Guided Safaris® journeys have garnered some of the finest Guides and Trackers in East Africa. See Africa with our unique Private Guides who grew up in these regions and are passionate with sharing their knowledge of the wilderness with you. With a lifetime of experience in the Mara, none can match the keen sensory ability of our local trackers to seek game. Their unmatched experience of localization in each region offers hands-on ability and seasonal know-how for current game patterns.

Ensuring wildlife conservation in this vital ecosystem, our Signature Camps are eco-luxury models. This journey allows one to experience the diverse wildlife across the Great Mara region in three distinct regions, allowing for a comprehensive exploration of the unique landscapes and wildlife of Masai Mara and offering a year-round game-rich experience.

The special places you’ll visit with Guided Safaris® are some of the world’s most important biodiversity hotspots. With the grant of these concessions comes a great responsibility in forward, long-term stewardship - a role that our Community Trusts take immensely seriously as demonstrated by an award-winning approach in securing these lands. It is also no surprise that our private regions, managed by Africa’s most substantial conservation companies are providing the most successful predator viewing through the model of low-impact, luxury tourism far away from the masses. This environment promotes relaxed animal behavior by lending protection from the disadvantageous pursuits of large group-operators, effects of poaching and hunting, and major roads cutting across migratory paths. Continued flourishing wildlife encountered on drives is our greatest reward.

Experience Guided Safaris® tailormade Privately hosted journey in the Mara to see the difference:

Day and night safari drives in luxurious open-sided vehicles that are equipped for photographers, offer immersive encounters with Africa’s wildlife in unforgettable detail. Our 4x4 vehicles are stocked with refreshments, ensuring comfort for extended wildlife viewing.

Offering access to both the Greater Masai Mara and the private conservancy, Mara Toto guests experience unparalleled opportunities to witness two migrations: the iconic annual migration from the Serengeti and the green season migration from Loita Plains. Safari days begin at sunrise, with drives continuing into the afternoon and evening. Guests benefit from diverse landscapes and access to some of East Africa’s richest habitats, creating an unforgettable safari adventure.

Set in a riverine forest on the Ntiakitiak River, Mara Plains Camp harmonizes with its surroundings, offering expansive views of the plains and discreet integration within the lush landscape. Each suite is a haven of elegance, with canopied ceilings, wooden floors, and nods to East Africa’s safari heritage, from Lamu wood doors to brass accents and copper baths. The camp operates sustainably with solar power and minimal environmental impact, creating a modern retreat steeped in traditional safari charm. Known for its rich density of big cats and 300 bird species, Mara Plains offers intimate wildlife encounters.

Early morning, late afternoon, and evening game drives take place in both the Masai Mara Reserve and our private conservancy locations, offering prime opportunities for wildlife photography. Guided Safaris® Private Mara open-sided vehicles provide 300-degree visibility, ideal for capturing East Africa’s magnificent wildlife scenes. Guided walks are also available, providing a unique perspective on the ecosystem and its inhabitants, and complimentary high-quality binoculars are on hand for guest use throughout their stay.

We recommend a stay of at least three to eight nights to fully experience the region. The Masai Mara is the greatest wildlife destination on earth. Here you will traverse some of Africa’s richest game country, renowned for extraordinary predator density. You want to be sure to set aside plenty of time to capture those perfect photographs and memories.

Masai Mara, and Kenya in general, offers a year-round equatorial climate with only subtle variations between seasons. This makes it an ideal destination at any time of the year. For the best possible game experience, July to October are the finest months for ample big game viewing in Masai Mara.

Guided Safaris® Private Journeys offer a selection of air charters, either directly from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) or from Nairobi’s domestic Wilson Airport, as well as from Kenya’s other safari and coastal destinations. You will discover Masai Mara on many of Guided Safaris® Signature Journeys with all private air and transfers covered from start to finish.

Located along the equator, Masai Mara offers a mild climate averaging between 54°F – 86°F, with warm days and cool evenings — perfect conditions for safaris. The Mara sits at an altitude of between 4900 to 7152 feet above sea level. The major rainy season in the Mara occurs around 6 to 8 weeks in April and May, with short rains in November and December for about 4 weeks.

Essentials include sunhats, sunscreen, bathing suit, and comfortable walking shoes. Morning game drives can be chilly, so packing something warm is advisable. Daily complimentary laundry service at Guided Safaris® Signature Camps allows you to always travel light which is always key to an enjoyable adventure abroad.