Kenya's most famous reserve — rolling grasslands hosting the Great Migration's dramatic river crossings and one of Africa's highest concentrations of big cats.
July to October for the Great Migration and river crossings. January to February for quiet, excellent game viewing. The Mara is a year-round destination with resident wildlife populations.
Mara National Reserve fees $80/adult/day. Conservancy fees $70-120/day additional. Budget camps from $100/night. Mid-range lodges $250-500/night. Luxury conservancy camps $500-2,500/night. Balloon safaris $400-500/person.
Bush flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport (1hr) to multiple Mara airstrips. Road transfer from Nairobi (5-6hrs). Most luxury camps include airstrip transfers.