Budget camps and lodges in the Masai Mara provide an authentic safari experience at a fraction of the cost of luxury accommodations. These camps are ideal for travellers looking for adventure while staying within their budget.

The feel of the Budget Camps and Lodges in Mara

The lodges are invitingly designed with a blend of modest elegance and tidy, comfortable accommodations, enriched by charming local elements that reflect the surrounding culture. This creates a truly classic wilderness escape, all at a price that won’t break the bank. Guests can expect exceptional service delivered with a warm, homely touch, ensuring that comfort and simplicity are at the forefront of their experience.

For budget travellers venturing into the heart of Kenya, staying at these lodges means they don’t have to compromise on their safari adventure. The thrill of game drives allows them to traverse the stunning landscapes, while guided bush walks offer intimate encounters with the incredible diversity of wildlife that inhabits the area, all from the comfort of their cosy accommodations.

Below is a look at some of the best budget options available in the Masai Mara.

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Maji Moto Eco Camp - Tour
Maji Moto Eco Camp
$ 120
1 Night
Available on request
Maji Moto, Mara
Maji Moto Eco Camp
$ 120
Maji Moto Eco Camp is set in the heart of a Maasai village on Loita Hills in the famous Maasai Mara. Nestled on a hilltop deep in Masai lands and overlooking vast savannah plains, Maji Moto Eco Camp is a small, environmentally-sensitive retreat. Operated by Masai people from the nearby village of Maji Moto, a stay here will immerse you not only in the intense natural beauty of the Loita Hills but also in the ancient culture and knowledge of the Masai. The Camp is sensitively managed by the local community and strikes just the right balance offering a reasonable level of comfort, a friendly welcome and an insight into the Masai way of life. This is a cultural experience and by its nature, it is not for everyone. Some of our clients love it and others less so. Generally, it suits those of a more outgoing nature who are very interested in learning about different cultures. Structures in the camp (kitchen, dining area, showers and toilets) are built Masai-style using only local materials such as branches and stalks, grass, cow dung and stone. There is no generator in the camp. Candles, lanterns and campfire are used for light in the evening. Small solar panels provide electricity for recharging cameras and mobile phones. Careful water usage in this dry ecosystem is very important. Toilets are long-drop designs to minimize waste water. Water for showers is brought by donkey from the natural hot spring in the village, so water heaters are not needed. read more read less
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Enkorok Mara Camp - Tour
Enkorok Mara Camp
$ 73
1 Night
Available on request
Masai Mara
Enkorok Mara Camp
$ 73
Enjoy luxurious accommodation and fine dining on your next Maasai Mara Vacation at Enkorok Mara Camp. As you plan to fully explore the Great Wildebeest Migration this coming season, book a stay with Enkorok Mara Camp, offering nothing short of the best in quality and utmost privacy. The camp overlooks the scenic Oloolotikoshi Hills and the spot is perfect for sundowners for guests relaxing after a game drive with a captivating sunset. The Camp is set on the banks of Oloirigynyisho River where Zebras, Wildebeests, Elephants and other wildlife regularly come to drink water hence providing a scenic view from the Tented Camp. read more read less
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Leopard Hill Camp - Tour
Leopard Hill Camp
$ 121
1 Night
Available on request
Naboisho, Narok County
Leopard Hill Camp
$ 121
Leopard Hill offers a unique location in the heart of Naboisho Conservancy for you to experience the magic of the Kenyan Savannah. Enjoy privacy, exclusivity and magnificent views from our four spacious deluxe tents, our family tent or our honeymoon tent.  Situated next to a series of watering holes, Leopard Hill offers you a chance to observe wildlife while enjoying the modern luxury of the camp. Enjoy these exclusive safari experiences that have made Leopard Hill one of TIME Magazine’s World’s Greatest Places to Stay.  What makes Leopard Hill accommodation truly special is the adjustable motorized roof in the tents, which provides an unhindered view of the African night sky. Dubbed the Star Bed, the tent roof opens to present a stunning view of the African night sky for you to marvel at before falling asleep.   read more read less
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Tipilikwani Mara Camp - Tour
Tipilikwani Mara Camp
$ 170
1 Night
Available on request
Masai Mara, Narok County
Tipilikwani Mara Camp
$ 170
Tipilikwani Mara Camp is a fairly large, mid-range tented property just outside the Maasai Mara National Reserve. A simple, family-friendly safari camp, Tipilikwani Mara Camp offers great value for money and is an ideal base for exploring the rich wildlife of the Masai Mara ecosystem. The twenty tented rooms are raised on wooden platforms, all with en suite bathrooms and a small balcony to the front. This uniquely situated luxury camp on the banks of the Talek River overlooks the mottled plains of the Maasai Mara, where vast herds of wildlife co-exist with the colourful Maasai people. Between  June and October, the Maasai Mara plays host to one of the most spectacular wildlife shows on earth the great annual wildebeest migration of over a million wildebeest and zebra as they enter the Mara ecosystem from the Serengeti in neighbouring Tanzania. Tipilikwani's 20 tents enjoy river frontage and are decorated with warm, rich Maasai colours. The family tents have a stand-alone bathtub in addition to showers. Excellent food, personalized service and traditional Kenyan hospitality further complement the prime location.   read more read less
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