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
Big 5 Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Cultural Experience
Photography Safari
Natural Wonders
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Maasai Mara Map
Enriching encounters
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
Zebra
Wildebeest
Thompson's Gazelle
Maasai Giraffe
Lion
Leopard
Hippo
Elephant
Crocodile
Cheetah
Buffalo
Black Rhino
Sample Itineraries
TRIPS TO INSPIRE
From majestic wildlife to out of this world natural wonders, cultural melting pots and enchanting beaches, every bespoke Mahlatini journey is thrilling. Unsure where to visit? Whether it’s a bucket-list adventure, a milestone celebration or simply a much-needed escape, experience the joy with this inspiring selection of favorites.
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.
Start your unique journey
HOW TO BOOK
At Mahlatini, we like to make things easy for you. Browse our website for inspiration or pick up the phone. Whether you’re full of ideas or unsure of where to start, we’re here to help. Serial safari-goer or first-time visitor, we’re ready to create your ultimate tailormade itinerary.
Connect
Call us or inquire online. Share your wish list and we’ll start planning your adventure.
Customize
Your dedicated travel expert will be in touch within 24 hours to start designing your bespoke itinerary.
Confirm
We won’t stop refining your plans until we get the perfect trip at the best price.
Travel
Receive your Mahlatini travel documents, pack your bags and set off on your trip of a lifetime!
A short 1-hour flight from Nairobi, the Maasai Mara is located in the southwest part of Kenya, close to the Tanzanian border.
How big is the Maasai Mara?
The Maasai Mara covers over 932 square miles which is around 13x smaller than the Kruger National Park.
Happy travelers
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%.
Pam Meldrum, 18th August 2024
Adventure Holiday to
Uganda & Kenya
The trip was amazing and the travel experience was stress-free with all the organized guides and drivers along the way! Thank you.
It really was the trip of a lifetime! I can’t even put into words how amazing it was: it exceeded all our hopes for our honeymoon and was so well organised by Natasha!
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Big 5 Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Cultural Experience
Photography Safari
Natural Wonders
