Maasai Mara National Reserve
National reserve · Narok ·
Vast savannah with abundant wildlife, famous for the Great Migration
Vast savannah with abundant wildlife, famous for the Great Migration
"While certainly worth a visit, this national park can quickly become overcrowded as tourist groups and game vehicles vie for prime vantage points at river crossings; inside the park, rules generally prohibit night game drives, walking safaris, and off-road driving, which is why I often steer guests toward adjoining private concessions for quieter yet equally rewarding wildlife viewing." - Shaun Stanley
"With a huge uptick of American travelers, Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve can feel touristy; I recommend choosing lodges or camps that are deep in the park, far from entry points, if you want to avoid crowds." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"I saw that Abercrombie & Kent will bundle a safari in Kenya's Masai Mara with a voyage on Crystal Symphony in February, creating an appealing bush-and-beach combination." - Maria Yagoda
"I recommend targeting the Masai Mara to witness the Great Migration, but plan far in advance: peak season (July–September) is a narrow window and the very best camps can have as few as eight beds, so availability is extremely limited year-round." - Charlie Hobbs, Jasmine Ting
"A world-famous reserve that draws large numbers of visitors for the dramatic Great Migration and is a particularly popular destination for first-time safari-goers." - Nicholas DeRenzo