Game drives in the Mara
Exploring this iconic ecosystem in an adapted, open 4x4 safari vehicle with your professional safari guide is one of the best ways to get up close to the huge volume and wide diversity of wildlife in the Mara.
Area
Maasai Mara and Southern Kenya
Type
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Teens
Difficulty
Moderate
Duration
Half Day
Morning and evening game drives are a great way to cover distance across this fascinating environment. Game drives in the Mara ecosystem will always throw up exciting and surprising sightings, the experience early in the morning is very different to that as evening closes in, so no two game-drives will be the same.
Your guide will use his knowledge and experience to ensure your safari is as memorable as it can be, spotting leopards slinking through the bush, and pausing in beautiful locations for bush breakfasts or sun-downer drinks: as adept at reading a track as they are at mixing a gin and tonic!
Tours Featuring This Experience
Be inspired by the itineraries below which include this experience and let our travel specialists craft a bespoke luxury holiday for you.
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View TourUltimate Kenya
Astonishing wildlife, limitless landscapes and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. This guided tour in Kenya is a sensational combination for travelers who enjoy the finer things in life. We’ve hand-selected luxury camps and secured a stay at the world-famous Giraffe Manor so you can enjoy unparalleled memories coupled with seamless service.
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View TourEpic Kenya
Get ready to delve into the wilds of Kenya, guided by some of east Africa’s most highly trained safari experts. For this Kenya adventure tour, we’ve selected two of the country's renowned camps within private conservancies: wonder-filled Laikipia and the vast plains of the Maasai Mara. Expect extraordinary wildlife experiences along the way.
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View TourHighlights of Kenya and Tanzania
Discover the best of east Africa on this exciting safari itinerary, combining some of Kenya and Tanzania's finest national parks. Explore wide open savannah and endless grassy plains on game drives and walking safari. Our luxury Kenya safari tours are topped off with the very best lodges and safari camps for you to rest your head.
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View TourFamily Fun in Uganda and Kenya
This superb itinerary covers some of East Africa’s wildlife highlights - from the dense forests of Uganda, tracking the elusive mountain gorilla and chimpanzee, to the famous grounds of historic Giraffe Manor and finally the rolling plains of the wildlife rich Maasai Mara. A must for any wildlife enthusiast looking to tick off four major bucket list experiences.
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View TourKenya with Kids
This is the perfect Kenya family tour. Start with a safari in the Maasai Mara at a private safari house to enjoy superb game viewing, before discovering the southern coast. Here, you can relax on an idyllic beach or enjoy watersports and other activities. Your private guides will enrich the trip with exceptional care to meet your family's needs.
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View TourLimitless Kenya and Seychelles
Delve into this jaw-dropping adventure through Kenya’s unique landscape with indulgent experiences. Thanks to incredible game viewing at Angama Mara and accommodation at the stunning family home of Arijiju, you'll have the perfect set-up for a "big five" adventure. Your luxury stay finishes on the opulent Desroches Island in the Seychelles.
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View TourFamily Fun in Kenya
Combining incredible safari experiences, plenty of sporting activities, flights in a vintage biplane and time enjoying watersports by the beach, our Kenya family tours promise a one-of-a-kind trip the kids will remember forever. Young children and teenagers will be transfixed by what Kenya has to offer, from cultural encounters to epic wildlife.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationHouse in the Wild
Perched on the banks of the Mara River in the Enonkishu Conservancy, House in the Wild is a private, family-owned boutique lodge located on the edge of the Maasai Mara. This home in the bush offers an authentic stay with friendly and welcoming service.
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View AccommodationOl Seki
Ol Seki Mara Camp is a beautifully luxurious camp, located in the heart of Eastern Koiyaki in the South East of Kenya. There are ten very spacious rounded safari tents, each boasting a panoramic view of the famous Maasai Mara.
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View AccommodationSerian Camp
Serian Camp is a traditional tented bush camp with five tents in the Mara North conservancy just outside the Maasai Mara Reserve. The camp enjoys beautiful, expansive views of the Mara river and the Olololo escarpment.
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View AccommodationRekero Camp
Rekero Camp is a small exclusive tented safari camp, situated amidst the teeming mass of wildlife in the Maasai Mara area, near the confluence of the Mara and Talek rivers in the South of Kenya. Nine traditional safari tents accommodate up to 20 guests.
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View AccommodationElewana Elephant Pepper Camp
Situated on the northern edge of Kenya's Maasai Mara Reserve, Elephant Pepper Camp is a traditional style camp and consists of nine beautiful tents. The camp is hidden away within the Mara North Conservancy, which has become a prime wildlife area.
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View AccommodationKicheche Bush Camp
Kicheche Bush Camp is a small, intimate, luxury tented camp that is completely unfenced and accommodates a maximum of 12 guests in six large elegant en-suite tents in a wonderful and remote part of the Maasai Mara Conservation Area.
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View AccommodationKicheche Valley Camp
Situated in a beautiful valley dotted with acacia trees, in a secluded corner of the Naboisho conservancy is Kicheche Valley Camp, the newest of the Kicheche Camps and set to live up to their reputation and standards of excellence.
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View AccommodationCottar's 1920 Camp
Cottar's 1920s Safari Camp is the ultimate ''Out of Africa'' experience, with five 1920s style double tents, four family suites as well as a five bedroom private villa. Bordering the Maasai Mara, you are guaranteed an abundance of diverse wildlife.
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View AccommodationNaibor Camp
Naibor is a stylish and luxurious tented camp situated on the banks of the Talek River, in the Maasai Mara, Kenya. Naibor offers seven beautifully appointed safari tents with lovely views across the Talek River and a wonderful, relaxed ambience.
More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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The Great Migration
The Maasai Mara is famous for being home to one of nature’s most spectacular events: the Great Migration. Millions of wildebeest cross from Tanzania’s Serengeti to Kenya’s Mara in search of better grazing.
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View ExperienceWalking Safari
Exploring the African bush from outside a safari vehicle is a wonderful experience. Get away from the noise of the 4x4 and, accompanied by your professional safari guide, begin to pick up on the smaller details of the African bush.
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View ExperienceMaasai Mara Balloon Safari
Experience the magic of floating over the plains of the Maasai Mara in a Hot Air Balloon. Balloon safaris are a fantastic way to experience the vast beauty of the Mara and provide exceptional photo opportunities with spectacular lighting and scenery.
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View ExperienceFly camping at Kicheche
Discover a night of fly-camping under the stars with Kicheche Bush Camp. Guided by seasoned experts, explore the intricate life of the savannah, and savor intimate encounters with Kenya
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View ExperiencePrivate Safari Guide and Game Drive Vehicle
Ensure an exclusive and totally personalized safari experience by booking a private safari guide and game drive vehicle. A private guide gives you the flexibility to go where you want, when you want. If you have specific interests this is an absolute must.
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