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The Ultimate African Safari Experience
Masai Mara National Reserve
What makes it special
- Home to the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino
- World-famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration
- Exceptional year-round game viewing
- One of the highest densities of predators in Africa
- Rich Maasai culture and authentic village experiences
Good to know
- The reserve forms part of the larger Serengeti ecosystem, shared with Tanzania
- The Mara is known for its large lion prides, often seen hunting in broad daylight
- Over 1.5 million wildebeest cross into the Mara annually during migration
- It is one of the best places in the world for hot air balloon safaris, offering breathtaking aerial views
- Many famous wildlife documentaries have been filmed here due to its abundant wildlife
Why visit
Come for the river crossings of the migration and for lion prides at sunset. The Masai Mara balances adventure, luxury and cultural immersion, which makes it a good fit for couples, families and photographers alike.
Experience it with Mbutu Tours & Safaris
Mbutu Tours & Safaris arranges personalised Masai Mara trips built around guided game drives, cultural visits to Maasai villages and luxury stays.
At a glance
The Great Wildebeest Migration, the Big Five and large lion prides
Game drives, hot air balloon safaris, Maasai village visits
TRA Licence No
TRA2/1/C01/47054
Safaris
Safaris and day tours that go here
Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Nairobi
3 days / 2 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Masai Mara → Nairobi
3 days / 2 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Nairobi
4 days / 3 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Amboseli → Lake Naivasha → Masai Mara → Nairobi
7 days / 6 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha → Amboseli → Nairobi
7 days / 6 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Ol Pejeta → Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha → Masai Mara → Nairobi
8 days / 7 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Ol Pejeta → Samburu → Aberdares → Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha → Masai Mara → Nairobi
10 days / 9 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Amboseli → Taita Hills → Diani Beach
12 days / 11 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Amboseli → Tsavo West → Tsavo East → Diani Beach
13 days / 12 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Ol Pejeta → Maasai Mara → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Amboseli → Nairobi
14 days / 13 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Kenya parks → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Zanzibar
21 days / 20 nights
Starts in Nairobi
Nairobi → Kenya parks → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Diani Beach
21 days / 20 nights
Starts in Nairobi
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