Tucked into Kenya’s southwest, the Masai Mara National Reserve spans 1,510 km2 (583 mi2) of open plains, acacia thickets and the winding Mara River. It’s home to an extraordinary cast—over two million wildebeest and zebra during the Great Migration, and a year-round gathering of predators and prey. Elephants, lions, cheetahs, and giraffes are seen often. Leopards are elusive but present. And in the river, hippos crowd the shallows while crocodiles lie in wait.
With more than 500 bird species and endless moments of stillness and surprise, the Masai Mara isn’t just a destination. It’s a world in motion.
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