Region in Narok County, Kenya
Cost of living in Maasai Mara
How much a month costs in Maasai Mara
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $3,470–6,950 (KSh450,000–900,000).
Prices in Maasai Mara
Typical 2026 ranges in KES, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | KES | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | KSh20,000–60,000 | $154–463 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | KSh400–900 | $3.1–6.9 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | KSh1,500–3,500 | $12–27 |
| Cappuccino | KSh250–450 | $1.9–3.5 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | KSh350–700 | $2.7–5.4 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | KSh1,000–3,000 | $8–23 |
Value for money: 1/100
A value score of 1/100 means Maasai Mara gives more quality of life per dollar than 0% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 58/100. It's the 8th most affordable of 8 places we cover in Kenya.
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Cost of living across Kenya
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Maasai Mara
Similar safety, lower cost, in Africa.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Maasai Mara?
About $1,160–1,930 on a lean budget, $3,470–6,950 for a comfortable month and $11,580–30,870 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much does food cost in Maasai Mara?
A local meal is KSh400–900 ($3.1–6.9); a mid-range restaurant is KSh1,500–3,500 ($12–27) per person.
Is Kenya expensive?
Prices in Kenya are about 34% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Narok County Government
- Mara Conservancy (Mara Triangle)
- Safarilink Aviation
- Air Kenya
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.