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The Maasai Mara National Reserve, located in southwestern Kenya on the border with Tanzania, connects to Tanzania's Serengeti Game Reserve. The area boasts a diverse and diverse range of animals, including leopards, antelopes, lions, spotted hyenas, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and giraffes, making it a highly concentrated habitat. It is also considered one of the world's finest wildlife reserves and game reserves.
The tropical savanna climate is best enjoyed from June to October, when you can witness the great animal migration.
This wonderful area is definitely worth a longer stay. We recommend a 2- to 3-day safari to observe the animal migration with a local guide.
$40
6:00-18:00
Maasai Mara National Reserve, established in 1961, is one of Kenya's most famous wildlife reserves. It is internationally renowned for its exceptional populations of lions, leopards, elephants, and cheetahs, as well as the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras. It is culturally significant as home to the Maasai people.
The reserve is located in southwestern Kenya, bordering the Serengeti in Tanzania. Access is mainly via road from Nairobi (5-6 hours) or by small charter flights to local airstrips. Private tours or guided safari vehicles are recommended inside the park.
The reserve is open year-round. The best time to visit is from July to October for the Great Migration, and June to September for dry-season wildlife sightings.
Entrance fees vary for residents and non-residents. For international visitors, it is approximately $80-$90 per adult per day. Tickets are purchased at park gates or via official online booking platforms.
It is recommended to book park entrance and safari lodges at least 1-3 months in advance, especially during peak migration season.
At least 3-4 days are recommended to experience the main wildlife and landscapes; 1-2 days allows for a short safari visit.
Guided safari tours are widely available in English. Some lodges may offer guides who speak other European languages; audio guides are generally not available.
Start with early morning game drives along main roads like Musoma and Talek, visit the Mara River during migration season, and finish with a late afternoon drive or cultural visit to a Maasai village.
Night drives are available in some areas with guides, but there are no light shows. Special tours include balloon safaris and Maasai cultural visits.
The reserve can be busy during peak migration months (July-October). Least crowded periods are April-May and November, outside major migration periods.
Basic amenities like toilets and rest areas are available at lodges and camps. Some park gates have small shops; food and water are provided at lodges.
Semi-accessible; safari vehicles can accommodate elderly and children. Some areas may be challenging for disabled visitors due to rough terrain.
Cash (USD or KES) is widely accepted; most lodges and some park gates accept cards. Mobile payments like M-Pesa are accepted in nearby towns.
Restaurants and dining are mainly at lodges and camps, offering buffet-style meals and local cuisine. Few standalone cafes exist near the main entry points.
Most lodges offer vegetarian and halal options on request; vegan meals are available with prior notice.
Yes, lodges and local villages sell Maasai beadwork, hand-carved wooden animals, textiles, and paintings.
Return to Nairobi via road or charter flight, or continue to nearby reserves and parks by safari vehicle or local flights.
