Masai Mara Safaris | Big Cats, Migration & Tours in Kenya
Explore Masai Mara safaris, the Great Migration, Big Cats, luxury camps, and tour packages. Plan your Kenya safari with local experts.
Kenya’s Most Iconic Wildlife Destination — Big Cats • Migration • Endless Savannah
Masai Mara National Reserve
The Masai Mara National Reserve is the beating heart of Kenya’s safari world — a vast ecosystem of rolling grasslands, acacia-dotted plains, dramatic river crossings, and some of the highest densities of wildlife anywhere on the continent.
Whether you’re dreaming of the Great Wildebeest Migration, tracking lions across golden plains, or floating above the savannah in a sunrise hot-air balloon, the Mara offers one of the most unforgettable safari experiences in Africa.
Perfect for families, photographers, honeymooners, first-timers, and seasoned safari lovers — the Masai Mara is simply a must-visit.
Reservation by Phone
Chat live on WhatsAPP
Plan My Safari Holiday
Wildlife Encounters Right Outside the City
Safaris Departing from Nairobi
Our Nairobi safaris range from quick two-day getaways to extended journeys across Kenya’s most stunning parks.
Check out our many Kenya safari tours
Why the Masai Mara Is Africa’s Most Famous Safari Destination
The Masai Mara is part of the larger Serengeti-Mara ecosystem, one of the richest wildlife regions on Earth. It is a place where animal interactions play out in dramatic, raw, and spectacular ways.
Tropical Wild Expeditions
Quick Highlights
Big Cats Capital of Africa – highest lion population density
The Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October)
River Crossings over the Mara & Talek Rivers
Big Five sightings year-round
Balloon safaris with champagne bush breakfast
Conservancies offering exclusive private safaris
Authentic Maasai cultural visits
Tropical Wild Expeditions
Quick Highlights
Best For:
✔ Wildlife lovers
✔ Photographers
✔ Couples
✔ Families
✔ First-time safari travelers
Best Time to Visit
✔ All year for wildlife
✔ July–October for the Great Migration
✔ December–March for Big Cat sightings
Check out our many Kenya safari tours
Where Is the Masai Mara Located?
The Masai Mara lies in southwest Kenya, bordering Tanzania’s Serengeti.
It is accessible by 4–6 hr road drive or a 45-minute flight from Nairobi or Diani.
Key entry points include:
Sekenani Gate
Talek Gate
Oloololo Gate
Masai Mara Wildlife — What You Will See
The Masai Mara is known for dramatic, close-range wildlife encounters.
Tropical Wild Expeditions
Big Cats & Predators
Lions (large prides)
Cheetahs
Leopards
Hyenas
Jackals
Predator sightings in the Mara are among the best in the world.
Herbivores & Plains Game
Elephants
Giraffes
Wildebeest
Zebras
Buffalo
Gazelles
Topi
Rhinos
Black rhinos (rare but present)
Birdlife
450+ bird species
Raptors, secretary birds, kingfishers, rollers
The Great Wildebeest Migration
One of the Seven New Wonders of the World
Every year, more than 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles cross into the Masai Mara from the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing.
Best Migration Months
July–October — peak season
River crossings are seen mainly in August–September
What Makes the Mara Crossing Famous
Nile crocodiles ambushing herds
Wildebeest jumping in powerful waves
Lions and cheetahs waiting on the plains
Heart-stopping drama that changes daily
For photographers, this is the most dramatic wildlife spectacle on Earth.
Masai Mara Ecosystems — Where You’ll Explore
The Masai Mara is known for dramatic, close-range wildlife encounters.
Tropical Wild Expeditions
Masai Mara Ecosystems — Where You’ll Explore
✔ Central Plains
Prime Big Cat territory.
✔ Mara Triangle
Less crowded, excellent for photography.
✔ Mara River
The main stage for Migration river crossings.
✔ Talek River
Home to large hippo families.
✔ Private Conservancies
More exclusive, fewer vehicles, exceptional luxury camps:
Mara North
Olare Motorogi
Naboisho
Ol Kinyei
Where to Stay in the Masai Mara
We offer a range of accommodation for all budgets.
Midrange Camps & Lodges
Enkorok Mara Camp
Jambo Mara Lodge
Mara Chui Camp
Perfect for comfort and affordability.
Luxury Camps
Mara Serena Lodge
Governors Camp
Entim Camp
Neptune Mara Rianta
Ideal for honeymooners or travelers wanting extra comfort.
Ultra-Luxury
Angama Mara
Mahali Mzuri
Mara Plains
For the best exclusivity and guiding.
+254721411044
How to Get to the Masai Mara
By Air (Recommended)
45-minute flights from:
Nairobi (Wilson Airport)
Diani Beach
Mombasa
Malindi
Nanyuki
By Road
5–6 hours from Nairobi.
Great for travelers who enjoy scenic drives.
Tropical Wild Expeditions
Top Activities in the Masai Mara
1. Game Drives (Sunrise, Full Day, Sunset)
The core of every safari — best for big cats.
2. Hot-Air Balloon Safari
A bucket-list experience over golden plains.
3. Maasai Village Visit
Learn about Maasai culture, traditions, and lifestyle.
4. Walking Safari (in conservancies)
A guided nature walk with armed rangers.
5. Photographic Safaris
Private guides, open-roof vehicles, custom itineraries.
Plan Your Masai Mara Safari
Want a custom safari built around your budget and travel style?
We create private, family, honeymoon, and luxury safari packages tailored to you.
📩 Email: info@tropicalwildexpeditions.com
📱 WhatsApp: +254721411044
Departure: Nairobi
Call/WhatsApp: +254721411044✉️ Email: info@tropicalwildexpeditions.com