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- 158 Masai Mara tour packages with 277 reviews
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- Travel Masai Mara National Reserve your way
- Best tour companies for Masai Mara National Reserve tours
- Discover Masai Mara National Reserve tours for every budget
- Masai Mara National Reserve tours for every type of group
- Top Masai Mara National Reserve travel itineraries to fit your plans
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158 Masai Mara tour packages with 277 reviews
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Gorillas & Game Parks
26 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip met up to my expectations. I had a great time with great people.”
Leentje, traveled in December
Rich wildlife awaits in Masai Mara with full-day game drives and optional balloon safaris. Tepesua Village offers cultural insights, while tracking the Big Five comes alive during dawn and dusk safari drives for optimal animal viewing.
Duration 16 days Destinations Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National Park, Eldoret, Kampala, Kalinzu Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kisoro, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mbarara, JinjaSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $7,885
20% Off- NZ$6,308You save $1,577
Morning game drives through Masai Mara National Reserve reveal elephants and giraffes roaming freely. Chui Camp or upgraded Mara Sopa Lodge provide full-board meals. Maasai culture comes alive through village visits, traditional dances, and guided nature walks along the Great Rift Valley.
Duration 3 days Destinations Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Bamba Travel From
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Full-day game drives reveal Masai Mara's Big Five and Kenya's largest lion population. Picnic lunches at Mara River offer views of hippos and crocodiles. Nights in eco-camps or traditional Manyatta homes include authentic Maasai cultural activities.
Duration 10 days Destinations Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Bamba Travel From
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Full-day 4WD safaris sweep across Masai Mara's plains in search of the Big Five. Traditional Maasai communities in Loita Hills share their culture and customs. Hot air balloon rides provide breathtaking sunrise views over the reserve's wildlife-rich landscapes.
Duration 18 days Destinations Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $16,545
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Masai Mara Camping Safari
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Meals were good and there was always plenty. Accommodation is a basic tent with bed and mossie net but was all we really needed.”
Iconic plains of Masai Mara unfold from specially designed 4x4 vans, revealing lion prides and elephant herds. Permanent tented camps provide comfort with chef-prepared meals, while Masai village visits and balloon safaris remain optional highlights.
Duration 4 days Destinations Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve Age Range 12 to 70 year olds Operator G Adventures From $3,139
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Masai Mara Tour Reviews
- Gorillas & Game Parks
Incredible trip in many ways. Very safe traveling with knowledgeable guides. David Mutiso, Issa Kegode (cook), and Kago David (driver) took great care of us. They're professional at what they do, and they're awesome guys. I definitely recommend this way of travel, and it was my first time taking a guided tour. Hotel in Nairobi isn't a great value, but everything else is.
- 3 Days, 2 Nights Masai Mara Group Joining Safari From Nairobi with Complimentary Airport Pickup.
My review will not give justice to the amazing job done by George at Perfect Africa Safari. From the time we contacted George he has made this experience nothing less than perfect. George at Perfect Africa Safaris was not just a tour guide he was a host, travel agent and has become a life long friend. He first connected us with previous visitors who went on the Safari to give us an idea and it truly made the difference. Due to COVID our flights were changed and he was very flexible to provide the best experience possible. He also stayed in touched leading up to our flights to Kenya. He scheduled all of our accommodations while in Africa as well as arranged our pick ups and drop offs to the airport. From the time we landed in Kenya George made us feel at home. George was very prompt and extremely knowledgeable. He gave us an amazing experience while educating us on the culture, the people and way of life. He said ask any question and he always had an answer. On the Safari tours we were able to see all of the Big 5 some animals were so close that at arms length it felt as though we could pet them. (not allowed to pet them because they are wild) One of the greatest highlights was visiting the Maasai Village and learning first hand from the villagers about the culture. I can write paragraphs about this life changing trip but I’ll some it up with book with George at Perfect African Safari this has been one of the best experiences of my life so far .
