Luxury Safari in the Masai Mara
Luxury Safari in the Masai Mara
Set in the heart of Africa’s Great Plains in Kenya, the Masai Mara boasts 1,672 sq. kilometers of unspoiled wilderness. It offers the best game and bird-viewing not only in Kenya but anywhere in Africa.
The views across the rolling golden grasslands studded with acacia trees, rivers, and forests are dazzling, with a vast sense of space. Throughout the year, the Masai Mara is a place of natural drama, a kaleidoscope of color and life.
Most stunning of all are the months between July and October, when the savannah teems with wildlife during the Great Wildebeest Migration. Millions of wildebeest and zebra gather in the Masai Mara, creating one of the world’s most breathtaking natural spectacles. Staying at Governors' Camp, one of the premier Masai Mara safari camps, puts you in the heart of the action, closer than anywhere else to these incredible sights and sounds.
Masai Mara Safari Camps
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Top 5 Wildlife Experiences in Masai Mara
MASAI MARAWildlife
Elephant
Wildebeest
Cheetah
Leopard
Lions
Top 5 Wildlife Experiences in Masai Mara
MASAI MARAWildlife
Elephant
The Masai Mara is home to large elephant herds and solitary bulls that inhabit the riverine forests, marshes, and open plains. They frequently roam near our camps, and we have even witnessed elephant births within our campgrounds.
Wildebeest
Between July and October, the Masai Mara hosts one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles as over a million wildebeest and zebra arrive to graze. This migration brings intense drama, with animals crossing the Mara River, facing powerful currents, crocodile attacks, and lion ambushes.
Cheetah
The Masai Mara's open plains are ideal for cheetahs, offering some of the best sightings in Africa. Over the years, we have closely followed several cheetah families, allowing guests to witness mother-cub interactions and high-speed chases firsthand.
Leopard
The riverine forests around our Masai Mara safari lodges are home to many leopards. Over the years, we have observed numerous females and their cubs, often seen venturing out from the forest edges to hunt. Some leopards specialize in ambushing wildebeest and zebra at the Mara River crossings, making them a thrilling sight on a Masai Mara safari.
Lions
The Musiara area of the Masai Mara is famous for its big cat populations, especially lions. Three iconic lion prides dominate the area near our Masai Mara safari camps, providing dramatic wildlife encounters—from cub rearing and territorial battles to hunting strategies.
Important Safari Information
- Guide to Masai Mara Month by Month
With over 50 years of experience running safaris, Governors’ Camp has compiled detailed reports on wildlife patterns, bird migrations, and seasonal changes in the Masai Mara. Our month-by-month safari guide helps you discover the best times for game viewing, photography, and unique natural events.
January – March: Prime predator sightings & calving season
April – June: Lush green landscapes, fewer crowds
July – October: The Great Wildebeest Migration – peak safari season
November – December: Migratory birds & dramatic skies
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
