Category Maasai Mara Safaris

Kenya · MAASAI MARA SAFARIS

The 15 Best Maasai Mara Safaris, Compared

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The Mara is a five-hour drive or a fifty-minute flight from Nairobi, and nearly every operator runs a version of the same route. What separates these 15 is the number of nights inside the reserve, whether the vehicle is shared or yours, and whether park fees are already in the price. All three are set out for each one.

From Nairobi: 3 Days, 2 Nights Maasai Mara Group Safari

From Nairobi: 3 Days, 2 Nights Maasai Mara Group Safari - Nairobi pickup at 8:00, then straight into Rift Valley views

2.From Nairobi: 3 Days, 2 Nights Maasai Mara Group Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 394 reviews · 3 days · from $199

3-day Maasai Mara safari from Nairobi with Big Five odds, sunset drives, private tents with hot water, and an optional Maasai village stop.

“Our guide, Mr. Samuel, was extremely warm and friendly. His explanations were very professional and patient, and he always answered all of our questions in detail. He did his best to take us to see as many animals as possible, which made the safari experience truly enjoyable. The tent accommodation was better than expected — the bedsheets and blankets were clean, hot water was reliably available in the evenings, and the food was quite good. The kitchen staff were also very welcoming and kind. I would especially like to mention Mr. Thoya from the company, who was incredibly friendly and attentive. He regularly checked in with me to see whether…”

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5 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Naivasha Budget Joining Safari

5 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Naivasha Budget Joining Safari - Day 2 Masai Mara: a full day in the Mara with Mara River and the Serengeti border

3.5 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Naivasha Budget Joining Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · from $810

5-day budget joining safari from Nairobi to Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru for flamingos and rhinos, Naivasha, and Hell’s Gate walks and cycling.

“I did the tour over Maasai Mara, Nakuru and Naivasha and it was great! Our driver was Kenn, great driver and great guide, he did everything to show us the big 5 and he succeeded on it. Always the correct information about place and animals. It’s amazing as he is in contact with lot of people to know where and when to drive. It was great, totally worth it.”

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3 Days Gamedrive Safari In Masai Mara From Nairobi

3 Days Gamedrive Safari In Masai Mara From Nairobi - Day 1 in the Maasai Mara Reserve: Check-In, Then Late Afternoon Wildlife Time

4.3 Days Gamedrive Safari In Masai Mara From Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · from $555

3-day Maasai Mara safari from Nairobi with Rift Valley viewpoint, two-nights at a budget camp, and Big Five game drives.

“The right amount of safari time. The camp grounds are clean with good food quality (no wifi, specific hours for electricity, 24/7 hot water, and very very friendly staff). Our guide [Kevin] was smart, professional, easy-going, and really energetic about us having a good time.”

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From Nairobi: 3 – Days Maasai Mara Group Safari by 4WD

From Nairobi: 3 - Days Maasai Mara Group Safari by 4WD - Sunset game drive: why that first night is a big deal

5.From Nairobi: 3 – Days Maasai Mara Group Safari by 4WD

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 205 reviews · 3 days · from $240

Budget 3-day Maasai Mara 4WD safari from Nairobi with sunset and full-day game drives, simple camping, and optional Maasai village visit.

“What an amazing experience! Our guide Robi was very dedicated, super fun and hard working. The whole package from the transportation to the camps and the food were great. Shoutout to chef George from the kitchen for the delicious food. Absolutely recomend 10/10! Marija and Milica from Serbia”

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3 Days Maasai Mara Guided Safari from Nairobi

3 Days Maasai Mara Guided Safari from Nairobi - Day 1: Rift Valley Viewpoint, Then a Timed Sunset Drive

6.3 Days Maasai Mara Guided Safari from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 195 reviews · from $196Best value

Three days to Maasai Mara from Nairobi, with small-group game drives, ensuite tent comfort, and time for Maasai culture plus migration season thrills.

