Maasai Mara National Reserve
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Maasai Mara National Reserve

The Maasai Mara is Kenya's most famous safari destination, renowned for the Great Migration where millions of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River. This pristine wilderness offers unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities with luxury accommodations that blend seamlessly with the natural environment.

Southwestern Kenya
3-7 Days
Best: July - October

Overview

The Maasai Mara National Reserve stands as Kenya's crown jewel of safari destinations, offering an unparalleled wildlife experience that has captivated travelers for generations. This vast expanse of golden savannah, dotted with acacia trees and crossed by the life-giving Mara River, serves as the stage for one of nature's most spectacular events - the Great Migration. From July to October, over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles thunder across these plains in their eternal search for fresh grazing, creating a wildlife spectacle that defies description. The reserve is home to an exceptional concentration of wildlife year-round, including the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros. The Mara's lion prides are among the most studied and photographed in the world, while its cheetah population offers visitors the thrilling opportunity to witness the world's fastest land animal in action.

Highlights

Great Migration
Big Five
Maasai Culture
Hot Air Balloons

Activities

Game DrivesHot Air Balloon SafariCultural VisitsPhotographyBush WalksSundowners

Wildlife

Lions
Elephants
Leopards
Cheetahs
Wildebeest
Zebras
Hippos
Crocodiles

Gallery

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Quick Information

Location:Southwestern Kenya
Size:1,510 km²
Established:1961
Best Time:July - October
Duration:3-7 Days
Difficulty:Easy

Ecosystem

Savannah grasslands, riverine forests, acacia woodlands

Accommodation Types

Luxury Tented Camps
Safari Lodges
Boutique Hotels
Mobile Camps

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