Entry fees to the Masai Mara were last revised in late 2023 in line with the Masai Mara Management Plan. Greater Masai Mara Ecosystem Management Plan and the County Government of Narok Physical & Land Use Development Plan. Park entry fees are no longer based on the location of the Camp or Lodge at which one is staying in the Reserve.
2026 MASAI MARA PARK ENTRY FEE:
Narok County Government has confirmed the Masia Mara Park Fees for 2026 will be :
- USD 100 per non-resident adult per day from 1st January 2026 to 30th June 2026
- USD 200 per non-resident adult per day from 1st July 2026 onwards, and also applicable for 2026 up to 31st December 2026.
- CHILDREN’S FEES from 1st Jan 2026 to 31st Dec 2026 are USD 50 per day per child (9-17 years of age inclusive of entry). Children up to 8 years of age at the time of exit will be allowed FREE entry.
NOTE: IMPORTANT UPDATE ON TIMING EFFECTIVE FROM 1ST JULY 2023 onwards.
A twelve-hour ticket validity has been effected. Some of the points to note are that the guests staying outside the reserve will be required to pay a daily entry fee.
DEPARTURE BY AIR: Guests residing later than 10 am. Extension beyond this time will be considered an additional day in the park fee. A 2-hour transit ticket will be issued to guests coming from facilities(hotels) outside the reserve, at the gate of entry, to allow them to reach the airstrip within the reserve.
Additional rules apply. Please check with the official Narok County Government offices or website for additional information (www.narok.go.ke)
In case you’re wondering how much it costs to go to the Masai Mara for a tour, most Masai Mara Safari packages already include the entry fee for tourists, so do confirm with your tour agency. Fly- In Safaris are the exception as the fee is usually applicable upon landing. Note that all the information and fees listed here are subject to change without notice and should be confirmed for accuracy with the respective reserve authorities. For Kenya National Park entry fees, the official authority is the KWS(Kenya Wildlife Service).
How to Pay/Mode of Payment: Payment in Cash US Dollars, or Kenya Shillings, is accepted at the entry gates except if you’re paying for entry to the western side of the reserve, namely Mara Triangle-Mara Conservancy area, where only cashless payment is accepted(either Visa/Mastercard or Mpesa Mobile Money). Cashless modes are also accepted as an option for all the other gates, including Sekenani and Talek Gates. Citizens and Residents of Kenya are required to carry identification and proof of residence to avail the cheaper Resident rates. Pre-Payment(obtain tickets in advance) is possible through the KAPS company located in the KATO office. Longonot Road in Upper Hill, Nairobi.
Masai Mara Reserve(Narok County)
Mara Conservancy(Mara Triangle) & Other Conservancies Park Rules
Masai Mara National Reserve (Narok County ~ Sekenani, Talek, Musiara & Oloolaimutia Gates) 01st Jan – 30 June & 31st Juy to 31st Dec 2026.
| Category | Non-residents inside park*outside park | East African Resident** | Kenyan Citizen | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | US$ 100 & USD 200 from July | US$ 100 & USD 200 from July | Ksh 2,500 until June & Ksh 5000 from July | Ksh 1500 until June & Ksh 3000 from July | ||
| Child*** | US$ 50 from Jan – Dec | US$ 50 from Jan – Dec | Ksh 1000 till June & 2000 from July | Ksh 300 till June & Ksh 500 | ||
| Student**** | US$ 50 | Ksh 300 from July | Ksh 300 till June & 500 from July | |||
- Some of the well-known Lodges and Camps located inside Masai Mara National Reserve(best accessed from Sekenani Gate) include Sarova Mara Camp, Keekorok Lodge, Governors Camp(main), Ol Moran Camp, Mara Explorer Lodge, and Sand River Masai Mara Camp. The rate of $70 per adult, as per 24 hour therefore applies.
- Resident rates apply to residents of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Burundi. Visitors are required to present their National ID (for Kenyan citizens or a passport displaying Work permits or appropriate visas to prove resident status upon entrance into the reserve. Visitors without a valid passport are required to pay non-resident rates.
