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Masai Mara Safari

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Introduction

About Masai Mara

Providing the awe-inspiring backdrop for the Great Wildebeest Migration, the Maasai Mara National Reserve is Kenya’s most popular wildlife-viewing destination. It’s managed as a collaborative initiative between local councils and Maasai tribal communities. This makes it captivating not only for its natural wonders but also for its cultural heritage, with ancient traditions existing alongside progressive conservation measures.

Aside from being home to giraffe, impala, cheetahs and hippos, the reserve also provides a habitat for jackals, Thompson’s gazelle and elephants. During the Great Wildebeest Migration, it sees around 1.5 million wildebeest and huge numbers of zebras coming to graze on its fresh pastures, with opportunistic predators never far away.

Highlights of visiting the Maasai Mara National Reserve include witnessing the wildebeest herds making the precarious crossing of the Mara River as wily crocodiles lie in wait. Cultural encounters with Maasai communities will also leave a lasting impression, with the traditional adumu jumping dance never failing to impress.

If you want to experience the Maasai Mara’s wildlife-rich savannah with your own eyes, browse our selection of Kenya safari packages below.

Curated Safaris

Masai Mara Safaris & Tours

Where to Stay

Where to Stay in Masai Mara

Seasons & Timing

Best Time to Visit Masai Mara

Masai Mara rewards travellers year-round; the months our safari designers most often recommend are highlighted below. Share your dates and we'll fine-tune the timing for wildlife, weather and value.

Jan January Good
Feb February Good
Mar March Green
Apr April Green
May May Green
Jun June Green
Jul July Peak
Aug August Peak
Sep September Peak
Oct October Peak
Nov November Green
Dec December Green
Peak — prime wildlife & weather Good — great value, fewer crowds Green season — lush & quiet, lowest rates
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