The Masai Mara is one of Africa’s most famous wildlife reserves, renowned for its spectacular animal life. Together with the Serengeti, it forms a vast ecosystem where nature remains largely untouched.
📍 General Information
Location: Southwestern Kenya, on the border with Tanzania
Area: approx. 1,510 km²
Established: 1961
Altitude: 1,500–2,100 m above sea level
Climate: Dry season July–October, rainy seasons April–May & November
🐘 Wildlife & Highlights
The Masai Mara is home to the legendary Big Five and countless other species. Most famous is the Great Migration, when millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles cross the Mara River. You can witness lions on the hunt, elephant families on the move, and leopards resting in trees.
🏕️ Safari Experiences
- 🌅 Morning safaris with sunrise over the savannah
- 🎈 Hot air balloon rides with a bird’s-eye view of wildlife
- 🔥 Campfire evenings under the starry sky
🗓️ Best Time to Visit
The best time for wildlife viewing is the dry season from July to October, especially during the Great Migration. Those who prefer lush landscapes and fewer tourists should visit in January or February.
🦓 Did You Know?
About 25% of all lions in Kenya live in the Masai Mara.
The Mara is named after the Maasai people, who have lived in harmony with nature for centuries.
The Mara River is famous for its dramatic crocodile hunts during the wildebeest migration.