Maasai Mara
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Indisputably one of the world's most famous wildlife areas, the Maasai Mara is a picture of quintessential Africa. The beautiful Maasai Mara National Reserve covers over 1,500km² of stunning scenery and surrounds you with endless skies, rising heat, and the sighs, clicks and calls of the bush. When in the Maasai Mara, you find yourself firmly in safari heaven with iconic wildlife, culture and experiences.
Highlights
- Witness the iconic Wildebeest Migration and river crossings
- Authentic cultural experiences and meet the indigenous Maasai
- Ultra-luxury accommodation and legendary safari camps
- Watch the sunrise on a hot-air balloon safari
- Quintessential savannah landscape and endless horizons
Iconic Activities
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Big 5 Safari
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Birdwatching
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Guided Walking Safari
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Night Drive
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Hot Air Balloon Flights
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Cultural Experience
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Photographic Safari
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Natural Wonders
Maasai Mara Map
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect in the Maasai Mara
TRIPS TO INSPIRE
From exhilarating wildlife encounters to out-of-this-world natural wonders, echoes of ancient empires, and rose-gold beaches, every bespoke Mahlatini journey is designed to immerse you in the extraordinary. Whether it’s a bucket-list trip, marking a milestone, or a soul-stirring retreat, let this handpicked selection inspire your next escape.
- Bespoke itineraries
- Flights and transfers included
- Best rates guaranteed
When to visit
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Luxury Accommodation
From remote safari camps to world-class resorts, our selected properties are hand-picked by our experts and endorsed by our guests. Often intimate, always exceptional, we'll choose the perfect lodges, hotels and villas to suit your personal style and interests.
HOW TO BOOK
At Mahlatini, we believe in making your journey effortless. Browse our website for inspiration or get in touch with us directly. Whether you already have a dream destination in mind or need some inspiration, our travel experts are here to create your custom itinerary. Serial safari-goer, Indophile or first-time explorer, your adventure starts with a conversation.

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Safari Guides
Everything you need to know for your first safari... Or your tenth!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A short 1-hour flight from Nairobi, the Maasai Mara is located in the southwest part of Kenya, close to the Tanzanian border.
The Maasai Mara covers over 1500km squared which is around 13x smaller than the Kruger National Park.
Client Reviews
We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.

holiday to Tanzania & Kenya
We had an amazing time overall! The game viewing was excellent and we saw just about everything we wanted to see. The camps and service throughout were also amazing.
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holiday to Kenya
Words, pictures, and videos could never express the once-in-a-lifetime experience we had. The safaris were AMAZING, and going during the season when animals were being born was so special. We saw month-old baby lion cubs, a tiny baby elephant and a week-old giraffe that still had its umbilical cord…
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holiday to Kenya & Tanzania
We had the most amazing time on our honeymoon and we have returned home with special memories that will last a lifetime. We can’t thank Mahlatini, and specifically Donna our travel expert, enough for planning such an incredible holiday for us.
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