🇰🇪 Kenya · East Africa
Maasai Mara
Big-cat capital & the Great Migration
Big-cat capital & the Great Migration
Entry rules for British passport holders can change at short notice. Always check the official FCDO pages before you book and again before you travel.
Track lion prides, cheetah and elusive leopard with a senior guide, morning and evening.
Witness the heart-stopping drama of wildebeest braving the Mara River (Jul–Oct).
Float over the plains at dawn, then toast the sunrise with a champagne bush breakfast.
Meet the community, learn ancient traditions, and shop authentic handcraft.
Cocktails as the savanna turns to fire — the classic safari ritual.
Pop-up roof vehicles and golden light make the Mara a photographer's dream.
River crossings, dry weather and dense wildlife. The iconic time to visit — book early.
Best for: drama
Warm, dry and quieter. Excellent predator sightings and clear skies for photography.
Best for: cats
Lush landscapes, newborn animals and the lowest prices. Occasional afternoon showers.
Best for: value
Brief showers, fewer crowds and dramatic skies. Resident wildlife remains superb.
Best for: solitude
