Which place is cheaper, London or Masai Mara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Masai Mara or London?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Masai Mara and London. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Masai Mara or London?
Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve is a beautiful, scenic, nature reserve in southwest Kenya, just west of the capital city, Nairobi. The reserve belongs to the Masai people and was created in order to protect the land and the people and animals living on it. Masai Mara is considered to be one of the best reserves in all of Africa, offering the quintessential African safari experience.
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Luxury Tours to Kenya, The Best Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, and The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom.
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Masai Mara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMasai Mara $133London $292
The average daily cost (per person) in Masai Mara is $133, while the average daily cost in London is $292. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Masai Mara and London in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMasai Mara $37London $168
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMasai Mara $74London $336
Compare Hotels in Masai Mara and London
Looking for a hotel in Masai Mara or London? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Masai Mara Hotel Prices and London Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Masai Mara $47London $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Masai Mara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Masai Mara:
- Nairobi Airport (NBO) Private Transfer to Nairobi City/Hotels: $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride$20
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Heathrow Express$24
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Luggage Storage$11
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London Map$1.74
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Oyster Card$48
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)$29
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Oyster Card$36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Heathrow Airport to/from Renaissance Hotel: $9.15
- Bus Transfer between Heathrow Airport & Premier Inn: $9.15
- Bus Transfer Between Heathrow Airport & Radisson RED: $9.15
- Stansted airport: Bus transfer from/to Cambridge: $12
- Heathrow Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Birmingham: $15
- Gatwick Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Bristol: $16
- Manchester Airport : Bus transferring to/from London: $17
- Bus Transfer between Heathrow & Luton Airports: $17
- Heathrow Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Bristol City Center: $18
- Luton Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Birmingham: $18
- Luton Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Oxford Gloucester Green: $26
- Departure Private Transfer Argostoli to Kephalonia Airport EFL in Business Car: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Masai Mara or London?
Prices for flights to both London and Masai Mara change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayMasai Mara $57London $80
Typical Food Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks$17
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Tea$8.07
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason$53
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Morning Tea$8.54
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Pastry$6.73
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Sushi Dinner for One$25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Borough Market Food Tour - Self Guided: $6.95
- London Food Tour of Soho & Covent Garden: $19
- Hard Rock Cafe London Old Park Lane with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $42
- Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $43
- Ultimate London Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour: $48
- The English Food You Don't Expect Food Tour of London: $68
- Peruvian Fusion Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $88
- Authentic Japanese Cooking Class in North London Home: $93
- Japanese Izakaya Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $116
- London Borough Market and London Bridge Food Tour: $117
- Winner 2026 London East End Food Tour: 10 Year Anniversary: $118
- Indian Cooking Masterclass with Market Tour: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Masai Mara $60London $44
Tours and Activities in Masai Mara
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Masai Mara are as follows:
- Amboseli N Park Day tour with optional Maasai village visit: $200
- Amboseli national park full day tour: $160
- Bomas of Kenya cultural Dance and Acrobatic Show Tour: $64
- Carnivore Restaurant Nairobi Eating Experience with Transport: $145
- Cultural Day Tour to Bomas of Kenya Nairobi: $51
- David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi: $55
- Day Tour to Maasai Mara Reserve From Nairobi: $225
- Day tour to Giraffe center and Karen Blixen Nairobi: $95
- Giraffe Center Guided Tour from Nairobi: $65
- Giraffe Center and David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Tour: $72
- Guided "Matatu" Experience Half Day Tour Within Nairobi.: $60
- Half Day Giraffe Center,Baby Elephant&Karen Blixxen Guided Tour: $70
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert$111
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London Symphony Orchestra$46
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London Pass$63
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Comedy Show$11
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- London's Hidden Gems Self Guided City Tour: $3.53
- Tales from the Thames Riverbank: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- London Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $6.00
- Southwark Pirates of the Thames Quest Experience in London: $6.36
- Central London Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
- Kew Gardens Richmond Landmarks and Secret Spots Self Guided Tour: $6.79
- Guided Rock & Roll Walking Tour of Soho: $6.81
- Palaces and Protests Self Guided Tour of Kensington and Hyde: $6.99
- London’s West End at War: Self-Guided WWII Puzzle Adventure: $7.06
- Wizarding Interactive Game & Magical Walking Tour: $7.42
- Jack The Ripper's London Smartphone Guided Walking Tour: $7.75
- Hammersmith to Chiswick: A Self-Guided Audio Tour along the Riverside: $7.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMasai Mara $26London $20
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- An Epic Bar Crawl in London United Kingdom: $15
- Historic Pub Walking Tour of London: $19
- London Pub Crawl: $29
- London Historic Pub Tour: Fleet Street Taverns, Small Group: $31
- London PUB CRAWL Shots Pints & Good Times: $34
- The Original Shoreditch Pub Crawl: $34
- Potter Pub Tour for Muggles: London: $44
- Gay Soho Pub Crawl Discover the Heart of LGBTQ London: $48
- Historic London Pub Tour: $54
- North London Craft Brewery Tour: $67
- Pub Crawl and Sing along London Experience: $80
- London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates: $80
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Masai Mara and London, we can see that London is more expensive. And not only is Masai Mara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Masai Mara is in Africa and London is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Masai Mara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Masai Mara and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London than you might in Masai Mara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Masai Mara Expensive? and Is London Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.