The World Cup of Wildlife

Maasai Mara National Park

Destination

Overview

The Maasai Mara is arguably Africa’s most famous wildlife destination. Located in southwestern Kenya along the Tanzanian border, it forms a continuous ecosystem with the Serengeti. It is a land of vast, rolling golden grasslands, iconic acacia trees, and an incredible concentration of predators and herbivores. It is world-renowned for the "Great Migration," one of the most spectacular natural events on Earth.
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Destination

Key Highlights

Best Time to Visit

July – October

Location

Narok County, Kenya

Major Attraction

The Great Wildebeest Migration & The Big Five

Activity

Hot Air Balloon Safaris at sunrise

Typical Duration

3 – 5 Days
Destination

About the Destination

Covering approximately 1,510 sq. km, the Mara is named in honor of the Maasai people the ancestral inhabitants of the area. The word "Mara" means "spotted" in Maa, referring to the landscape dotted with trees, cloud shadows, and scrub. Unlike many other parks, the Mara is a "National Reserve" managed by local councils, and it is surrounded by numerous private "Conservancies" that offer exclusive, low-density tourism models that directly benefit the local Maasai communities.
Things to Do

At Serengeti National Parks

The Great Migration

Witness millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles brave crocodile-infested waters at the Mara River.

Hot Air Balloon Safari

Drift silently over the plains at dawn for a bird’s-eye view of the herds, followed by a champagne bush breakfast.

Maasai Cultural Visit

Visit a traditional Manyatta (homestead) to learn about the Maasai culture, traditional jumping dances, and ancient warrior traditions.

Photography Safaris

Take advantage of the open plains and abundant light, which make it one of the best places for wildlife photography.

Guided Bush Walks

Available primarily in the private conservancies, offering a closer look at the "Little Five" and the flora of the savannah.
Accommodation Options

Comfort for Every Journey

Angama Mara

An ultra-luxury lodge suspended high above the floor of Africa’s Great Rift Valley with breathtaking views.
From $1500/ Night

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Modeled after a traditional Maasai village, located in the "Mara Triangle" with front-row seats to the migration
From $450/ Night

Talek Bush Camp

A comfortable and hospitable camp located near the Talek Gate, offering a more accessible entry point to the Mara experience
From $100/ Night
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