- 3 Days, 2 Nights Masai Mara Group Joining Safari from Nairobi
Sammi the driver and guide shepherded us superbly. He was caring, informative and was earnest in locating best views of the animals. Meals and accommodation were spot on although the picnic ended a little dry after being in the van for 24 hours.
Travel Masai Mara National Reserve your way
Lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and hippos wander around their natural habitat, and wildebeest make their way across the land for their annual migration. The famous Masai Mara National Reserve is a prime destination for a real safari adventure experience.
See all Safari toursOur flagship Masai Mara adventure runs for 15 days and takes you deep into Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for up-close gorilla encounters. You'll follow expert trackers through dense vegetation to observe these remarkable primates in their natural setting. For something different, we've got tours that blend wildlife with genuine cultural experiences at Tepesua Village - here you can train alongside Maasai warriors and get involved with local community initiatives. Photography enthusiasts often choose our specialized 4-day safaris. These focus on prime big cat viewing times at dawn and dusk, plus you can join walking safaris with Maasai guides who share generations of knowledge about the land and its wildlife. Our travelers tell us they love the mix of camping and lodge accommodation - there's something special about falling asleep to authentic African bush sounds. Many tours include boat trips along the Kazinga Channel where you'll spot hippos lounging in the water and loads of birdlife. For a completely different perspective, you can add an optional hot air balloon ride at sunrise; our customers say watching the wildlife movements from above gives them a whole new appreciation of the Mara's scale and patterns.
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Explore a wide diversity of jeep & 4wd tours through Masai Mara National Reserve. We have 84 adventures that vary from 3 days to 19 days. With the greatest number of departures in July, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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The 3-day budget tours hit the sweet spot for many safari-seekers - you get proper game viewing without breaking the bank. The tented camps are clean and practical with hot showers and reliable power, and you'll head out twice daily to track wildlife. Our groups regularly spot the Big Five, particularly near the western escarpment where animals gather in good numbers. You'll have picnic lunches by the Mara River watching hippos and crocs doing their thing. Most tours swing by Maasai villages though some keep it optional. What makes these tours work so well is how focused they are - you're not spread thin across too many places.
Our luxury safaris really dial up the comfort and special experiences. You'll stay at high-end spots like Saruni Mara and Gorilla Heights where private balconies give you front-row seats to the wilderness. The guides are top-notch and know exactly where to find those harder-to-spot leopards and black rhinos. The extras make these tours special - evening chats with gorilla experts, dinners under African skies and dawn balloon rides over the plains. Our guests love cooling off in infinity pools that overlook active waterholes and sipping sundowners from their private viewing decks.
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Masai Mara National Reserve tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
92 tours in Masai Mara National ReserveThe 3-day group safaris create this great social vibe while keeping costs sensible. Our travelers tell us how quickly everyone clicks over shared wildlife moments and evening campfire chats. We use solid spots like Miti Mingi and Rhino Camp as bases, with guides who really get the group dynamic while tracking animals. Seeing lions on the hunt or watching the wildebeest move through gets even better when you're sharing it with new friends - many stay in touch long after heading home.
Small Group
87 tours in Masai Mara National ReserveOur small-group safaris to the Masai Mara blend intimate wildlife experiences with local cultural connections. Groups of 8-16 travelers bond naturally over shared wildlife moments, with our most popular routes combining gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Park, chimp viewing in Kalinzu Forest and also guided game drives. The 11-day journey takes you through Lake Nakuru for rhino spotting before venturing into Uganda's lush forests, while alternative routes focus on prime game viewing with specialized dawn and dusk drives to catch big cats in action. Our expert guides shape each safari around the group's interests, sharing insights on tracking methods, animal behavior and local ecosystems. Many travelers highlight their stays at Tepesua Village, where they learn crafts from Maasai women, support local cooperatives and gain authentic cultural perspectives. The small group format gives photographers ideal positioning for wildlife shots, with time to linger at special sightings. Time and again, our guests tell us how these intimate safaris create lasting connections, whether they're gathered around evening campfires or quietly watching elephants pass by their vehicles in the golden afternoon light.
