KENYA NATIONAL PARKS AND GAME RESERVES

MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE 

The Masai Mara is regarded as the most favorite and is definitely the most popular game reserve in Kenya , having over 140,000 visitors per year. The reserve lies approx 270km west of Nairobi and covers an area of approximately 1,510 sq km, bordering with the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania . The landscaped is mostly open Savannah grasslands and acacia shrubland.

Starting any time from late July the wildebeest follow the rains and grazing to the wide and open grasslands of what has become known as "the Mara". They may be late, but they will always make the trip, driven by dry conditions in the Serengeti and led by the lightning and thunder to the north. Come November they start the homeward leg, bound again for the Serengeti.

At this time of the year you will see a large number of lion, hippo, crocodile and vultures all of which prey on the weak and young migrating animals. Other game to be found in the Masai Mara at any time of the year include; elephants, cheetahs, baboons, gazelles, giraffes, jackals, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, water buffalo, ostriches, and a large variety of antelope and birdlife.

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS.
Annual wildebeest and zebra migration in July/August

ACCOMMODATION IN THE MASAI MARA

Mara Sopa Lodge
located in Maasai Mara Game Reserve. The lodge has 200 beds with only 77 rooms, 12 suites and 1 Presidential suite, all of which are 'rondavel' style and have en-suite bathroom facilities which provide shaving sockets and hairdryers. Every room and suite has a private, elevated verandah with splendid views across the valley and on which guests can relax, sunbathe and watch resident birds and wildlife. Mini-bars are also available in each room


Migration Camp
eco-friendly traditional tented camp is in the North-West Maasai Mara, tucked in the hills adjoining the major dispersal plains of the Great Migration of wildebeest from the Serengeti. It is situated on the Lemek /Koiyaki Wildlife Trust Conservation Area and is put up seasonally to ensure regeneration of the area during the long rains. Accommodation is in 7 tents. 5 large with queen size and single bed in each, 2 twin and 1 single. All tents are shaded under the trees. Each tent has en suite toilet and shower and a large verandah. Facilities includes : bar tent and spacious dining tent look out over lawn. fully stocked non profit bar


Keekorok Lodge
Located inside Masai Mara Game Reserve. Bungalows single storey blocks and comfortable shaded chalets all with 158 beds. Facilities: A restaurant and a fully stocked bar. Swimming pool, log fires in the lounge, Maasai dancing, cultural and wildlife lectures, Game drives organized from the Lodge.


Kicheche Camp
located on the Aitong plains in the northern Koiyaki Lemek region of the famous Masai Mara reserve. The camp is hidden in a grove of wild olive and croton trees in a prime wildlife area. Game viewing starts right from the camp itself. Accommodation: Spacious, fully insect - proof selous style tents 2 singles and 9 doubles/twins. Equipped with proper beds, linen, bedside tables, luggages racks and rugs. Bathrooms are ensuite and are equipped with a dresser, shower and flushing toilets. Tents can be converted into triple on request.

Little Governors Camp
Located on the Mara river in the game reserve. Accommodation: 12 Twins, 5 double tents, Tent No. 17 recommended for honey mooners, the camp has a total of 17 tents(34 beds) Spacious luxurious safari tents. 220 volt plugs at the reception. Facilities: En suite shower, open bar and dining tent with view over the waterhole and the plains. Room service on request, tea and coffee is served at the rooms with wake up cll. Laundry service at No extra cost, telephone, fax and email service.


Mpata Safari Club
perched on a hiltop with breathtaking views of Masai Mara reserve. Guests stay in individual cottages well spaced along the top of the escarpment offering panoramic views. There are 11 suites and 12 Deluxe units each with separate bedroom, bathroom and verandah with emphasis on comfort and a unique combination of interior design, the suites have a lounge, kitchenette and best of all an out door Jacuzzi. Facilities: The sunken rock bar ignites pleasure and satisfaction, offering sensational views of Mara river. Our Sundowner bar will further enhance the pleasure of your drinks.


Mara Safari Club
located outside the park in the Ol- Choro Ol Roua conservation area. 80 beds in luxury tents with their own private river frontage with four poster beds verandah, electricity modern ensuite facility with hot and cold running water Pool, wildlife library. Lounge Bar and dinning room, the Club pool, Al Fresco buffet, lunches & nightly activities of Masai dancing, Masai Culture. Black tie dinners, balloon safaris, bush breakfasts, weddings, walking safaris ,swimming, game drives, wildlife library.

Campsites
Cottar's Tented Camp