The 4 Masai Mara Safaris Tours That Earn Their Price

1.3 Days, 2 Nights Maasai Mara Group Safari

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

Spend three days in the Maasai Mara with a small group, skilled guides such as Sammy, Castro, or Paul, and game drives in a 4x4 with a pop-up roof. Expect self-contained tented camping, a full-day safari, optional Maasai village visit, and extra park fees beyond the $199 tour price.

“Our 3 days in Masai Mara were amazing! We saw many animals up close, which made the game drive unforgettable. We stayed at Giraffe Hill Camp – the tents were super cute, the food was good, and it felt really authentic. Our driver and guide Neethan was excellent, very knowledgeable and friendly, which made the experience even better. Overall, it’s a great and affordable option that I’d definitely recommend”

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

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

Travel from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara in a private 4WD Land Cruiser with an English-speaking driver-guide. You’ll have two nights near the reserve, game drives across the Mara, possible Big Five sightings, a Maasai cultural visit, and a scenic return through the Great Rift Valley.

“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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3.Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Masai Mara 4 Days Private Jeep Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $2,900

You’ll travel from Nairobi by private safari Jeep to Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and the Masai Mara. Expect a boat ride, Crescent Island walk, rhinos, big cats, full-day game drives, included meals, and a dedicated guide such as George, James, Mike, or Tony.

“We spent 2 nights in Naivasha, (Bike ride in hells gate/day trip to Nakuru. Then we spent 3 nights in the Masai Mara. Our guide Mike was incredible made us fell welcome from the get go, super knowledgeable of all the places we visited and we saw the big 5 and ugly 5 more times then we can count. Whole trip was magical!!”

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4.African Wildlife & Nature – 5 Kenya national parks – 6 day Jeep Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $3,660

Travel from Nairobi through Tsavo West, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, and Maasai Mara on a private six-day safari. Expect game drives, Mzima Springs, a boat ride, Crescent Island, Hell’s Gate, and a full day in the Mara. Guides such as George, Michael, Joseph, and Tony have led past departures, but assignments vary.

“One of the best tours we’ve ever experienced — 100% worth it and highly recommended.”

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