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Budget Safari|Budget Safari|Kenya

3 Days / 2 Nights Maasai Mara & Lake Naivasha Budget Safari

Nairobi to maasai Mara, Kenya

Duration3 Days

Best ForPerfect for solo travelers, couples

DifficultyEasy

Rating4.9 / 5

Transport4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with a pop up roof

Experience two of Kenya's most iconic destinations on an affordable safari designed for travelers who want maximum adventure at the best value. This 3-day journey combines the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, home to the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration, with the beautiful freshwater paradise of Lake Naivasha, known for its hippos, birdlife, and scenic landscapes. Travel in a comfortable shared 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser, enjoy exciting game drives, and create unforgettable memories while exploring Kenya's breathtaking wilderness.

Safari Highlights

Shared 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Guaranteed window seat

Great Rift Valley Escarpment viewpoint stop

Exciting Maasai Mara game drives

Itinerary Overview

06:30 AM – Pick up from Nairobi CBD or your designated meeting point.

07:00 AM – Depart Nairobi in a shared 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser.

09:00 AM – Great Rift Valley Escarpment Stop

Enjoy one of Kenya's most famous viewpoints with breathtaking panoramic views of the Great Rift Valley.

Activities include:

Photography session

Stretch break

Souvenir shopping (optional)

10:30 AM – Continue through Narok Town with a short comfort stop.

01:00 PM – Arrive at your budget safari camp in Maasai Mara and enjoy lunch.

03:30 PM – 06:30 PM – Afternoon Game Drive

Your first safari adventure begins as you explore the famous Maasai Mara plains.

Possible wildlife sightings:

Lions

Elephants

Buffaloes

Giraffes

Zebras

Cheetahs

Hyenas

Antelopes

06:30 PM – Return to the camp.

Meals: Dinner

Stay: the camp

Included & Excluded

Included in the safari

Transport in a shared 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

2 nights' accommodation

Full-board meals while on safari

Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver

Game drives as per itinerary

Bottled drinking water during game drives

Great Rift Valley viewpoint stop

Lake Naivasha boat ride

Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi

Crescent Island walking safari

Planned separately

Park entry fees for Maasai Mara

Maasai Village visit

Alcoholic and soft drinks

Personal expenses

Tips and gratuities

Travel insurance

Recommended Accommodation

Nairobi to maasai Mara, Kenya

Tented Camp arranged as part of the safari itinerary.

Maasai Mara Travel Notes

Best time to travelJuly to October for migration crossings; January to March for quieter big cat viewing.

Wildlife focusLions, Cheetahs, Elephants, Wildebeest, Leopards

Best forMigration safaris, Photography, Family safaris

How it feels

Open plains, dramatic wildlife movement, and strong guiding make the Mara a classic safari choice.

Planning note

Book early for peak crossing months and choose private conservancies when you want quieter game drives.

Guest Reviews

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