- Child rates are applicable to persona age 9-17 years old. Persons under 8 are free.
- Student rates are only applicable for persons aged up to 17 years old, sponsored by a recognized learning institution, and in possession of a valid student ID, and visiting the reserve on pre arranged school-organised trip or for research authorized by the ticketing office of the Masai Mara Reserve in Narok. Students must obtain permission to use these special rates at least two weeks in advance of their visit.
Camping Fees
| Category | Non-Residents Public Vs Private Campsite | East African Residents Public Vs Private Campsites | East African Citizens Public Vs Private Campsites | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | US$ 30 | US$ 40 | KES 1,000 | KES 1,500 | KES 1,000 | KES 1,000 |
| Children | US$ 20 | US$ 20 | KES 200 | KES 500 | KES 200 | KES 200 |
| Student** | US$ 20 | US$ 20 | KES 200 | KES 500 | KES 200 | KES 200 |
Private Campsite Booking Fee= Ksh 10,000.
Vehicle Entry Fees
| SAFARI VEHICLE | |
|---|---|
| Less than 6 seats | Ksh 400 |
| 6 – 12 seats | Ksh 1,000 |
| 13 – 24 seats | Ksh 3,000 |
| 24 – 44 seats | Ksh 4,000 |
| 45 seats and above | Ksh 5,000 |
| TRUCKS | |
| 1 – 3 tons | Ksh 700 |
| 4 – 7 tons | Ksh 2,500 |
| 8 tons and above | Ksh 3,500 |
RANGER FEES
| Activity | Ranger Fees |
|---|---|
| Game drive (+6hrs) | Ksh 3,000 |
| Game drive (-6hrs) | Ksh 1,500 |
| Full night camp security | Ksh 4,000 |
Campers at private campsites must hire two rangers for nighttime security. Rangers are transported to/from your campsite, and food and accommodation for the rangers aren’t required.
Other Fees
| Category | Adult | Child | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Air Balloon Landing Fee (per person per landing) Note – This is usually included in the Balloon Flight prices | US$ 50 | US$ 20 | |
| Horse Riding Fee (per horse per day) | Ksh 1,500 | ||
| Annual Research Permits (Non-resident) | US$ 400 | ||
Mara Conservancy (Mara Triangle) Entry via Purungat Bridge Gate, Oloololo Gate, or Serena Airstrip
| Category | Non-Residents Inside park Outside park | East African Residents | Kenyan Citizen | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | US$ 100 from Jan & US$ 200 from July | US$ 100 from Jan & US$ 200 from July | Ksh 2500 until June & Ksh 5000 from July | Ksh 1500 until June & Ksh 3,000 from July | ||
| Child | US$ 50 | US$ 50 | Ksh 1000 till June & 2000 from July | Ksh 300 till June & 500 from July | ||
| Student | US$ 50 | Ksh 300 | Ksh 300 till June & Ksh 500 from July | |||
- Some of the lodges and camps located inside Mara Conservancy areMara Serena Safari Lodge and Little Governors Camp.
- Resident rates apply to residents of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Burundi. Visitors are required to present their National ID(for Kenyan citizens) or Passport displaying Work permits or appropriate Visas to prove resident Status upon entrance into the reserve. Visitors without a valid passport are required to pay the non-resident rates.
- Child rates are applicable to persons 9-17 years of age. Persons under 8 are free.
- Students’ rates are only applicable for persons aged up to 17 years old, sponsored by a recognized learning institution and in possession of a valid student ID, and visiting the reserve on a pre-arranged school-organised trip or for research authorized by the ticketing office of the Masai Mara Reserve in Narok. Students must obtain permission to use these special rates at least two weeks in advance of their visit.
