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Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

The Masai Mara is Kenya’s most iconic safari destination — a vast expanse of golden savannah that forms the northern extension of Tanzania’s Serengeti ecosystem. Famed for its spectacular wildlife and the Great Wildebeest Migration, the Mara is where Africa’s most dramatic natural events unfold in front of your lens.

This world-renowned reserve is a must-visit for first-time and seasoned safari travelers alike, offering exceptional sightings of the Big Five, unmatched predator action, and rich cultural encounters with the Maasai people.

Location

  • Southwestern Kenya, bordering Tanzania

  • Part of the Greater Mara ecosystem

  • Approx. 4–6 hours by road or 45-minute flight from Nairobi

Best Time to Visit

  • July – October: Great Migration and river crossings (peak season)

  • December – March: Excellent predator sightings, dry conditions

  • April – June: Green season, fewer tourists, beautiful landscapes

Wildlife Highlights

  • The Big Five: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Black Rhino

  • Massive herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle during the migration

  • Iconic predators: Lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, jackals

  • Over 470 bird species, including ostriches, eagles, and storks

  • Crocodile and hippo-infested Mara River

Main Safari Areas

  1. Masai Mara National Reserve – Core area with Mara River crossings

  2. Mara Triangle – Managed conservancy with fewer crowds

  3. Private Conservancies (e.g., Naboisho, Olare Motorogi, Ol Kinyei) – Exclusive lodges, off-road driving, night drives, walking safaris

Experiences in Masai Mara

  • Classic game drives across the plains

  • Hot air balloon safaris at sunrise

  • River crossing viewings (Mara River during migration)

  • Guided walking safaris (in private conservancies)

  • Cultural visits to Maasai villages

  • Birdwatching safaris

Perfect For

  • First-time safari travelers

  • Great Migration watchers

  • Wildlife photographers

  • Families and honeymooners

  • Luxury and adventure safari seekers