ROAM & ROAR ADVENTURES
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Rift Valley Region
4.9(2847 reviews)
Kenya's most famous game reserve, the Maasai Mara is renowned for its exceptional population of lions, leopards, cheetahs, and the annual migration of wildebeest. The reserve forms the northern part of the larger Serengeti ecosystem and offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa.
Highlights
Great Migration River Crossings
Big Five Wildlife
Maasai Cultural Encounters
Hot Air Balloon Safaris
Wildlife
Key Species
WildebeestLionsLeopardsCheetahsElephantsRhinosZebrasHippos
Bird Species
470+ species recorded
Big Five Present
Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Elephant, and Buffalo all found here
Best Time to Visit
Excellent: July, August, September, October
Good: January, February, March, June
Fair: April, May, November, December
Climate
Temperature:15°C - 28°C
Dry Seasons:June - October, January - March
Rainfall:600-1200mm annually
Getting There
Drive Time:5-6 hours from Nairobi
Flight Time:45 minutes from Nairobi
Road Condition:Good
Quick Facts
Established:1961
Total Area:1,510 km²
Average Stay:3-5 days
Activities
Game Drives
Hot Air Balloon
Cultural Visits
Photography
Bird Watching
Night Drives
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