3-Day Big 5 & Migration Masai Mara Budget Safari Tour safari
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3-Day Big 5 & Migration Masai Mara Budget Safari Tour

3 Days / 2 NightsKenya
No payment required to enquireThis itinerary can be tailored around your dates, pace and stay preferences.
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The experience

Safari overview

This 3-Day Big 5 & Migration Budget Safari is ideal for travelers who want a full Kenyan safari experience on a budget. Explore the famous Masai Mara plains, encounter the Big Five, and, during migration season, witness the epic wildebeest crossings all while staying in budget-friendly camps and lodges. Travel in a comfortable 4×4 safari van with a pop-up roof, offering ample viewing for photography and wildlife spotting. This itinerary delivers the core safari experience—game drives, stunning landscapes, and Maasai culture—without compromising adventure. ✨ Availability is limited, especially during migration season — reach out today to check availability. ✨ If this itinerary isn’t your perfect match, we’ll happily tailor it to your needs. ✨ Add-on experiences can be arranged on request (e.g., balloon rides, cultural visits, extra nights).

Duration3 Days / 2 Nights
Travel styleBudget
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Day-by-day journey

Your detailed itinerary

Meet your guide in Nairobi and embark on a 5–6 hour scenic drive to Masai Mara, traveling through rolling hills and the Great Rift Valley. Your midrange safari lodge or tented camp provides cozy, comfortable accommodation with all essential amenities. After lunch and a short rest, enjoy your first afternoon game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly lions or cheetahs. This initial encounter with the Mara’s wildlife offers a thrilling introduction to your Kenyan adventure.

AccommodationEnchoro Wildlife Camp
MealsLunch, Dinner
Transport4×4 pop-up roof vehicle (5–6 hours)

Begin the day with an early morning game drive, when predators are most active and wildlife is abundant. Witness the Mara’s plains come alive with grazing herbivores and roaming predators. If visiting during migration season (July–October), you may witness the dramatic movements of wildebeest and zebra herds. Return for lunch and relaxation at your lodge. In the afternoon, another game drive offers more chances to see the Big Five and enjoy photography opportunities. Evening sundowners and a hearty dinner round off your day in the savannah.

AccommodationEnchoro Wildlife Camp
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport4×4 pop-up roof vehicle
Your route

The journey on the map

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What Is Included

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Track the Big Five in Masai Mara
  • Witness the Great Migration (July–October)
  • Budget-friendly mid-camps with basic amenities
  • Private 4×4 safari van with pop-up roof for game drives
  • Sunrise and sunset game drives for optimal wildlife sightings
  • Ideal short safari for solo, couples, or small groups
  • Professional driver-guide with local wildlife expertise

What Is Excluded

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Guaranteed Transparent Rates

Seasonal Rates Per Person

Currency:USD
Season PeriodSolo Traveler2 People Sharing (Per Person)
January – June
$1,278$857
July – October
$1,648$1,180
1 Nov – 20 Dec
$1,270$857
21 Dec – 3 Jan
$1,648$1,180

Prices are per person in USD and exclude international flights unless otherwise stated. Custom group discounts (4+ guests) and family interconnecting room rates are calculated automatically upon enquiry.

Safari essentials

Children policy

Suitable for travellers of all ages.

Starting dates

Can start any day, subject to availability

Availability

Available

Route

Nairobi, Kenya → Masai Mara National Reserve → Nairobi, Kenya

Important information

  • Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
  • Can be customized: You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
  • Private tour: This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
  • Suitable for solo travelers: Solo travelers can book this private tour
  • Can start any day: If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
  • Suitable for all ages: This tour is suitable for children and seniors of all ages.
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