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3 Days Maasai Mara Safari – Miti Mingi Eco Camp

  • 3 days / 2 nights
  • Nairobi → Maasai Mara National Reserve → Nairobi
  • Group: 2–6 people
  • 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser / Safari Jeep with a pop-up roof

Overview

Discover the spectacular Maasai Mara National Reserve on this affordable 3-day safari staying at Miti Mingi Eco Camp.

Located approximately 500 metres from the Ololaimutiek Maasai Mara entrance gate, Miti Mingi offers a convenient and affordable base for travelers who want to spend more of their budget on the safari experience itself.

The camp provides simple tented accommodation with en-suite facilities, hot-water showers and mosquito protection. Guests can enjoy communal dining and relaxing around the camp after a day exploring the Mara.

This package is particularly suitable for budget-conscious travelers, backpackers, students, families and first-time safari visitors who want to experience the Maasai Mara without paying luxury-lodge prices.

  • 🦁 Search for the Big Five
  • 🐘 See elephants across the Mara plains
  • 🐆 Opportunity to spot leopards and cheetahs
  • 🦓 See zebras and wildebeest
  • 🦒 Spot giraffes and other plains game
  • 🐃 Search for buffalo herds
  • 🌅 Experience spectacular African sunsets
  • 🏕️ Stay in an authentic tented eco camp
  • 💰 Affordable safari accommodation
  • 🚙 Morning and afternoon game drives
  • 🦓 Opportunity to experience the Great Wildebeest Migration
  • 📸 Great wildlife photography opportunities
  • 🔥 Enjoy an evening campfire
  • 🌿 Experience a more rustic African safari atmosphere

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day1
    Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve

    Depart Nairobi in the morning and travel towards the Maasai Mara, passing through the scenic Great Rift Valley and Narok.
    Continue towards the Maasai Mara and arrive at Miti Mingi Eco Camp, located close to the Ololaimutiek entrance gate. mitimingiecocamp.com
    Check in and enjoy lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.

    Explore the Mara ecosystem in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife.
    As the sun begins to set, return to the camp for dinner and relaxation.

    Overnight: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
    Meals: Lunch & Dinner
    Activity: Afternoon Game Drive

    Meals: Lunch, dinner Stay: Miti Mingi Eco Camp

  2. Day2
    Full-Day Maasai Mara Game Drive

    Wake up early and prepare for an exciting full day in the Maasai Mara.
    After breakfast, depart with your safari guide for a full-day game drive.
    Explore different sections of the reserve looking for the Mara's famous wildlife.

    Possible sightings include:
    - Lions
    - Leopards
    - Cheetahs
    - Elephants
    - Buffaloes
    - Giraffes
    - Zebras
    - Wildebeest
    - Hippos
    - Antelopes
    Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing with the afternoon game drive.
    If you are travelling during the Great Wildebeest Migration season, your guide can focus on areas where wildebeest herds are concentrated. The exact location and timing of migration activity naturally varies.
    Return to Miti Mingi Eco Camp in the evening for dinner.

    Overnight: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    Activity: Full-Day Game Drive

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Stay: Miti Mingi Eco Camp

  3. Day3
    Morning Game Drive – Nairobi

    Wake up early for your final morning game drive.
    Enjoy one last opportunity to explore the Mara and search for wildlife before returning to camp.
    Return to Miti Mingi Eco Camp for breakfast and check-out.
    After breakfast, begin your journey back to Nairobi.

    Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon and transfer to your hotel, residence or airport.
    This marks the end of your 3 Days Maasai Mara Safari – Miti Mingi Eco Camp.

    Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
    Activity: Morning Game Drive
    End Point: Nairobi

    Meals: Breakfast, lunch Stay: End of tour

What’s included

Included

  • 2 nights accommodation at Miti Mingi Eco Camp
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner as specified
  • Afternoon game drive on Day 1
  • Full-day game drive on Day 2
  • Morning game drive on Day 3
  • 4×4 safari Land Cruiser/Jeep
  • Professional English-speaking safari driver/guide
  • Maasai Mara game drives
  • Bottled drinking water during game drives
  • Nairobi pickup and drop-off
  • All activities specified in the itinerary
  • Applicable taxes and service charges

Not included

  • International flights
  • Domestic flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Maasai Mara park/reserve entry fees, where not included in the selected package
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Laundry
  • Maasai village/cultural visit fees
  • Hot-air balloon safari
  • Any activity not specifically listed under Included
  • Additional government or park charges introduced after booking

Where you’ll stay

2 nights · Luxury Safari Camp

Miti Mingi Eco Camp, Maasai Mara

Miti Mingi Eco Camp is a simple and affordable tented camp located approximately 500 metres from the Ololaimutiek entrance gate to the Maasai Mara. Its location makes it particularly convenient for budget safari travelers who want quick access to the reserve. The camp offers tented accommodation with en-suite bathrooms, showers, mosquito protection and basic guest facilities. Current guest information also describes buffet-style dining and communal areas where travelers can relax after safari activities. The accommodation is intentionally more rustic and economical than the luxury lodges found elsewhere in the Mara. This makes it a good choice for travelers who prioritize game drives and wildlife experiences over premium accommodation.

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