In Kenya’s southwest, the Masai Mara National Reserve spans 1,510 km² (583 mi²) of open plains, Vachellia-dotted hills and the winding Mara River. It’s home to more than two million wildebeest, zebra and gazelle during the Great Migration, and a year-round congregation of predators and prey. Elephant, lion, giraffe and cheetah are often seen. In the river, hippo wallow while crocodiles keep to the shallows, waiting. With over 500 bird species and endless moments of stillness and surprise, the Mara isn’t just a destination. It’s nature, in motion.
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The Mara is a playground for the quietly curious. Float above the plains in a hot air balloon. Wander where the horizon has no edge. Or sit by lantern light, sharing stories long after the sun has set.
Encounter Africa’s most iconic creatures: lion, elephant, leopard, and more. With some of the continent’s highest wildlife densities, the Mara offers rare sightings that never feel rushed.
Graciously step into the living culture of the Maasai people. With grace and passion, they invite you into their world, sharing stories, daily rhythms and time-honoured traditions.
Each year from July to October, two million wildebeest and zebra sweep across the Mara in a rhythm of survival. River crossings. Dust clouds. Predator pursuits. Every moment pulses with raw, instinctive power.
Whether by sky or by road, the journey is part of the experience. Daily flights from Nairobi connect you directly to airstrips within the Mara, while scenic road transfers offer a chance to witness Kenya’s ever-changing landscapes.
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&Beyond’s lodges in the Mara offer front-row access to one of nature’s greatest spectacles. Whether you’re looking for intimate seclusion, family connection or the simple joy of waking up where the wild things are, each lodge is light on footprint, generous in spirit and thoughtfully placed to let nature lead the experience.
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The Great Migration is nature’s epic journey driven not by maps, but by instinct and weather. From the Serengeti National Park’s sweeping grasslands to the Masai Mara National Reserve’s predator-rich plains, millions of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle move in search of greener pastures, shadowed by lion, hyena and cheetah.
With six &Beyond lodges and camps in both Kenya and Tanzania, our teams are positioned to bring you front row to the movement. Our expert guides follow the signs, anticipate the crossings and bring you to the edge of the action: always respectful, always in tune with the land.
In the Mara, we also partner with a select few who share our values. Places where warmth feels instinctive and the wild feels intimately close. These stays carry the same spirit of care and connection. Thoughtfully chosen and naturally unforgettable.
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