Masai Mara National Reserve
Kenya
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The big cat capital
Spanning over 1,500 square kilometers of rolling savannah, it is the northern-most section of the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. Whether you are seeking the “Big Five” or the thundering hooves of the Great Migration, the Mara offers a density of wildlife that is arguably unmatched anywhere else on earth.
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What to expect
Witness over 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes brave the crocodile-infested waters of the Mara River in a life-or-death struggle for fresh grazing.
The Mara is world-famous for its high concentration of lions (the stars of Big Cat Diary), leopards, and cheetahs.
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Best time to visit
During the dry Season, animals congregate around the swamps; easiest for wildlife spotting and on the rainy season its best for birdwatchers and the clearest views of the mountain.
Angama Mara
Mara serena Lodge
Ashnil Mara Camp
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Enkorok Mara Camp
Angama Mara
Perched high on the Oloololo Escarpment with breathtaking views over the entire reserve.
Mara Serena Lodge
Centrally located near the main migration crossing points, featuring unique “dome” architecture.
Ashnil Mara Camp
Nestled right on the banks of the Mara River—perfect for hearing hippos from your tent.
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Highly rated for its personalized service and prime location for big cat sightings.
Enkorok Mara Camp
Situated in the Siana Conservancy, offering great value just 2.5km from the Ololaimutia Gate.
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Dawn & Dusk Game Drives: Our expert guides use custom 4×4 vehicles to track the “Big Five.” We focus on early mornings when predators are most active.
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Hot Air Balloon Safaris: Float silently over the plains at sunrise. See the scale of the migration from above and finish with a world-famous “Champagne Bush Breakfast” upon landing.
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Maasai Cultural Village Visits: Meet the “Guardians of the Wild.” Learn about the traditional life, warriors’ jumping dances, and intricate beadwork of the Maasai people.
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Guided Nature Walks: In the private conservancies bordering the reserve, go on foot with a Maasai warrior to learn about animal tracking, medicinal plants, and the “Small Five.”
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Bush Meals & Sundowners: There is nothing like a cold drink as the sun sets over the Mara, or a private dinner under a canopy of stars in the middle of the African bush.
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Night Game Drives: (Exclusively in Private Conservancies) Discover the nocturnal world, from hunting lions to the elusive aardvark and bushbaby.
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