Masaai Mara National Park

About Maasai Mara National Reserve

The Maasai Mara National Reserve is a 1,510 sq km protected area in southwestern Kenya, part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem. It is renowned for its exceptional wildlife density and diversity, including the Big Five and over 450 bird species. The reserve is world-famous for the annual Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and other herbivores migrate from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Maasai Mara in search of greener pastures, crossing the Mara River between July and October. This dramatic spectacle attracts wildlife enthusiasts globally.

Key Highlights to Expect

• Twice-daily game drives for optimal wildlife viewing.

• Witnessing the wildebeest migration river crossings if visiting during the migration season.

• Opportunities to see lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and many other species.

• Cultural interactions with the Maasai people.

• Optional hot air balloon rides for aerial views of the reserve.

This itinerary balances wildlife viewing, cultural experiences, and leisure, making your 5-day safari from Nairobi to Maasai Mara at Keekorok Lodge a memorable adventure

ITINERARY

Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve

• Depart Nairobi early morning (around 7-8 AM) for the approximately 6-hour drive to Maasai Mara, with stops at the Rift Valley Viewpoint for panoramic views and the town of Narok for a break.

• Arrive at Keekorok Lodge in time for lunch.

• Afternoon game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve to spot wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly big cats like cheetahs and leopards.

• Dinner and overnight at Keekorok Lodge.

Day 2 & 3: Exploring Maasai Mara National Reserve

• Early morning and late afternoon game drives to maximize wildlife viewing, especially during cooler hours when animals are most active.

• Expect to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino), as well as cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of antelope species.

• Visit the Mara River area, famous for the dramatic wildebeest migration river crossings (typically from mid-July to mid-September), where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles cross crocodile-infested waters.

• Optional activities include hot air balloon safaris at sunrise, walking safaris, or visits to Maasai villages to learn about local culture and traditions.

• Return to Keekorok Lodge for meals and rest.

Day 4: Full Day Game Drive and Cultural Experience

• Spend a full day on game drives with a picnic lunch in the reserve to explore different ecosystems like the Musiara Swamp and the Mara Triangle.

• Engage in cultural visits to Maasai villages nearby to experience traditional dances, beadwork, and lifestyle.

• Evening relaxation at the lodge.

Day 5: Maasai Mara to Nairobi

• Optional early morning game drive for one last chance to see wildlife.

• Depart Maasai Mara late morning or after lunch.

• Drive back to Nairobi, arriving by evening.

This 10 days tour gives you a golden opportunity to see Kenya's wildlife in a special way. We visit world class national parks and reserves where we get close to the beautiful and diverse wildlife and scenes.

We visit: Aberdare National Park, Hell's Gate National Park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara National Reserve and Amboseli National Park.

Among the animals we will see on this safari are: Leopards, Lions, Cheetahs, Hyenas, Rhinos, Elephants, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Hippos, Antelopes, Zebras, monkeys, crocodiles and hundreds of bird species.

If this tour is taken between June and October every year you will witness one of the wonders of the world by watching the spectacular wildebeest migration in Maasai Mara. About 2 million wildebeest cross river Mara from Serengeti National Park. While they cross, predators like lions and crocodiles prey on them in plenty but they are just too many.