Masai Mara National reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve and its neighboring conservancies form Kenya’s flagship conservation area and is one of the finest wildlife and safari destinations in Africa. Located in south west Kenya, the Masai Mara National Reserve is renowned for its vast scenic expanse of gently rolling African savannah plains, measuring approximately 1510 square kilometers in area, bordering the notorious Serengeti National Park in Tanzania to the south. The Masai Mara’s sprawling wide-open plains provide a sanctuary for its abundant wildlife to freely roam the vast Masai Mara wilderness and beyond. The legendary Masai Mara is also the site of the iconic Great Migration in Africa – also known as the Gnu Migration, Serengeti Migration and Masai Mara Migration. The annual Great Migration is one of the chief reasons why so many travelers venture to Kenya, Tanzania, and the Masai Mara for a Migration safari. The iconic Masai Mara Great Migration includes millions of wildebeest, accompanied by large numbers of zebra, and smaller numbers of Grant’s gazelle, Thomson’s gazelle, eland, and impala venture across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem, moving from the Masai Mara National Reserve to Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. Proclaimed one of the greatest wildlife spectacles and remarkable natural wonders in the world – Witnessing and experiencing the Masai Mara Great Migration should undoubtedly be on everyone’s African safari travel bucket-list. Besides its spectacular wildlife spectacles and seasonal highlights, the Masai Mara National Reserve is not only deemed one of the most prestigious and unique wildlife conservation havens in Africa, famed for its remarkable natural diversity of wildlife and birdlife, it is one of the most prominent and premier Kenyan safari locations in East Africa, offering visitors and game and nature enthusiasts alike an authentic, one-of-a-kind, and unforgettable African safari experience. Voted one of the new Seven Wonders of the World and famously declared a top, not-to-be-missed, bucket-list worthy African safari and wildlife destination, its no surprise avid travelers, keen adventurers and explorers, globe trotters, and eager wildlife and nature enthusiasts travel from around the globe to experience all of the Masai Mara’s wilderness wonders and safari adventures first-hand.
When Is It The Best time to Visit Masai Mara?
The Masai Mara is a top-all-rated year-round African safari destination, boasting superb game viewing, wildlife encounters, and safari experiences 365 days of the year, Irrespective of its diverse geography and variable climate. Despite being one of the most sought-after, must-visit, year-round destinations in Africa, the Masai Mara has two distinct seasons: Dry Season (Winter): June to October Wet Season (Summer): November to May Regarded by many as one of the best and most renowned safari destinations, boasting vast, unspoiled, and diverse landscapes, stunning surrounding scenery, a thriving vegetation, and one of the most remarkable and distinct wildlife and birdlife populations, not to mention the extraordinary Masai Mara Great Migration, visiting the pristine Masai Mara any time of the year promises to be an exceptional and exciting experience all-around. However, each season offers visitors an entirely different and vastly unique experience as it pertains to wildlife and birdlife sightings, overall climate, park conditions, surrounding scenery, seasonal highlights, and wildlife spectacles. As most people (both local and international) travel to Kenya and the Masai Mara to witness its incredible diversity of wildlife and experience the bucket-list worthy wildlife spectacle and extraordinary natural phenomenon first-hand – The Masai Mara Great Wildebeest Migration – the Masai Mara’s dry season (from June – October) is considered the best time to visit the Masai Mara and its surrounding reserves. While the entire dry season is regarded as the best time to go to the Masai Mara and witness spectacular up-close game viewing, and unbelievable wildlife spectacles, September and October are deemed the top months to experience the renowned Masai Mara Great Wildebeest Migration in full force together with the highly-acclaimed and equally thrilling Great Migration river crossings – A truly remarkable and unforgettable wildlife spectacle and experience in every way. This makes the period between mid-August and late October the prime time to visit / plan a trip to Kenya and the sought-after Masai Mara, especially if seeing the remarkable Masai Mara Great Wildebeest Migration in action is at the top of your African travel and wildlife bucket-list.
The season is dry and hot, but best to sight big cats in their most active behavior in Masai Mara.
APRIL TO JUNE
The reserve receives lots of rain and becomes so bushy making easy it to do any game drives at all times. But good for exclusive safaris
JULY TO OCTOBER
Best time to witness the great wildebeest migration and crossings in Masai Mara. The reserve becomes active after a substantial amount of rain from April to June.
Maasai Mara National Reserve – The 8th Wonder Of The World
Masai Mara is famously known 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 all year round for viewing the Big Five.
Masai Mara Location
Masai Mara National Reserve is located in Kenya, Narok District. It is about 270 kilometers from Nairobi, and takes about 4 to 5 hours 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 Masai People and the Mara River, which runs across the Reserve. The Mara Triangle consists of the western third of the Masai Mara National Reserve. Its stretches from the edge of the Siria (Oloololo) Escarpment south to the Tanzanian border and east to the Mara river althrough July to October is the Annual wildebeest Migration, on this time as there is plenty of predator and prey interactions. Welcome and experience this spetacular Annual Migration Period.