Camping Fees
| Category | Non-Resident Public vs Private Campsites | East African Residents Public Vs Private Campsites | East African Citizens Public Vs Private Campsites | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | US$ 30 | US$ 40 | KES 1,000 | KES 1,500 | KES 1,000 | KES 1,000 |
| Children | US$ 20 | US$ 20 | KES 200 | KES 500 | KES 200 | KES 200 |
| Student** | US$ 20 | US$ 20 | KES 200 | KES 500 | KES 200 | KES 200 |
- Private Campsite Booking Fee= Ksh 10,00
- Public Campsites include Eluai, Iseiya, and Oloololo Campsites. Private Campsites include Ndovu, Dirisha, Kijito, Kishanga, Kiboko, and more.
Masai Mara Vehicle Entry Fees
| SAFARI VEHICLE | |
|---|---|
| Less than 6 seats | Ksh 400 |
| 6 – 12 seats | Ksh 1,000 |
| 13 – 24 seats | Ksh 3,000 |
| 24 – 44 seats | Ksh 4,000 |
| 45 seats and above | Ksh 5,000 |
| TRUCKS | |
| 1 – 3 tons | Ksh 700 |
| 4 – 7 tons | Ksh 2,500 |
| 8 tons and above | Ksh 3,500 |
Rangers Fees
| Activity | Ranger Fees |
|---|---|
| Game Drive (+6hrs) | Ksh 3,000 |
| Game Drive (-6hrs) | Ksh 1,500 |
| Full Night Camp Security | Ksh 4,000 |
- Campers at private campsites must hire two rangers for nighttime security. Rangers are transported to/from your campsite, and food and accommodation for the rangers aren’t required
Aircraft Single Landing Fees
| Aircraft Capacity | Landing Fees |
|---|---|
| Up to 3 seats | Ksh 300 |
| 3 – 6 seats | Ksh 500 |
| 7 – 14 seats | Ksh 1,000 |
| 15 – 20 seats | Ksh 2,000 |
| 21 seats and above | Ksh 3,000 |
- Landing Fees can be paid at the KAPS Office in Nairobi with cheques made payable to Mara Conservancy
Other Fees
| Category | Adult | Child | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballooning Landing Fee (per person per landing) | US$ 50 | US$ 20 | |
| Horse Riding Fee (per horse per day) | Ksh 1,500 | ||
| Annual Research Permits (Non-resident) | US$ 400 | ||
Other Conservancies & Game Ranches bordering Masai Mara National Reserve, such as Mara North Conservancy, Mara Naboisho, Olare Motorogi, Ol Kinyei & Enonkishu Conservancies
| Category | Non-Resident | East African Resident | Kenyan Citizen | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | US$ 80 -120 | Ksh 1,000 – 2000 | Ksh 1,000 – 2000 | |
| Child | US$ 45 -75 | Ksh 500-1500 | Ksh 300-1000 | |
Park Rules
Rules are intended to ensure that visitors enjoy a superior safari experience without endangering themselves or the wildlife of the Mara Triangle. Please respect the rules and our rangers who are there to protect visitors, the wildlife, and the environment.
If you break any of the above rules, Mara Conservancy rangers have the legal right to:
- Impose an on-the-spot fine of Ksh 10,000
- Have a vehicle and/or people removed or even banned from the park immediately.
| VIOLATION CATEGORY | PENALTY |
|---|---|
| Default on payment or Park Entry Fee | a) Motor Vehicle = Ksh 2,000 per entry b) Driver = Ksh 2,000 c) Repeat default = Ksh 4,000 |
| Possesion of invalid ticket | Ksh 3,000 per person |
| Pff-road driving | Ksh 10,000 |
| Animal harassment | Ksh 10,000 |
| Littering inside the park | Ksh 500 |
| Illegal grazing | a) Cattle = Ksh 2,000 each b) Sheep/Goats = Ksh 50 each |
Fines must be paid at the ranger’s office before departing from the Mara Triangle. Please ensure that you obtain a payment receipt. Failure to pay fines results in a six-month banishment from the Mara Triangle, depending on the offence.
Help us to protect the Mara Triangle. If you see a park rule being broken, please take a photograph of the incident, note the date/time, the tour operator, and the vehicle license number, and send it to mara@maratriangle.org. Or inform our rangers at Oloololo and Purungal Bridge Gates. Similar rules apply to the Masai Mara National Reserve on the Narok County side.
