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Maasai Mara

Country: Kenya Updated:

The Maasai Mara is one of Kenya's best-known natural regions, known for savannah landscapes, large wildlife populations and seasonal animal migrations within the Serengeti–Mara ecosystem.

Savannah and wildlife in the Maasai Mara
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When to go

Wildlife-viewing conditions change throughout the year. Migration depends on rainfall and natural conditions and does not have entirely fixed dates.

Things to see and do

Take a safari with a licensed operator, watch wildlife and savannah landscapes, and discover the region's nature.

Practical tips

Do not approach wildlife and follow your guides' instructions. Choose responsible licensed operators and observe the protected areas' rules.

Getting there and getting around

The region is reachable by vehicle from Nairobi or by domestic flights to local airstrips.

Where to stay

Safari lodges and tented camps in different categories are available in and around the protected areas.

What to try

Lodges usually offer Kenyan and international dishes; try nyama choma, ugali and East African cuisine.

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