Masai Mara
Known as Africa’s greatest wildlife reserve, a world-renowned place of adventure.
Discover Masai MaraMasai Mara Safari
TAILOR-MADE
Explore the private Olare Motorgori Conservancy of the Masai Mara on this short tailor-made Kenya safari. Big cats and resident game are abundant, and you will have the chance to search for the Big Five (African Elephant, African Leopard, Cape Buffalo, Black Rhino, African Lion).
Fly in and experience 'Africa's greatest wildlife reserve' on morning and evening game drives and nature walks. The rivers are thriving with life especially during the annual migration where thousands of wildebeests and zebras embark on a journey from the plains of Tanzania.
why book this trip
- Witness the spectacular wildebeest migration as it crosses the Mara River from July to October.
- Take the option to view the Mara from a different angle by going up in a hot air balloon safari.
- Explore the private conservancies surrounding the Mara with nature walks and night drives.
Day 1: Nairobi - Masai Mara
Upon arrival in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met and transferred to Nairobi Wilson Airport for your flight to the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Upon arrival, you will be transferred by road and game drive to your camp.
Days 2 - 6: The Masai Mara
Enjoy early morning and afternoon shared game drives around the reserve. The grassland plains are the stomping grounds for the migrating wildebeest, zebra and Thomson’s gazelle as well as Grant’s gazelle, topi, eland, impala and large herds of buffalo. The cats are never far away from the plains game and lions and cheetah are mostly seen on the rolling savannah plains.
The Mara’s famed rivers are lined by lush riverine forest areas with some magnificent stands of African greenheart, African olive and various species of fig trees which attract a whole host of wildlife. These rivers are themselves home to numerous pods of hippos.
Day 7: Depart Nairobi
Today, at a time to be advised locally, you will be game driven to the airstrip in time for your light aircraft flight to Wilson Airport. You will be transferred onwards for your check at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and assisted to check-in for your onward flight home.
Travel throughout August and September to witness the great migration in the Masai Mara as part of your itinerary.
Rolling savannah hills cut through dark green riverine forest areas, making this the perfect habitat for a whole host of wildlife, and the rich grasslands support the herds. Their arrival means a time of plenty for the big cats, and you are almost guaranteed some action.
What to expect on this Safari
Why Natural World Safaris?
Wildlife Specialists
Wildlife remains our primary focus and we ensure accommodation is carefully selected as the very best places to stay for front-row wildlife spectacles for the time of the year you are travelling. We want you to experience wild Africa at its very best, listening out at night for the saw-like grunt of a leopard, or the deep bone trembling roar of lions.
Wealth of Experience
Natural World Safaris has a long established pedigree in Africa, starting in 2005 after our CEO and Founder Will Bolsover had spent many years guiding on the continent. We maintain close relationships with our partners on the ground, from lodge owners to frontline conservationists, affording our clients access and opportunities that nobody else can match.
Tailored Safaris
Share your interests with our Destination Specialists and we will match you to the in-country experts, providing you with nothing but the best access and highly experienced wildlife trackers and guides. Safari are meticulously planned to be seamless in terms of quality and service, with private transfers available throughout.