Experience the awe-inspiring Great Migration, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Every year, millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles traverse the Maasai Mara in search of greener pastures, braving predators and river crossings in a spectacle like no other.
Maasai Mara is home to the Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes. In addition, cheetahs, giraffes, and hippos thrive in this iconic savannah, offering unforgettable wildlife encounters for nature enthusiasts.
Explore the traditions and lifestyle of the Maasai people, who call this region home. Their vibrant culture, traditional dances, and colorful beadwork add a unique human touch to the breathtaking natural landscape of Maasai Mara.
Masai Mara entry tickets are valid for a single 12-hour window, from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, regardless of what time you enter. This replaced the old 24-hour ticket system. The park effectively closes to new game drives at 6:00 PM. Night safaris are not permitted inside the main reserve, though some private conservancies bordering the Mara do offer guided night drives under separate rules. Guests staying overnight inside the reserve don't pay extra for the night itself, but must exit by 10:00 AM the next day or be charged for an additional full day.
Non-resident adult entry typically ranges from around $100 in low season up to $200 in peak season (July-December) per 12-hour period, plus roughly $80 for an overnight stay inside the reserve. Resident and East African citizen rates are considerably lower. Fees are reviewed periodically by Narok County, so always confirm current pricing with your operator before travel.
Joining a shared group departure is usually the most budget-friendly way to do the Mara, since transport, park fees, and guide costs are split across the group rather than carried by one private vehicle. Ask us about current group departure dates from Nairobi.
A common guideline is $10-$20 per person per day for your driver-guide, given at the end of the trip. Trackers or spotters are typically tipped $5-$10 per day, and a similar amount per day is appropriate for camp/lodge staff, often left in a shared tip box. Tipping is customary but discretionary cash in USD or Kenyan shillings is preferred.
White is best avoided on game drives because it shows dust almost immediately and stands out sharply in the bush. Bright colors like red, orange, and yellow can draw wildlife attention, while blue and black tend to attract biting tsetse flies. Neutral tones khaki, olive, beige, brown are the safest bet for game drives. Red itself isn't "banned": it's the traditional color of the Maasai shuka, so it's perfectly fine to wear at the lodge or during cultural visits it's mainly during active game drives that neutral colors are recommended.
Maasai Mara National Park is a wildlife destination in southwestern Kenya that is named after the Maasai people and the Mara River that runs through it. The park is famous for its stunning landscapes, abundant wildlife, and the annual wildebeest migration. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities such as game drives, hot air balloon safaris, nature walks, and cultural visits to Maasai villages. The park offers a unique opportunity to witness the incredible diversity of Africa's wildlife and immerse oneself in the traditional culture of the Maasai people.
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