Budget camp in Masaimara
Masai Mara Manyatta Camp
Masai Mara Manyatta Camp is a new concept in the world famous Maasai Mara National Reserve.The camp is locate near the Ololamutiek Gate of the Maasai Mara Natonal Reserve.
Accommodation in Budget camp in Masaimara
Accommodation is on spacious tents, erected on hard surface and covered with “Makuti” to mitigate on harsh conditions like heat and rain. The camp has a combination of double or twin beds on sharing basis. Single occupancy can also be arranged on request. All the tents are en-suite, with built in toilet, hot shower, mosquito nets, electric lighting and power sockets
Booking can either be on bed only or on full board basis. Guests on full board basis will have 3 meals per day prepared by the resident camp Chef. Guests on Bed only basis can bring their own food to be prepared by the resident chef at no additional cost
Semi luxury accommodation
Accommodation is on spacious tents, erected on hard surface and covered with“Makuti” to mitigate on harsh weather conditions like heat and rain. The camp has a combination of double or twin beds on sharing basis.The bed capacity is upto 80 guests.
Single occupancy can also be arranged on request. All the tents are en-suite, with built in toilet, hot shower, mosquito nets, electric lighting and power sockets.
10 other budget camps in the Maasai Mara
Important – All Masai Mara campsites will be able to offer you a game drive safari. Prices may vary but, typically, they all charge between 160USD and 180USD for one game drive, including a driver, a guide, and the 4×4, of course, which can fit up to 6 people. There is no need to book in advance, as they should always be able to find an available car. Besides, if you don’t book it in advance, you are likely to find other travelers to share the cost with
Since we all have different budgets, our price perceptions may vary so, sometimes, it is a bit difficult to determine which Maasai Mara camps fall within the budget category.
Therefore, given the fact that top-end Maasai Mara tented camps cost around 4,000-5,000USD, while the average one costs around 300-400USD a night, I have set a limit of 150USD a night, for 2 people
Map of Masai Mara camps
The area just outside of the Maasai Mara National Park is filled with Maasai villages, which means that the area is easily accessible by public transportation from the town of Narok. Remember that, in order to know how to get the by matatu, read:
Osim Country Lodge
Unfortunately, Osim Country Lodge is the only available place for less than 20USD.
Located just 17 kilometers after Narok, this is the cheapest campsite in the Maasai Mara and the reason is that it is a bit far from the main gates to the park, around 70 kilometers but, given the poor condition of the road, it takes 2 hours to reach them.
Still, the location is beautiful and, if you book a safari with them, the game drive will include transportation to the park, no problem.
Moreover, this lodge has all the comforts that some budget campsites in the Maasai Mara would not be able to offer you, as it also offers real beds in real rooms, with a private bathroom, hot shower, and a restaurant, of course.
The best: Price, comfort
Not good if: You care about location
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Best Maasai Mara campsites between 60USD and 90USD
Mara Explorers Backpackers camp
This is one of the most popular Masai Mara camping sites for backpackers, as it is really close to the Sekenani gate and offers pretty competitive prices, for both tents and game drives.
If you are just looking for simplicity and a backpacker-friendly place, this might be your ideal spot.
By the way, Mara Explorers is just a few kilometers away from Sekenani Gate.
The good: Price, backpacking-friendly
Not good if: You are looking for something less simple
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Aruba Mara Camp & Safaris
With super awesome tents, Aruba Campsite is another relatively cheap option which might be ideal for families, as it offers very large tents.
A great hanging out area and serving delicious food compared to other Maasai Mara camping sites, Aruba is also very close to Talek, a famous Maasai village where you can go to see the daily life of the Maasai people.
The best: Large tents, location
Not good if: Some people complain about the mattresses
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Maasai Village & Safari
If you are looking for a different experience, this is the house of a local Maasai, so it is basically a homestay.
Here, you will have the comfort of a real room and, despite not being a campsite, the house is kind of located in the middle of nowhere so, at night, you may also be able to hear some animals in action.
Moreover, the owner is a very kind man and the location is good, close to Sekenani.
The good: Maasai culture, the comfort of a house
Not good if: You prefer to stay in a camp to experience the wilderness during the night
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Crocodile Camp ,Budget camp in Masaimara
Crocodile Camp is the top-rated tented camp in the Maasai Mara among the most budget options.
With incredible views of the park itself, where you can even see animal activity from your tent, Crocodile Camp brags about having the most comfortable tents at the best price.
Besides, people claim that it serves some of the best food in the park, sometimes serving real African dishes, which many other camps don’t, as Western food tends to be the preferred choice for most travelers.
The staff are amazing as well and the location very good, next to the village of Talek.
The good: Best quality at the best price
Not good if: You are looking for top quality
Budget camp in Masaimara
Semadep Mara Camp
Very close to Sekenani, Semadep is another good budget option, even though its tents and rooms are simpler than other campsites with similar prices.
In my most honest opinion, I think you should stay here only if the other campsites within the same price range are booked, which is quite likely unless you book well in advance.
However, don’t panic. Semadep is quite all right and it is located in Sekenani, the main gate to park.
The good: Location
Not good if: You are a bit picky about quality
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Mama Safi Guest House
This is not really a campsite but a budget guest house from a lovely local woman named Kelley, so it is the ideal place for those looking for the comfort of a real bed, rather than a tent, besides experiencing the Maasai Mara culture a bit closer.
Mama Safi is really close to Sekenani gate, has a kitchen, a BBQ place and, every night, they set a fire camp.
Overall, given the overall prices in Maasai Mara, this is a great place.
The best: Comfort, kitchen, location, Maasai culture
Not good if: You prefer to stay in a camp to experience the wilderness during the night
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Enchoro Wildlife Camp
A real safari campsite, Enchoro Wildlife Camp is located next to Ololaimutiek Gate, very close to a lake which they like to call a beach.
The tents of this campsite are, definitely, more comfortable than other, cheaper, options but some travelers claim that the facilities are getting a little bit old. However, if you are not very picky, the place is great because it is surrounded by beautiful nature and the tents have a private bathroom.
The best: Comfy tents, beautiful surrounding
Not good if: You are a bit picky about quality
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Best budget Maasai Mara tented camps between 90USD and 130USD
Fisi Camp
Among the budget options, Fisi camp is one of the most expensive, and for good reason.
With some of the best reviews on Booking.com, this campsite is super well maintained, offering tents with very warm beds, besides excellent views of the Maasai Mara plain and the most amazing staff ever.
It is located in Ololaimutiek, just 5 minutes’ walk from the gate to the park.
The best: Super comfort, location, amazing staff
Not good if: Price is a real issue for you
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Maji Moto Eco Camp
Another super well-rated campsite, Maji Moto has simple but super comfortable facilities, like nowhere else in the area.
The staff are real tribal Maasai people and they can even offer you goat blood to drink.
Everything is super well-maintained and works optimally. A great place for families and couples.
However, it is a bit far from the main gates, which means that you will have to wake up extra early to go on a safari but, if this is not an issue for you, you will be all right.
The good: Facilities, the staff
Not good if: You care about location
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Jambo Mara Safari Lodge,Budget camp in Masaimara
Jambo lodge is right in the area between budget and mid-range, but its quality is closer to luxury than anything else.
With beautiful wooden lodges, everything is just really neat, including the super cozy rooms and comfy beds.
Everybody claims that Jambo Lodge is an exceptional campsite and a must-try experience when you visit the Maasai Mara.
The good: Everything
No good if: Price is an issue for you
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