“When I book the tour a get a text that I have to pay extra on the Mara reserve 200 dollars , I contacted the manager of the company and he told me that I will pay on the gate there and it’s a government fee , I told I don’t have cash and I will pay by card and he say no problem, you don’t give any money to us , in the end of the tour the guide “Alex” was pushing me To give some cash and I told him that I agree with manage to pay on the gate , he attack me and took the phone…”

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3 Day Masai Mara Safari

3 Day Masai Mara Safari - Day 2: A Full 12-Hour Maasai Mara Game Drive and Big Five Chances

7.3 Day Masai Mara Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · from $929

Private 3-day safari from Nairobi to Maasai Mara with a 4x4 Land Cruiser, big-cat focus, included meals, and Rift Valley viewpoints.

“Wow! The excursion was spectacular! Looking for and finding so many animals was thrilling! Our driver and guide, Simon Peter, was outstanding! He was sooo knowledgeable, pleasant and fun! Our safari vehicle was comfortable and enjoyableRead more”

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3 days group joining safari to Maasai Mara with a Land Cruiser Jeep

3 days group joining safari to Maasai Mara with a Land Cruiser Jeep - Day 2: Mara River picnic and a full day game drive for the Big Five

4 Days Safari Lake Nakuru NP Naivasha and Masai Mara

4 Days Safari Lake Nakuru NP Naivasha and Masai Mara - Lake Naivasha Boat Ride and Crescent Island Walk: A Different Safari Mood

9.4 Days Safari Lake Nakuru NP Naivasha and Masai Mara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · from $1,961

Four-day Kenya safari from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru, Naivasha boat ride, Crescent Island walk, then Masai Mara Big Five drives.

“Had an amazing trip with Mussa visiting a combination of lakes Nakuru, naivasha and Masai Mara park . We truly enjoyed watching the rhinos in Nakuru and the lions, cheetahs and elephants in Masai Park and Mussa presence made the intensiRead more”

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3 days masai mara safari from Nairobi

3 days masai mara safari from Nairobi - Safari Day 1: arriving for an afternoon game drive

10.3 days masai mara safari from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · from $600

3-day Maasai Mara safari from Nairobi with pop-top van, tented camp full board, Big Five drives, and optional Maasai village or balloon.

“The tour was amazing! Richard, our guide, was great. easy going and knowledgeable. The tour company was super accommodating also! The national park is beautiful and we saw a lot, Richard really took his time to show us a wide variety of animals!”

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3 days Masai Mara on Private 4×4 Land Cruiser

3 days Masai Mara on Private 4x4 Land Cruiser - Day 2 in the Mara: unlimited game drives and the Big Five hunt

11.3 days Masai Mara on Private 4×4 Land Cruiser

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · from $3,360

Private 3-day Masai Mara safari from Nairobi in a 4x4 Land Cruiser, with meals, park fees, and expert guides. Big cats and migration season.

“We had booked a safari for 3 days to the Masai Mara through this company and had amazing experience. Our driver and guide George was wonderful and knowledgeable he made sure we saw the big five .”

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3 Day Masai Mara Budget Joining Safari on 4×4 – Daily Departures

3 Day Masai Mara Budget Joining Safari on 4×4 - Daily Departures - Nairobi departures, 4x4 travel, and the Rift Valley break

Masai Mara 3 Day Safari | Private 4WD Jeep Tour

Masai Mara 3 Day Safari | Private 4WD Jeep Tour - Day 1: Rift Valley escarpment views, then into Maasai Mara

13.Masai Mara 3 Day Safari | Private 4WD Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · from $2,120

Private 4WD 3-day Masai Mara safari with early Big Five drives, Maasai culture time, and Nairobi transfer, with most meals included.

“At US$1,000 per person, this tour offered by Natural World Kenya, was the most expensive of all Masai Mara tours listed on Viator. Still, I booked it because I wanted to stay at the high-quality accommodation that they advertised. They were sRead more”

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5 Days Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, & Masai Mara

5 Days Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, & Masai Mara - Day 1 Lake Naivasha: rift valley views and three ways to see wildlife

4 Days Safari Adventure Masai Mara and Nakuru Park Group

4 Days Safari Adventure Masai Mara and Nakuru Park Group - Nairobi pickup, group size, and why it matters on safari