Masai Mara Safari Packages for Christmas and New Year 2026–2027
Yes, you can spend Christmas and New Year on safari in the Masai Mara, and December to early January is one of the friendliest windows of the year to do it. You get clear skies, fewer vehicles, great photography light and a calving season that starts in January. Our festive options run from 2 to […]
Booking Accessible Safari Accommodation in the Masai Mara
Booking Accessible Safari Accommodation in the Masai Mara Before you book safari accommodation, check six things: how you reach your tent, how the bathroom is set up, how much space you have, how you move from tent to dining area to vehicle, how the daily activities match your pace, and whether the camp will confirm […]
Masai Mara Safari for Birdwatching in the November–December Season
Yes, November and December are excellent months for birdwatching in the Masai Mara. Migratory birds from Europe and Asia are in the reserve. The short rains turn the plains green. Resident birds get busy breeding. You also share the tracks with fewer vehicles than during the July–October migration rush. This guide shows you which birds […]
Staying at a Safari Camp Near Talek During the Green Season
Yes. The green season is a rewarding time to stay at a Safari Camp Near Talek if you want lush scenery, fewer vehicles and good value, and you are happy to swap river crossings for predators, birds and quiet drives. We describe the green season as roughly April to June. Rain turns the plains vivid, […]
Planning a Masai Mara Holiday in 2027? What to Sort Out First
Sort out five things first, in this order: who is travelling, when you want to go, how many nights you can spare, which travel documents you need and how you will reach the Mara. Once those are settled, activities, packing and daily schedules fall into place for your Masai Mara Holiday. We live and work […]
How Early Should You Make Your Masai Mara Safari Booking for 2027?
Book 6 to 12 months ahead if you want to be in the Mara for the 2027 Great Migration. Riverfront-adjacent camps like ours routinely sell out for August and September that far in advance. Planning an August 2027 trip? Your 6 to 12 month window opens in August 2026 and runs through February 2027. Aiming […]
How to Prepare for Your First Game Drive in the Masai Mara
To prepare for your first game drive, pack layers, sun protection, water and a camera. Wear comfortable closed shoes and neutral clothes. Eat a good meal before you leave, and arrive curious and patient. Listen to your guide, keep quiet at sightings, and don’t expect a set list of animals. The Mara is wild, and […]
Masai Mara Safari Packages by Season: How Should You Choose?
Choose by what you most want to see. Pick April to June for green landscapes, fewer crowds and good value. Pick July to October for the Great Wildebeest Migration, and book at least 4 nights, 6 to 12 months ahead. Pick November to March for calving season, clear skies, fewer vehicles and excellent photography light. […]
How Far Should Your Masai Mara Camp Be From the Gate?
Aim for a camp that puts you inside the reserve within about 10 to 15 minutes of leaving your tent. That’s the drive time from our own camp: 10 minutes to Mpuaai Gate and 15 minutes to Talek Gate. Beyond that range, more of your safari goes on the road and less on watching wildlife. […]
What Do You Actually Do at a Masai Mara Camp?
You spend your days on guided game drives and nature walks, and the hours in between resting on your deck, eating well and getting to know the people who host you. A day at a tented safari camp in the Mara follows the wildlife, not a fixed timetable. Every stay with us includes accommodation, all […]
