Maasai Mara
The crown jewel of the African savannah
KenyaAbout Maasai Mara
The Maasai Mara National Reserve is Kenya at its most iconic — endless golden grasslands dotted with acacia trees, roamed by lion prides, elephant herds, and leopards draped over fig branches. Between July and October the reserve hosts the Great Migration, when over a million wildebeest thunder across the Mara River in one of nature's most dramatic spectacles.
Beyond the game drives, the Mara is the ancestral home of the Maasai people, whose culture and traditions add a rich human dimension to every visit. Sunrise hot-air balloon safaris, bush breakfasts on the plains, and sundowners overlooking the escarpment make the Mara as romantic as it is wild.
Highlights
- The Great Wildebeest Migration (July – October)
- Exceptional Big Five sightings year-round
- Hot-air balloon safaris at dawn
- Authentic Maasai village visits
- Mara River crossings and big-cat country
Iconic Wildlife
- Lion
- Leopard
- Cheetah
- Elephant
- Wildebeest
- Buffalo
Best Time to Visit
July – October for the migration; excellent game viewing all year
Safaris Featuring Maasai Mara
The Royal Kenya Odyssey – 15 Days / 14 Nights
A grand journey through Kenya’s finest parks — from the legendary Maasai Mara to the golden beaches of Mombasa. Experience wildlife, culture, and coast in one unforgettable odyssey.
The Savannah Sojourn – 7 Days / 6 Nights
An enchanting safari through Kenya’s iconic landscapes — Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and the white sands of Mombasa. Ideal for travelers seeking adventure and serenity.
The Mara Majesty – 8 Days / 7 Nights
Capture the essence of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley and Maasai Mara — an ideal safari for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.
Where to Stay in Maasai Mara
Luxury LodgeMaasai Mara National ReserveMara Serena Safari Lodge
Perched high on a hill in the heart of the Mara Triangle, Mara Serena overlooks the fabled river-crossing points of the Great Migration. Its rooms echo the shape of traditional Maasai manyattas, each with sweeping views over the savannah below.
Tented CampMaasai Mara National ReserveSarova Mara Game Camp
A classic tented camp set within lush gardens inside the reserve, Sarova Mara blends under-canvas romance with full comfort — ensuite tents, a highly regarded restaurant, and a front-row seat to the Mara's wildlife.
Tented CampMara River, Maasai MaraGovernors' Camp
Steeped in safari heritage, Governors' Camp sits on the forested banks of the Mara River in the reserve's richest game-viewing area. Elephants wander through camp and hippos grunt below the tents — this is the authentic, old-world safari at its finest.