Top 10 budget accommodation in masai mara national reserve
Top 10 budget accommodation in masai mara national reserve
Top 10 budget accommodation in masai mara national reserve: Masai mara national reserve is one of the most popular national parks in Kenya and one of the greatest habitants for wildlife in East Africa, Masai mara national reserve is situated in in the Kenya rift valley province with Narok as the nearest city. The reserve was established in 1961 covering an area of 1,510 square kilometers and it is under the governance of Trans-Mara and Narok County Councils.
masai mara national reserve is a wildlife paradise with many animals and bird species living in the park, animals in the reserve include wildebeests, topi, gazelle, buffaloes, hippopotamus, crocodiles, hyenas, cheetahs, jackals, bat – eared foxes and many more. Birds habiting in masai mara national reserve include vultures, marabou storks, secretary birds, hornbills, crowned cranes, ostriches, long-crested eagles, African pygmy-falcons and the lilac-breasted roller and many more.
Accommodation is one unmissable concern while going for a safari in the great Masai mara national park, accommodation is categorized into three that is luxury, midrange and budget accommodation. this article highlights on the budget accommodation which can be used while masai mara national park, though there is many budget facilities this articles focuses on the 10 budget facilities and they are as listed below.
Talek bush camp
Talek bush camp is a comfortable budget facility offering accommodation to tourists of Masai mara national reserve, the camp is situated in a distance of 500 meters from Hippo just outside the park. Talek Bush camp is in a fantastic location and very hospitable offering you an amazing experience, the camp offers accommodation through tents and camping site. The tented camp are offered as single, double tented cottages and the camping ground is offered with camping facilities.
Talek bush camp offers the following services and facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair Friendly
- 24-hour Concierge service
- English, Arabic, Swahili speaking helpers
- 24 Hour Hot Water Shower
- Camera Equipment Rental
- Camp Fire
- Nairobi pick up and drop off service
- Airport Transfers
- Sunrise to Sunset Wildlife Safaris
- Coffee / Tea Shop
- 6 Charging ports in each tent
- Multi Cuisine Catering
- Wake up Service
- Laundry Service
Oseki Maasai mara camp
Oseki Maasai mara camp is an excellent accommodation facility situated about 2.5 kilometers from Masai mara national reserve, the camp’s name Oseki is derived from the sacred Maasai tree the Oseki which means peace. Oseki Maasai mara camp offers accommodation through its comfortable rooms which include
Impala – impala room is a 24 square feet with 2 twin beds
Lion – is a charming tent of 24 square feet with 1 single bed and 2 twin beds and a perfect room for a couple with a child or 2-3 friends.
Rhino – this room is a traditional bush tent 24 square ft. in size, the room contains 1 single and 2 twin beds thus a perfect accommodation for three friends on a safari to Masai mara national reserve. Rhino room has a self-contained bathroom.
Topee – Toppe is a stoney chalet styled in traditional and simple bush way, the chalet consists of 2 twins thus being perfect for couple and single travellers.
Zebra – Zebra room is a suitable family room with 1 single, 2 twin beds and 1 extra bed can be arranged.
Oseki Maasai mara camp managed by the local Masai offers the following services and facilities
- restaurant with full board meal plan
- 24- hour front desk
- garden
- Free accessed Wi-Fi
- Bonfire
- party Venue
- Bow and Arrow class
- Elephant walk
- Laundry services
Serian Vacation House
Serian vacation house is a 1000 square meters comfortable accommodation facility situated Narok, the house is perfect for tourists on a vacation in Masai mara national reserve and offers accommodation through its four double bedrooms.
Serian vacation home offers the following services and facilities
- a living room with a TV
- Garden
- free parking lot
- Shared kitchen with Dining table, Cleaning products, Stovetop, Oven, Kitchenware, Microwave, Refrigerator
- a picnic area
- outdoor furniture
- sun terrace
- barbecue
- balcony
- Dining area
Mara Chui resort
Mara Chui resort is a calm accommodation facility situated in Oloolaimutia near Ololaimuteik gate in a 4 minutes’ drive and Sekenani reserve headquarters in a 40 minutes’ drive, the resort is situated in a walkable distance from Masai mara national reserve and it offers accommodation through twin rooms, triple and standard single room.
Mara Chui resort offers the following services and facilities
- Restaurant serving free buffet breakfast
- 24 hour front desk
- daily house keeping
- Balcony or patio
- en-suite bathroom with bathrobes, free toiletries, hair drier, shower and towels
- gift shop
- free Wi-Fi
- free self-parking
Maji Moto Eco camp
Maji Moto Eco camp is a wonderful accommodation facility situated in Maji moto in Keekorok, the camp offers accommodation through eco-friendly tents which are comfortable and clean with outdoor showers with a view of the valley. Maji Moto Eco camp is located in 1 hour’s drive from the Sekenani gate of masai mara national reserve and about 3 hour’s drive from Nairobi, the tents where accommodation is offered they are double tents with 1 single bed or 2 single beds.
Facilities and services offered at Maji Moto Eco camp include
- free parking
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
- Wake-up service
- Packed lunches
- Gift shop
- Laundry Additional charge
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- airport pickup and drop off
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
Mara sunset camp
Mara sunset camp is a comfortable accommodation facility situated in Narok 21 kilometers from Masai mara national reserve and 17 kilometers from Keekorok Airport, the camp offers accommodation through tents with 2 double beds and double rooms with 2 single beds.
Facilities and services offered by Mara sunset camp include
- bar
- terrace
- free Wi-Fi
- free parking lot
- restaurant
Mara frontier hotel
Mara frontier hotel is a blissful accommodation facility situated in Narok in a distance of 5 kilometers from Naivas supermarket, the hotel offers accommodation through its 40 beautifully decorated and spacious rooms that is Standard rooms, deluxe rooms, twin rooms and executive rooms. In-room amenities include Flat screen Tv, WI-FI, Private shower and WC with hot water, depending with the room category, coffee making facilities and Room Service at an extra charge
Facilities and services offered at Mara Frontier hotel
- swimming pool
- the lounge bar
- restaurant
- secure parking lot
- conference facilities
- reception
Mama safari guest house
Mama safari guest house is a self- catering accommodation facility situated in 1.4 kilometers drive from Sekenani health centre in Keekorok, the guest house offers amazing accommodation with beds fitted with mosquito nets and it has a free Wi-Fi access and a free private parking.
Semadep mara camp
Semadep mara camp situated in a distance of 2 kilometers from Sekenani main gate, the camp offers accommodation through 12 permanent tented accommodation, a camping site and double rooms. Tents have 2 or 3 single bed. Each tent has flushing toilets and hot water showers, the camp offers the following services and facilities
- A fully equipped
- free accessed Wi-Fi
- bar
- Restaurant serving both African, American and Asian cuisine with buffet menu.
- Outdoor fireplace
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Maendeleo Parkview hotel
Maendeleo Parkview hotel is a suitable accommodation for budget tourists on a safari in Masai mara national reserve, the hotel is situated in 300 meters from Naivas supermarket, and the hotel offers accommodation through its rooms with room types as follows
- Double room with 1 double bed
- Standard twin room with 2 double beds
- Standard double room with 1 double bed
Maendeleo Parkview hotel offers the following services and facilities
- restaurant serving local, local, international dishes with À la carte menu
- bar
- free Wi-Fi
- parking lot
- parked lunches
- 24 hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- room service
- laundry services and ironing services at additional charge.
