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Maasai Mara

Big-cat capital & the Great Migration

Best time
Jul – Oct
Ideal stay
3 – 4 days
Getting there
45-min flight from Nairobi
Languages
EN · SW · Maa
From
KES 88,400
The place

About Maasai Mara

The Maasai Mara is the northern reach of the Serengeti ecosystem — golden plains, big cats, and the drama of the Great Migration.
In pictures

Scenes from Maasai Mara

Things to do

Signature experiences

Big-cat game drives

Track lion prides, cheetah and elusive leopard with a senior guide, morning and evening.

Migration river crossings

Witness the heart-stopping drama of wildebeest braving the Mara River (Jul–Oct).

Hot-air balloon safari

Float over the plains at dawn, then toast the sunrise with a champagne bush breakfast.

Maasai village visit

Meet the community, learn ancient traditions, and shop authentic handcraft.

Sundowners on the plains

Cocktails as the savanna turns to fire — the classic safari ritual.

Wildlife photography

Pop-up roof vehicles and golden light make the Mara a photographer's dream.

Plan around the seasons

When to go

Peak
Jul – Oct

The Migration

River crossings, dry weather and dense wildlife. The iconic time to visit — book early.

Best for: drama

Jan – Feb

Big-cat season

Warm, dry and quieter. Excellent predator sightings and clear skies for photography.

Best for: cats

Mar – May

Green season

Lush landscapes, newborn animals and the lowest prices. Occasional afternoon showers.

Best for: value

Nov – Dec

Short rains

Brief showers, fewer crowds and dramatic skies. Resident wildlife remains superb.

Best for: solitude

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