Illustrative safari journey photograph from the Wild Pulse collection

A place to feel alive

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Extraordinary places, experienced at your own pace.

Discover Maasai Mara National Reserve

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Feel a little closer.

Explore Kenya’s Maasai Mara, where open grasslands, big cats and the shared Serengeti migration ecosystem shape the safari experience.

A closer connection

The story of this place

The Maasai Mara National Reserve is located in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley and is known for its open grasslands, rolling hills and abundant wildlife. It borders Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, and together the two ecosystems form the setting for the Great Migration, when vast herds of wildebeest and zebra move in search of fresh grazing. The Mara is also known for its big cats, including lions, cheetahs and leopards, as well as elephants, giraffes and many other species. Visitors can combine wildlife viewing with opportunities to learn about Maasai culture through respectful, locally guided community experiences.

Explore at your own pace

What makes this place special

Open grasslands and rolling hills
The wider Serengeti–Mara migration ecosystem
Respectfully hosted Maasai cultural experiences

When to visit

The migration follows fresh grazing and rainfall across the shared ecosystem. Plan the area and season with current local advice; herd locations and sightings vary.

Wildlife & landscapes

Wildebeest and zebra herds
Lions, cheetahs and leopards
Elephants and giraffes
Other savannah wildlife

Experiences to consider

Wildlife viewing
Safari photography
Locally guided community experiences where arranged

A closer look