MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Maasai Mara National Reserve is famously known as one of the NEW SEVEN WONDERS OF THE WORLD –for its wildebeest migration to and from the Serengeti park southwards to Tanzania. This makes it the best area to see the Wildebeest Migration as the animals migrate across the crocodile infested Mara
river in there thousands, and still remains the favorite tourist attraction for the Masai Mara and Kenya alike. Masai Mara National Reserve is located in Kenya, Narok District. It is about 270 kilometers from Nairobi, and takes about 4 to 5hours by road. There are also scheduled flights, twice daily from Wilson Airport
Nairobi, which take about 40 – 45 minutes. It is named after the native tribe – The Maasai People and the Mara River, which runs across the Reserve. The Mara Triangle consists of the western third of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Its stretches from the edge of the Siria (Oloololo) Escarpment south to the Tanzanian border and east to the Mara river.
ACTIVITIES TO DO IN THE MASAI MARA
GAMEDRIVES
A game drive is an adventure that entails viewing wildlife in the comfort of a 4×4 open-sided safari vehicle that accommodates 4 to 6 people, a sure way to give you that classical safari feeling. Safari game drives are one of the most popular ways to see wildlife in the Masai Mara.
HOT AIR BALLOONING
Hot-air balloon safari. Experience the Masai Mara on a different level. Flying high up in the skies above the Masai Mara is the ultimate safari experience. Hot air balloon ride prices start at US$ 450 per person. Book with us and experience Masai Mara on another level
WALKING SAFARI
A bush walking safari is an adventure packed activity where participants embark on relaxed, guided walks in a wildlife conservation area with the objective of seeing wild animals in a more natural way without using vehicle.
WITNESS WILDEBEEST MIGRATION
This is one of the most phenomenal natural spectacles in the world. It is an annual movement From July to September by millions of wildebeest, accompanied by large numbers of zebra, Grant’s gazelle, Thompson’s gazelle, elands and impalas across the greater Masai Mara-Serengeti ecosystem.
VISIT A MASAI VILLAGE TRIBE
Visit a traditional Maasai tribal village in Kenya accompanied by an English-speaking guide who lives there himself. A visit to Mara would be incomplete without a visit to the nearby Maasai community. This one hour visit to a Maasai village is a chance to interact with the Maasai & get a glimpse into their culture, unique way of life and see first hand some of their customs & practices.
WATCH AFRICAN SUNDOWNER
A sundowner is simply a ‘happy hour’ during sunset over the African Bush as you round off your Afternoon Adventure on your Masai Mara Safari. Book with us and experience this beautiful sundowner
MASAI MARA SAFARIS
A safari in Masai Mara is arguably the best wildlife adventure experience in the world and this is certainly not an over statement. The reserve is home to some of the most diverse collection of animals, not just the ‘Big Five’ but also the ‘Big Nine’ most of which can be seen during a safari tour in Masai Mara. Though the wildebeest migration season from July to September is the highlight of the year, a Masai Mara safari is a rewarding experience all year round. We are listing several 2022 and 2023 Masai Mara tour packages below which range from budget road tours to luxury Fly-In Safaris staying at boutique Tented Camps. You can also check some of our recommended Kenya Safari itineraries here.
SAFARIS BY ROAD
Road Safari Tours
The most popular mode of getting to Masai Mara is by road, typically starting and ending in Nairobi, with the choice of vehicle being a 4×4 Landcruiser Jeep or the less costly Safari Minibus (Tour Van). The trip from Nairobi to Masai Mara typically takes 5 to 6 hours depending on which Camp has been booked for your tour. The benefit of a safari by road is the typically lower tour cost as well as getting to see and experience more of the real Kenyan countryside. The downside is that stretches of road on the route are of below average condition.
FLY-IN SAFARIS
Fly~in or “Flyng Safaris” as these are also known offer the convenience of getting to Masai Mara within an hour from Nairobi and are norm for certain Safari Camps in Maasai Mara which are more remote or those that only offer packaged stays including safari drives. Flights take off from Wilson airport in Nairobi twice daily and upon arrival at the airstrip in the Mara, guests are received and transfered to their respective Camp or Lodge in time for lunch. Game drives are provided in 4×4 Safari Tour Vehicles by the property.
ROAD PACKAGE SAFARI
FLIGHT PACKAGE SAFARI
3 Days Masai Mara Safari ~ Budget
Kenyans/ Residents-14,500
From US$ 350 to US$ 610
3 Days Fly-In Safari – All inclusive
Flight Package
From US$ 1040 to US$ 1450