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No where in the world is there a movement of animals as immense as the wildebeest migration, over two million animals migrate from the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania to the greener pastures of Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya during the month of July through to October. Officially The migration season starts from June to October is considered the best time of the year to visit the Masai Mara. Game viewing is optimal at this time as there is plenty of predator and prey interactions.
Activities to do in the Masai mara
Hot Air Ballooning $450
Game Drives
Mingle with the Maasai on a community visit
Witness the Wildebeest Migration
Camping
Watch Sunset in Maasai mara
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We have daily departures throughout the year to Maasai Mara with small groups 2-8pax in our tour vans/land cruiser. Whether alone or many we will share you in the van with others and this makes the cost to be favorable. We may customize you to have the van on your own. TOUR VAN & LAND CRUISER - (1st January-30th June)
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All inclusive Safari- Transport in 8 seater luxury open roof tour vans for 3 days · 2 nights' accommodation in preferred camp / lodge · Meals on Full board for 3 days (meals are Buffet).
Masai mara
The Masai 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 5 hours 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.
How to get to Masai mara
There are two ways to travel to the Masai Mara after arriving in Kenya. If you’re looking for a fast and convenient way to travel, or just have a few days to spend in the area, your best option is to fly to the Masai Mara. Flying is a quick and comfortable mode of travel and is made easy through daily flight options to the various airstrips in and around the Masai Mara. The airstrip you fly into depends on which accommodation you plan to stay at. Flying time from Nairobi to the Masai Mara is approximately 40 – 45 minutes. On the other hand, driving from Nairobi to the Masai Mara can definitely add to the feeling of freedom and adventure. If you would like to do some sightseeing en route from Nairobi to Masai Mara or would like to save a dime on transportation, taking to the open road is the way to go. The downside to this is that the roads are long and the drive will take approximately six to seven hours. However, if it is an adventure you crave, driving to the Masai Mara from Nairobi will certainly be your cup of tea. That being said... most people who love road trips choose road safari.
Road Safaris
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 4x4 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 average condition.
All Transport in a customized tour van with a pop up roof for easy game viewing and photography. • Our assistance at any point of the journey is offered.
Transport in a spacious 4x4 land cruiser jeep with pop up roof for convenient game viewing. Comprehensive game drives at the game reserve.
5 primary areas where you can stay- North which has private conservancies while East, South & West comprises of the main reserve & conservancy.
Fly Safaris- Fly~in Safari
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 4x4 Safari Tour Vehicles by the property or tour age
Commercial Airlines
The following commercial airlines have daily scheduled flights to the Mara:-
Air Kenya
Safarilink
Fly540
Mombasa Air Services
Aeronav Boskovic Air Charters
Airlines operates flights to and from the Masai Mara‚ stopping at any of the eight major airstrips passengers require. it takes about 40-45 minutes flight to Masai Mara.Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Nairobi to Maasai Mara? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
The Masai Mara is easily accessible by flight. there are planned & scheduled to Airlines fly to Mara four times daily.
Nothing is more spectacular than launching at sunrise & floating effortlessly in a hot air balloon over the Masai Mara. Our prices range from $480 per adult depending on the season of travel and pick up location/ camp or lodge you will be staying in.
Masai Mara Flying Packages (Fly Safaris)
There are many different Masai Mara safari Fly packages available, depending on your budget, preferences, and the length of your stay. Here is some information to assist you decide on the most appropriate Masai Mara safari package:
Ideal Length of Stay -3 nights is ideal.
A 3 Nights / 4 Days safari package would included a guided safari that takes you on a game drive through the Masai Mara reserve, with a chance to see the “Big Five” – lions, elephants, leopards, buffalos, rhinos lots of other wild animals. 3 Nights allows you to have enought time to explore and take in the Mara and also leave you with some few hours to relax and enjoy the company of your travel companions and the facilities at the hotel.
Classic safari package
This package includes at least 5-day safari that takes you on a more extensive tour of the Masai Mara and its surroundings. You will have more time to explore the reserve, go on bush walks, enjoy hot air balloon rides. We can tailor your Masai Mara safari to allow you to visit other parks in Kenya and experience the best of the Kenyan Wild. Popular parks that can be added to your internally include, Nairobi National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park or Amboseli National Park, Ol Pejeta conservancy, Samburu National Reserve, Meru National Park etc.
Luxury Masai Mara Safari Package
This package is designed for those who want to experience the Masai Mara in style and luxury. You will stay in a high-end lodge or tented camp, with all the amenities you could want, including gourmet meals, spa treatments, and swimming pools. Your safari will be guided by expert guides, and you will have access to exclusive game reserves and wildlife conservancies. You can opt to stay in the main park for a few days and in the private conservancies for a few more days.
Family Masai Mara Safari Package
This package is perfect for families with young children, as it includes child-friendly activities such as nature walks, cultural visits, and educational games. You will stay in family-friendly lodges or luxury tented camps, with amenities such as playgrounds, swimming pools, and babysitting services.
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