Affordable 3-Day Safari: 3-day-masai-mara-budget-safari

3 Days

Age 4+

All Month

Availability 10

Introduction

Discover one of Africa’s greatest wildlife sanctuaries on this 3-Day Masai Mara Budget Safari with Africa Moja Tours & Safaris. Designed for travellers seeking high-quality game viewing at an affordable price, this tour delivers Big Five sightings, spectacular landscapes, experienced guides, and authentic Maasai culture — all without the high price of luxury lodges.

The Masai Mara National Reserve is world-famous for its dense wildlife population, dramatic savannahs, and the annual Great Wildebeest Migration. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveller, this short safari offers an unmatched Kenyan wildlife experience.

Tour Highlights

Best-value Masai Mara safari for all budgets
Big Five sightings + big-cat action (Mara is famous for lions & cheetahs)
Budget tented camp with great comfort
Full-day safari with packed lunch at Mara River
Great Rift Valley viewpoints
Maasai cultural experiences
Small group safari vehicle with open roof

Itinerary

Your journey begins with an early-morning departure from Nairobi. Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley, stopping briefly at viewing points for photography.
Arrive at your budget tented camp in time for lunch. Enjoy comfortable accommodation with beds, hot showers, and private bathrooms — perfect for budget travellers without compromising basic comfort.
Afternoon Game Drive
At 4 PM, your first safari begins. Traverse the rolling plains in search of:
- Elephants
- Lions resting in the shade
- Giraffes feeding on acacia
- Zebras & wildebeest
- Hyenas, buffalo & antelopes
The Masai Mara’s wildlife density means sightings begin quickly, often before entering deep into the reserve.
Return to camp for dinner and an evening around the bonfire.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Budget Tented Camp (En-suite options available)

Today is a full-day safari adventure, giving you the best chance to explore the Mara’s rich wildlife areas.
Early Morning Game Viewing
Your guide tracks fresh overnight footprints (“spoor”), increasing your chances of spotting predators such as:
- Lions on the hunt
- Cheetahs scanning the plains
- Leopards hiding in trees
- Hyenas finishing an early kill
Bush Picnic Lunch
Enjoy a packed lunch at the Mara River — home to massive crocodiles and hippos. This is also the iconic site of the Great Wildebeest Migration river crossings (July–October).
Afternoon Wildlife Highlights
Continue the search for:
- Elephants in family groups
- Huge herds of wildebeest & zebras
- Rhino sightings (rare but possible)
- Vultures, eagles & hundreds of bird species
- Maasai giraffe & gazelles
Return to camp for dinner. The night sky in the Mara is unmatched — enjoy stargazing or relax at the campfire.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Budget Tented Camp

After breakfast, enjoy one final sunrise game drive as you exit the reserve. This is a perfect moment for photography and spotting early-morning activity.
Optional (before departure):
Maasai Village Visit
Learn about the Maasai community — their culture, dance, traditions, and pastoral lifestyle.
Depart for Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or airport.
Meals: Breakfast
End of Safari