Maasai Mara Reserve & Conservancies
The Maasai Mara is one of Africa’s most iconic safari landscapes—rolling savannahs, acacia-dotted plains, and winding rivers that support one of the richest concentrations of wildlife anywhere on Earth. Bordering Tanzania’s Serengeti, the Mara is part of a vast ecosystem that hosts one of nature’s most breathtaking events: the Great Wildebeest Migration.
From June to October, more than a million wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle sweep into the Mara in search of fresh grazing, culminating in the legendary river crossings where crocodiles lie in wait and big cats stalk the herds. Yet the spectacle doesn’t end there. Earlier in the year, the migration from Kenya’s Loita Plains fills the surrounding conservancies with wildebeest and calves from January to March, making these areas teeming with life long before the main herds arrive from Tanzania.
For those seeking a truly authentic experience, the Mara’s private conservancies—Ol Kinyei, Olare Motorogi, Ripoi and Naboisho—offer a more exclusive alternative to the busier National Reserve. These protected lands, set aside by local Maasai communities for wildlife conservation, provide the same extraordinary wildlife viewing with far fewer vehicles. Guests enjoy off-road driving, guided walking safaris, and night game drives—activities not permitted inside the Reserve. It’s here that sightings of lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, buffalo, and giraffe feel even more intimate, and the birdlife is just as abundant.
The conservancies also ensure tourism directly supports local communities and conservation, creating a model that sustains both people and wildlife. Staying here means contributing to this success while experiencing the Mara at its most pristine.
With its remarkable biodiversity, dramatic seasonal events, and iconic wildlife encounters, the Mara eco-system offers a safari experience like no other. Whether you come for the migration or to witness the everyday drama of predator and prey, a journey into the Mara is a journey into the very heart of wild Africa.
A Taste of Maasai Mara
Wildlife Conservancies of the Maasai Mara
The Masai Mara region is comprised not only of the Masai Mara National Reserve (the original, state-run park) but of a vast area to the north of the Reserve, and for many years now, some of this has been set aside for wildlife and conservation of the habitat adjacent to the Mara Resreve. These are private areas of pristine wilderness with strict controls on the number of visitors and vehicles permitted. In each Conservancy there are normally just a handful of small safari camps with their guests gaining exclusive access to thousands of hectares of prime game-viewing land.
Nature doesn’t recognise borders and as a result the Mara conservancies have provided an additional area of sanctuary for many animals wishing to disperse beyond the National Reserve where there may be higher volumes of tourists and safari vehicle traffic especially in the peak season months.
Guests staying on the conservancies also benefit from additional activities not allowed in the main Reserve such as guided safari walks, off road driving with experienced driver-guides, meals in the bush and night game drives to observe the area’s nocturnal species.
We operate within the Ol Kinyei, Olare Motorogi, Ripoi and Naboisho Conservancies – although there are a large number of private conservancy and concession areas within the Mara Eco-system.
Maasai Mara National Park Accommodation
Olare Motorogi Conservancy Accommodation
Ol Kinyei Conservancy Accommodation
Naboisho Conservancy Accommodation
Mara Ripoi Conservancy Accommodation
Mara North Conservancy Accommodation
Other Mara Conservancy Accommodation
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Hi, I'm Rae, based on the West Coast of Canada, on beautiful Vancouver Island. I’m a passionate traveler who has explored nearly 30 countries, but it was a solo journey to Africa that truly transformed my perspective. From the moment I arrived in Botswana, I felt an undeniable connection to the continent and was inspired to spend more time experiencing its extraordinary wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultures. My solo travels have since taken me through Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mauritius, South Africa, Uganda, Namibia, and Kenya, where I experienced Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps firsthand. It was during these immersive and unforgettable journeys that my passion for Africa evolved into a clear vision: to join the Gamewatchers team and help others discover the magic of safari. I’d love to connect and plan your wildest dreams!
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Rachel Chambers
Rachel Chambers
Hi, I’m Rae, based on the West Coast of Canada, on beautiful Vancouver Island. I’m a passionate traveler who has explored nearly 30 countries, but it was a solo journey to Africa that truly transformed my perspective. From the moment I arrived in Botswana, I felt an undeniable connection to the continent and was inspired to spend more time experiencing its extraordinary wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultures. My solo travels have since taken me through Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mauritius, South Africa, Uganda, Namibia, and Kenya, where I experienced Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps firsthand. It was during these immersive and unforgettable journeys that my passion for Africa evolved into a clear vision: to join the Gamewatchers team and help others discover the magic of safari. I’d love to connect and plan your wildest dreams!
You can contact me at rae@gamewatchers.com
Julie Roggow
Julie Roggow
Greetings, I'm Julie Roggow, and I come to you with over two decades of immersion in the world of travel. My journey into the heart of safari adventures began as I traversed Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, capturing the essence of these mesmerizing landscapes through my lens. Among these remarkable destinations, Kenya and the Porini safari camps hold a special place in my heart. Their unique blend of wilderness and conservation resonates deeply with me.
My passion for travel is matched only by my dedication to sharing that passion with others. I'm here to ensure that planning your safari vacation is an enjoyable and seamless experience.
Feel free to reach out to me by email at julie@gamewatchers.com or through our toll-free telephone line at +1-877-710-3014.
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