Masai Mara Safari from Nairobi

The Masai Mara is Kenya's most famous game reserve and one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations. Home to the Big Five, the annual wildebeest migration, and one of the world's densest lion populations, the Mara offers safari experiences that are genuinely extraordinary. Karen Plains Hotel arranges Masai Mara safaris for guests departing from Nairobi.

Masai Mara Safari Rates

• Mini Van — $190 per vehicle per day
• Land Cruiser — $290 per vehicle per day

Vehicle rates exclude park conservation fees, accommodation, and meals. We recommend a minimum of 2 nights in the Mara.

Getting to the Masai Mara

The Masai Mara is approximately 270 kilometres from Nairobi, roughly 5 to 6 hours by road. Most guests prefer to fly from Wilson Airport, which reduces travel time to 45 minutes. Karen Plains Hotel is 20 minutes from Wilson Airport and arranges all Wilson transfer logistics.

The Wildebeest Migration

The annual wildebeest migration is the world's largest overland animal movement: 1.5 million wildebeest moving between Tanzania's Serengeti and Kenya's Masai Mara. The river crossings where wildebeest plunge into crocodile-filled waters are among Africa's most dramatic wildlife spectacles. Peak crossing months are August and September.

Book your Masai Mara safari or learn about migration season safaris.