The Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya is a well known game reserve within the tourist circles. Its famously known for the Great Wildebeest migration that occurs within the park where over 1 million wildebeests migrate from the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania into Kenya’s Masai Mara game reserve, followed along by thousands of Thompson’s Gazelles and zebras looking for greener pastures. The Great wildebeest migration was voted as one of the new 7 wonders of the world.
The Masai Mara offers a wide range of accommodation venues that allow tourists to enjoy nature at whatever time of day or night. They include luxurious suites and tented camps that ape the manyattas- the cultural homes of the Masai community which lives in this region.
The choice of accommodation relies on the tourist’s budget. Even though some camps are cheaper than others, they do not compromise on essential amenities that are ideal for comfort during the vacation. For example, do not worry about using the long drop toilets because budget camps have flush toilets. Staying in a budget camp saves some money for other activities like buying souvenirs from the local traders.
Below are some of the budget friendly camps that are found within Masai Mara for those planning to go on a Masai Mara safari. The camps in this bracket offer rates between $10 and $199. They are located on different parts of the reserve. They include:-
1. Mara Nyumbu CampThis camp is located in Ngila plains within Masai Mara. It has 13 tents that have twin beds and a sitting area. Tourists can rest comfortably after an adventurous day because the tents have modern beddings, and are bug proof.
They have bathrooms with a shower and toilet. The camp is lit using solar lights and guests can also charge their video cameras and phones using the generator system. Laundry services are available as well as dining facilities.
The fun activities include picnics in the wild, game drives, hiking, balloon safaris and visiting the community. Further, guests can fly to Rusinga Island to fish or enjoy the evening.
2. Acacia CampThis camp is located a short distance from the Olelemutia gate, and coins its name from the acacia trees in the establishment. It is a suitable spot for individuals and groups because it has 34 tents and sufficient space for those who want the complete camping experience by pitching tents and preparing their meals.
The fixed tents have a twin bed, a bedside table and camping chairs. The washrooms have a flush toilet and hot water is also available. The activities include game drives and visiting the Masai tribe to learn about its culture. Business travelers can also hold conferences in this establishment.
The fixed tents have a twin bed, a bedside table and camping chairs. The washrooms have a flush toilet and hot water is also available. The activities include game drives and visiting the Masai tribe to learn about its culture. Business travelers can also hold conferences in this establishment.
3. Enchoro Wildlife Camp
The Oloolaimutia Hills give this tented camp a scenic backdrop, making it an ideal spot for guests who want to trek into the wild. The tents have twin or single beds, folding chairs and modern bathroom facilities. There is a safety box for valuables and parking is also available in the establishment.
Guests can dine within the premise, and watch the extensive savannah landscape from their balconies.
4. Mara River CampIt offers two scenic views that are the Oloololo Escarpment and the Mara River that coils past the camp. Though it is a small establishment, it has 16 tents, a living and dinning area as well as a bar.
This is an ideal family vacation spot because there is a honeymoon, and a family suite. The stay gets better with balloon safaris to view the Mara, flights to Lake Victoria, game drives and nature walks.
5. Maji Moto Eco Camp
The Maji Moto Eco camp t is an eco friendly camp run by the Masai community. It is about three hours drive from Nairobi, thereby a great stopover for tourists on their way to the Reserve especially for those who wish to enter Masai Mara through Sekenani Gate.
The community from Maji Moto village built the camp using eco-friendly materials such as branches and cow dung. Therefore, the structural make up for the washrooms, kitchen and dining room take on the shape of the
Masai Manyattas.
The modern tents resemble an igloo, and they have modern bedding. The meals include popular international and local dishes cooked using firewood because this camp does not have a generator system. It is one of the few places where guests can enjoy candle or lantern lit diners, and while the night away around a camp fire. However, there is a solar system for charging electronic devices.
Fun activities include walking to the Reserve, game drives, visiting the community, biking and bathing in the hot springs that give this region the name maji moto, which means hot water.
These are some of the Masai Mara camps located within the game reserve. Enjoy your safari to Kenya.
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