—simple yet cozy for a true camping safari in Kenya.
In the late afternoon, head out on your first game drive in Masai Mara National Reserve, where elephants, giraffes, lions, and cheetahs may be your first sightings. Return to camp at sunset for dinner and a campfire evening under starry African skies.
Travel Tip: Keep your camera handy during the drive—you’ll pass through some of Kenya’s most photogenic landscapes.
- Ready to swap Nairobi’s city life for the thrill of an African safari adventure? Your Masai Mara experience starts today.
Distance: ~270 km | Drive Time: 5–6 hours (with stops)
Day 2: Full-Day Masai Mara Safari – Big Cats & Migration
Wake up to breakfast before a full-day safari game drive in Masai Mara. Explore Africa’s richest wildlife sanctuary in a shared 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for perfect photography.
Spot prides of lions, elephants crossing the plains, buffalo herds, galloping zebras, and giraffes grazing. If you travel between July and October, you’ll witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, a natural spectacle as millions of wildebeest and zebras thunder across the Mara River.
Pause for a picnic lunch in the heart of the reserve before resuming your adventure. By evening, return to camp for dinner. Optional: visit a Maasai village (extra cost) to learn about traditions, beadwork, and warrior culture.
Safari Moment: Watching the golden sunset over the Mara plains after a day of wildlife encounters is simply unforgettable.
- Looking for a budget safari in Kenya that still delivers the Big Five and migration action? Masai Mara is your answer.
Day 3: Masai Mara to Nairobi – Farewell to the Savannah
Enjoy your final camp breakfast. You may opt for an early morning game drive in Masai Mara (extra cost) to catch predators on the move at sunrise, or take a cultural visit to a nearby Maasai village.
By mid-morning, depart the Mara, retracing your route through Narok and the Great Rift Valley. Stop for lunch along the way before arriving in Nairobi late afternoon or evening. Drop-off is at your hotel or airport (extra cost for transfers).
Safari Reflection: In just three days, you’ve experienced Kenya’s most iconic safari destination, camped under the African stars, and made memories to last a lifetime.
- Want to extend your adventure? Ask Pita Safaris, your trusted East Africa safari operator, about combining Masai Mara with Lake Nakuru or Amboseli for a longer safari.
Distance: ~270 km | Drive Time: 5–6 hours (with stops)
Inclusions
Accommodation • 2 nights in budget tents at Lenchada Tourist Camp or similar (just outside Masai Mara gate) • Dome tents with beddings, foam mattresses, mosquito nets, and access to hot showers & toilets
Camping Equipment • All gear provided: tent, sleeping bag, mattress, and pillow
Meals • Full-board: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 2 dinners • Freshly prepared meals by the camp cook
Transport & Transfers • Round-trip ground transport between Nairobi & Masai Mara • Shared 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof for optimal wildlife viewing • Final drop-off at Nairobi city center or hotel (airport transfers at extra cost)
🦁 Game Drives & Park Fees • Afternoon game drive on Day 1 and full-day safari on Day 2 in Masai Mara National Reserve • All Masai Mara entry fees, concession fees & government taxes included
Added Value • Bottled drinking water provided during game drives • Guided by a professional, English-speaking safari driver-guide
Exclude
International Flights • Airfare to/from Nairobi
Visa Fees • Kenyan visa costs & processing
Optional Activities • Maasai village visits, hot air balloon safaris, and other optional excursions
Travel Insurance • Not included; strongly recommended for all travelers
Tips & Personal Expenses • Tipping for guide, cook & camp staff (customary & appreciated) • Souvenirs, snacks, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages & laundry
Extra Accommodation • Pre- and post-safari hotel stays in Nairobi (bookable on request)
Minimum Age
3 years old
Includes
Water & Guide
Briefing
7:30 AM
Guaranteed Departures
2 Guests (MIN)
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