Overview
Experience the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, Africa's greatest wildlife destination, through our affordable group joining safari. Departing from Nairobi, this 3-day adventure takes you deep into the heart of Kenya's most celebrated game reserve, where vast savannahs teem with an incredible diversity of wildlife. The Maasai Mara is world-renowned for hosting the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino), the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration (from July to October), and over 450 species of animals, as well as 570 recorded bird species. By joining other travelers heading to the Mara on the same dates, you share transport costs while enjoying a genuine safari experience in comfortable 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs for optimal game viewing. Whether you're a solo traveler, couple, or small group, our group joining safari offers the perfect balance of adventure, affordability, and social connection. Choose from a range of accommodation options—from budget camps to luxury lodges—or skip accommodation entirely if you have your own arrangements. With guaranteed departures, experienced guides, and comprehensive itineraries, this safari delivers unforgettable wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes without breaking the bank.
Tour Activities
- Two days of game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Bird watching (over 570 species recorded)
- Photography opportunities with stunning savannah landscapes
- Optional Maasai village cultural visit
- Optional hot air balloon safari at dawn
What to Bring
- Comfortable casual clothing in neutral colors (khaki, brown, green)
- Warm jacket or fleece for early morning game drives
- Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
- Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
- Binoculars for enhanced wildlife viewing
- Personal toiletries and medications
- Insect repellent
- Reusable water bottle
- Power bank for charging devices
Best Time to Visit
- Migration Season: July - October (witness the Great Wildebeest Migration)
- Dry Season: June - October, January - February (excellent game viewing)
- Green Season: November - May (fewer crowds, lush landscapes, great for bird watching)
- Year-Round: The Maasai Mara offers outstanding wildlife viewing in every season
Transport
Transport is charged at a flat rate of USD 45 per person per day and includes game drives in a 4×4 safari jeep and transfers with pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi CBD.
Park Fees
| Dates |
Rate for non-resident/day |
Rate for non-resident child/day |
| 01, January, 2026 - 30, June, 2026 |
USD 100 |
USD 50 |
| 01, July, 2026 - 31, December, 2026 |
USD 200 |
USD 50 |
Accommodation & Meals
Choose Your Comfort Level:
Clients can select from various accommodation options to suit their budget and preferences, or skip accommodation entirely if they have their own arrangements:
Budget Camps: (Basic but comfortable tented camps with shared or private facilities)
- Lenchada Budget Camp
- Miti Mingi Eco Camp, Masai Mara
Mid-Range Lodges/Camps :(Comfortable lodges with en-suite facilities and good amenities)
- Sopa Mara Lodge
- Jambo Mara Lodge
- Enkorok Mara Camp Ltd
- Mara Chui Resort Limited
- Olmoran Tented Camp
Luxury Camps: (Premium tented camps with superior comfort and services)
✅ Shared 4x4 safari vehicle transport with pop-up roof for game viewing
✅ Services of a professional, experienced driver-guide
✅ All game drives as per itinerary
✅ Drinking water throughout the safari
✅ Guaranteed departures (minimum 2 passengers)
✅ Pickup from Nairobi CBD or designated meeting point.
❌Accommodation (optional - can be added during booking or skipped if you have your own)
❌Park entry fees (can be added during booking)
❌Meals (included only if accommodation is selected)
❌Tips and gratuities for driver-guide
Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara
Meet at Bazaar, Moi Avenue at 7:30 am and depart for the Masai Mara at 8:00 am. The drive takes you through the Great Rift Valley escarpment and Narok town before arriving in time for lunch. Check in at the lodge/camp and relax before heading out for an afternoon game drive from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm in search of lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, and other members of the Big Five—dinner and overnight at the camp.
Day 2: Masai Mara – Full Day Game Drive
Have breakfast by 7:00 am and set out for a full-day game drive with a packed lunch. Explore various parts of the reserve in search of abundant wildlife and visit the Mara River, renowned for the annual wildebeest migration. Enjoy your picnic lunch in the wild, then continue with the game drive until 4:00 pm. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Masai Mara – Nairobi
After breakfast, prepare to check out of the camp. (Optional visit to a Maasai village to experience their culture, songs, and dances, and learn about their traditional way of life at an extra cost of USD 20 per person.) Depart for Nairobi, arriving around 3:00 pm, with drop-off at your hotel within the CBD or a central location.
