Africa · MAASAI MARA TOURS
The shortlist you would send a friend before they fly: 13 maasai mara tours, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to check before you commit.
Join a small group of up to eight from Nairobi for two nights in the Maasai Mara. You get two short game drives, one full-day drive, camp lodging, most meals, bottled water, and a driver-guide. Ask about the optional Maasai village visit and confirm pickup details before departure.
“I had an amazing time. Highly recommend to anyone that wants to try this tour. I would definitely try it again.”
Spend three days and two nights traveling from Nairobi to Maasai Mara in a small group of seven or eight. Expect a sunset drive, a full game-viewing day, a self-contained tent, picnic lunch, and the chance to see lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, hippos, and crocodiles. Guides such as Sammy, Castro, Paul, and Robert are known for sharp animal spotting.
“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”
Travel in a small group of up to seven from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Hell's Gate. Expect long road days, tented budget stays, game drives, optional Maasai village and Crescent Island visits, and guides such as Francis, Joseph, Dennis, Evans, and Kush.
“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.”
Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara in a small group of up to eight, stopping at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint before three game drives. You’ll have two nights in a self-contained budget tent, all listed meals, and time at the Mara River near the Serengeti border. Guides such as Kevin or Khalifa focus on finding wildlife and keeping the drive relaxed.
“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.”
Spend three days traveling from Nairobi to Maasai Mara in a 4WD Landcruiser with a pop-up roof. You get an evening drive, a full day in the reserve, meals, water, and two nights at Rhino Tourist Camp or a similar budget camp. Guides such as Paul, Richard, James, and Benjamin are known for sharp animal spotting.
“Benajmin was a fantastic guide and made up for the fact that the communication for preparation on the tour, left something to be desired. I asked questions about payment for entry into Maasai Mara, as well as what type of toiletries would be provided, and the person who answered my questions, did not do so accurately. Just make sure you pay in advance for Maasai Mara, or show up with the $400 USD that is required for two days of entry. Also, bring your own toiletries, because they don't provide anything beyond a tiny bar of soap. Beyond this, I want to give them 5 stars, because this was truly…”
Spend three days traveling from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara with a professional guide, sunset and full-day game drives, ensuite tent lodging, and all meals. The group vehicle is advertised for up to seven people, with guides such as Robert, Samuel, Ambrose, and Joseph praised for wildlife spotting. Airport pickup, a Maasai village visit, and park fees require careful checking.
“Masai village tour was informative but humbling. Accommodation was very basic. Although game viewing was excellent it was spoilt by upwards of 20 vehicles jostling at each sighting. Was also upset that pickup at hotel was included in price but was forced to pay 20 USD”
Leave Nairobi at 7:00 AM for a private three-day Masai Mara safari in a 4x4 Land Cruiser. Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint, search for lions and the Big Five, and stay two nights at Mara Simba Lodge. Driver-guide Simon Peter has earned special praise for his wildlife spotting, good humor, and care.
“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”
Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara in a Land Cruiser Jeep with a driver-guide such as Sammy, Charo, Albert, James, or Ronaldo. Expect a Rift Valley viewpoint, afternoon and full-day game drives, tented accommodation, meals, and a possible Maasai village visit for USD 20. Park fees are extra.
“Everyone was extremely nice. Albert was our driver and he was kind and answered all questions. Looked staying at the tents and the food was good and filling. Would definitely recommend.”
Start with Nairobi pickup and a Great Rift Valley drive, then take a boat on Lake Naivasha and walk among wildlife on Crescent Island. Continue to Lake Nakuru for rhinos and birdlife, followed by two game-viewing periods in Maasai Mara. Private pop-up-top transport, meals, Wi-Fi, and economy to luxury lodging options are available.
“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”
Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara for three days of guided game drives in a small group of up to eight. You’ll ride in a pop-top safari van, stay two nights at a full-board tented camp, and search for lions, elephants, zebras, gazelles, and more. Guides such as Richard and Edwin have been praised for taking time with wildlife viewing.
“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!”
Travel from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with your own English-speaking guide. Enjoy Rift Valley views, three days of game drives, all meals, park fees, and a choice of economy, comfort, or luxury lodging. Guides such as George, Peter, and John are praised for their animal knowledge and careful driving.
“This was an amazing safari at Masai mara a wonderful landscape and scenery. Our driver George was well informed and experienced. He made our safari experience to an exceptional one.”
Spend three days traveling from Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve in a shared 4x4 with up to 15 people. You get an evening drive on arrival, a full day searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, and more, plus tented accommodation and six included meals. Guides such as Dickson, Solomon, Evans, and Alex are known for strong wildlife knowledge and careful driving.
“We had wonderful experiences our guide cum driver Mr Richard was helping nature & he knows all the in & out of masaai.”
Travel from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara in a private 4WD Land Cruiser with an English-speaking driver-guide, or request another language. Spend two nights near the reserve, enjoy game drives across the plains, look for the Big Five, visit Maasai communities, and return to Nairobi with optional stops near Naivasha or Kiambethu Farm.
“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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