Masai Mara Park Fees 2026: Entry Charges For Kenyans, Residents And Foreign Tourists

Visitors planning a trip to the Masai Mara National Reserve can expect different park entry fees depending on their residency status, age, and the time of year they visit.

The 2023 revised charges, introduced under the Maasai Mara Management Plan, remain in force and apply to both non-residents and residents.

Non-resident adults will pay USD 100 per person per day from January 1 to June 30, 2026. The fee will increase to USD 200 per day from July 1 to December 31, 2026.

Children aged 9 to 17 years will pay USD 50 per day, while children aged eight years and below will continue to enjoy free entry.

For Kenyan citizens, the daily park entry fee is KSh1,500 between January and June before rising to KSh3,000 from July.

East African residents will pay KSh2,500 during the first half of the year and KSh5,000 from July onwards.

Students are eligible for discounted rates upon meeting the reserve’s requirements.

Masai Mara Camping Fees

Tourists who choose to camp in the Masai Mara National Reserve are required to pay camping fees in addition to the standard park entry charges.

For non-residents, camping at a public campsite costs USD 30 per adult per night, while a private campsite costs USD 40 per adult.

Children and students pay USD 20 per night at both public and private campsites.

For East African residents, camping at a public campsite costs KSh1,000 per adult, while a private campsite costs…