Private / Personalized
53 tours in Masai Mara National ReservePrivate safaris give you total freedom with your own guide and vehicle. You can spend as long as you want at each sighting, which photographers especially appreciate. These tours use premium lodges like Saruni Mara and let you shape each day as you go. Our travelers really value being able to adjust their game drive times based on energy levels and interests, plus they can add extras like local village visits or balloon flights without working around other people's schedules.
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Three-day Masai Mara safaris from Nairobi work well for quick wildlife trips, following the Great Rift Valley route down to the reserve. You'll do morning and afternoon game drives when animals are most active - our travelers really like this schedule. The camps are solid picks like Miti Mingi or Rhino Camp with proper beds, hot showers and power in the tents. Between game drives spotting lions, elephants and other Big Five animals, you'll visit Maasai villages to learn their ways of life. Many guests tell us they love having picnic lunches by the Mara River watching hippos and crocs in their natural habitat. If you want to see the savannah from above, the optional balloon ride at dawn runs about $380 - it's particularly good during the migration season.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National Park, Eldoret, Kampala, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Bunyonyi, Jinja, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Bagamoyo, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Lake Malawi, Chipata, Lusaka, Livingstone
Demographics
For travelers heading out solo, our longer tours running 11-15 days let you really explore beyond just Masai Mara, taking in places like Bwindi Impenetrable Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park. You'll find yourself tracking chimps through Kalinzu Forest, watching hippos in the Kazinga Channel and swapping stories with new friends around the evening campfire. The groups stay small at 8-16 people, so you quickly get to know everyone, and we include cooking classes in local villages which are great for mixing with both locals and fellow travelers. No single supplement fees here - you get your own tent or room without paying extra. Our solo travelers tell us they love how the mix of wildlife watching and village visits creates natural moments to connect with others in the group.
Safari tours catering to young travelers run 9-15 days and blend wildlife viewing with authentic cultural connections. Groups stay small, with 8-16 people creating natural friendships during shared experiences like tracking lions at sunrise or spending evenings around the campfire with Maasai guides. The itineraries stretch beyond basic game drives into meaningful cultural exchanges - you'll track chimps through Kalinzu Forest, join village cooking classes, and train alongside warriors at places like Tepesua Village where local craft cooperatives welcome visitors. These multi-country journeys often combine Kenya and Uganda's highlights, letting you photograph the big cats of the Mara before trekking to meet mountain gorillas in Bwindi's misty forests. What makes these routes special is how they mix active exploration with community engagement - one day you're spotting rhinos at Lake Nakuru, the next you're contributing to local projects or taking guided bush walks. Riverside camping puts you in the heart of the wild, where hippos grunt in nearby waters and traditional bush dinners unfold beneath star-filled African nights.
Multi-day Masai Mara tours give seniors a perfect mix of comfort, wildlife, and cultural experiences that go beyond basic safaris. The 11-day journeys through Kenya and also Uganda move at an easy pace with quality accommodations, letting visitors get close to rhinos at Lake Nakuru, track gorillas in Bwindi, and watch hippos along the Kazinga Channel. Our guests tell us they value how the schedule works with nature - game drives at dawn and dusk when animals are most active, with relaxed breaks during the hot midday hours. For those seeking shorter trips, the 3-4 day options provide well-equipped tented camps with proper beds, hot showers and also reliable electricity, while keeping wildlife viewing easily accessible. The cultural side comes alive at places like Tepesua Village, where seniors can take their time learning Maasai traditions and crafts without feeling rushed. As evening falls, traditional dances and talks around the campfire give deeper context, with guides sharing insights about animal behavior and local ecosystems. Groups stay small, usually 8-16 people, which creates an intimate feeling that works especially well during riverside picnics watching hippos and also crocodiles in the Mara River.
