Each year, huge herds of wildebeest and zebra move into the Maasai Mara from Tanzania's Serengeti. A Maasai Mara migration flight is the fastest way to get there, in about an hour from Nairobi.
The iconic savanna, home to the Great Migration and Africa’s Big Five.
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Lush riverine forest near Sekenani Gate, rich in elephants and leopards.
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Historic lodge area with year-round wildlife near the Tanzanian border.
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Classic safari camp known for hot-air balloon rides and river crossings.
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Luxurious lodge perched on the Mara’s edge, inspired by "Out of Africa."
View FlightsKenya's tourism board describes July to October as the key period for the Mara part of the migration. The exact timing changes every year with rainfall and grazing, so treat it as a broad window rather than a fixed date. No flight or airstrip can promise a river crossing, but being in the right area of the reserve gives you the best chance.
River-crossing action centres on the Mara River, and many migration-season camps are in the Mara Triangle and along the river. Always ask your camp which airstrip it uses. As a general guide:
From the air: on a clear day the flight to the Mara crosses the Great Rift Valley, and in migration season you may see herds on the plains as you come in to land.
New to the Mara? Start with the Maasai Mara airstrip guide to match your camp to the right airstrip.
July to October is generally the key period for the Great Migration in the Mara. Timing varies each year, so build some flexibility into your stay.
Crossings take place along the Mara River. Camps in the Mara Triangle often use Serena airstrip, and central reserve camps often use Ol Kiombo. Your camp will confirm the best airstrip for you.
Sometimes. On clear days you may see herds as the aircraft descends towards the airstrip, but sightings from the air are not guaranteed.
Book as soon as your camp is confirmed. Migration months are the busiest of the year for both lodges and flights.
