Masai Mara National Reserve
The Crown Jewel of Africa — The Great Migration & Mara River Crossings
About Masai Mara National Reserve
The Masai Mara National Reserve spans 1,510 square kilometers in southwestern Kenya, forming the northern extension of the Serengeti ecosystem. Famous worldwide for hosting the dramatic Great Migration from July to October, when over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebras brave the crocodile-infested waters of the Mara River, the Mara also boasts the highest lion and leopard density on Earth.
Key Wildlife Species to Encounter
Masai Mara National Reserve boasts extraordinary biodiversity and unique habitat corridors. Top species include:
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
July to October for the dramatic Mara River migration crossings; January to March for exceptional predator and calving action.
🎟️ Permits & Park Access
Reserve Entry: $100–$200 USD per day (varies by high/low season and inside/outside park lodge stay).
*Valverde Safaris secures all required wildlife and gorilla permits directly on your behalf.Signature Experiences & Activities
- Mara River Migration Safari Drives
- Dawn Hot Air Balloon Safari with Champagne Bush Breakfast
- Private Conservancy Night Drives
- Authentic Maasai Cultural Village Encounters
- Guided Walking Safaris with Maasai Warriors
Featured Kenya Safari Packages
8 Days / 7 Nights8-Day Great Migration & Mara River Safari
- • Mara River crossings
- • Dawn hot air balloon flight
- • Angama Mara luxury lodge
Frequently Asked Questions — Masai Mara National Reserve
The herds generally arrive in the Masai Mara in late July and remain through October. Crossings occur unpredictably throughout this window depending on localized rain.