Our 3-day Masai Mara family safaris come with spacious tented camps that give parents and kids their own comfortable space to relax. The guides are really good with children - they explain wildlife facts in fun ways and keep everyone interested during game drives. You'll head out early when animals are most active, then mix things up with afternoon visits to Maasai villages where the kids can learn traditional dances and try making local crafts. Families love our riverside picnic spots where you can watch hippos and crocodiles while having lunch, and we time the evening drives so everyone's back at camp before darkness falls. The whole schedule works around normal meal times and rest periods which keeps everyone happy.
- Solo Travelers115 tours
- Couples13 tours
- Seniors (50+)22 tours
Best time to visit Masai Mara National Reserve
- Summer 2025
Summer is migration season, and our tours are set up to give you the best chance of catching this natural spectacle. The multi-destination routes let you pair the migration with gorilla tracking in Uganda or chimpanzee visits in Kalinzu Forest. Longer tours take in Lake Nakuru's rhinos, Queen Elizabeth National Park's wildlife and also cultural visits to places like Tepesua Village. You can mix camping in premium locations with stays at riverside lodges, plus options for dawn balloon flights over the plains. The cultural side runs deep - from cooking in local villages to evening chats with conservation experts.
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- Fall / Autumn 2025
Fall tours balance wildlife viewing with cultural immersion, offering various accommodation styles and trip lengths. Multi-country options combine Masai Mara's big cats with Uganda's gorillas and also Rwanda's cultural sites. The shorter 3-4 day tours focus on quality game viewing with guides who know just where to find those elusive leopards and black rhinos. The smaller group sizes this season are perfect, whether you're at luxury lodges with infinity pools overlooking waterholes or in well-appointed tented camps that blend comfort with authentic safari atmosphere. Many tours include genuine exchanges with Maasai communities and visits to local conservation projects. Perfect Africa Safari is currently the top choice for Masai Mara tours according to our travelers, with guide George consistently going above and beyond to personalize each trip. His local knowledge helps spot the Big 5, and he takes time to explain wildlife behavior, tracking techniques and also ecosystem dynamics. The company includes meaningful visits to Maasai villages where guests can learn about traditions, daily life and cultural practices without feeling rushed or touristy. For travelers on a tighter schedule or budget, the 3 Days, 2 Nights group safari from Nairobi offers a solid introduction to the Mara. Guide Sammy works hard to create good experiences despite the more basic setup. The accommodations and meals vary in quality, but the wildlife viewing opportunities remain strong. Our travelers note that while this shorter option doesn't allow for deeper cultural immersion or extended game drives, it still provides real safari experiences with skilled spotting of animals in their natural habitat. The key difference comes down to the level of personalization and time available. Perfect Africa Safari builds in flexibility to linger at special sightings, adjust schedules based on wildlife patterns and also explore cultural aspects in depth. The shorter group option follows a more fixed timeline but still delivers core safari elements at a lower price point.
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- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter in the Masai Mara offers a more intimate safari experience when the plains are less crowded. The 3-day tours hit all the right spots - heading out at dawn when predators are most active, full days exploring the western escarpment and also relaxed picnic lunches by the Mara River where hippos and crocodiles gather. You can choose between comfortable lodges like Keekorok or well-equipped tented camps that put you right in the action. The game drives deliver consistently, with our guides regularly tracking down lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and also rhinos.
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- Spring 2026
Spring brings excellent value with tours that blend wildlife and cultural experiences nicely. The 4-day itineraries make good use of those clear mornings - you'll explore in custom 4x4s and spend time in authentic Maasai villages connecting with local communities. Some guests opt for touches of luxury at places like Saruni Mara, where giraffes wander past private balconies. Others prefer the intimacy of smaller camps, with dinners under the stars and early game drives to catch big cats on the hunt. The spring light creates perfect conditions for photography, especially around the hippo pools and river crossings.
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