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Robert Pilemalm
SE
Visited:
July 2011
Reviewed: Oct 7, 2011
Email Robert Pilemalm | 20-35 years of age
Much to see during a short time.
After entering the gate we saw a lot of gnus and zebras together in flocks. Two of the gnus butted each other and I immediately realize that this trip would be something special. The savannah of the park was open and because of that the sight of animals is good. It only took thirty minutes before we encountered lions. Then it was also possible to drive two meters close to them and I could shoot really nice pictures. During the time in Masai Mara we came to see many lions; flocks of lions, young lions, a lion eating gnu and even grown-up lion males.
However, we came to see a lot more and at the end we had seen almost all animals
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that one can imagine to see when going for safari. There was only exception; the rhino. Rhinos are the rarest animals in Masai Mara, but it happens quite frequently that they are observed in the park. Consequently, we had bad luck with respect to that, but because everything else was so good I am more than satisfied with the wildlife in the park. There is also a river, where we could see a lot of hippos and crocodiles. At some places it was possible to leave the vehicle and when we ate in free air, a baboon came and wanted our food. The driver did not let him come to close, but I went against his will quite close to the monkey anyway and this was really an amazing encountering. I also liked that we could face cheetahs and some leopards sitting in top of trees, but as I mentioned we saw every kind of animal except the rhino. As implied we were for three days in the park and I would recommend not be there less than that, because the park is huge and there is so much to see. I am interested in photographing and I must admit that the best photos ever taken by my come from this trip.We lived in Entumoto Safari Camp. The camp consisted of sturdy tents, each suited for two people. I had no problems sleeping there, but I must say that the food was not good. One day we got Spaghetti Bolognese and unfortunately it only consisted of ground beef and water. I had expected some dessert, but we never got any. What I liked about the accommodation is that the camp is guarded by Maasai people. During first evening we sat around a camp fire and heard their stories and experiences of life. We also heard a lion roaring quickly the Maasai guards started to see what was going on. The last day we also got invited to visit a Maasai village. The guards took us there. I am not against paying 1000 Kenyan shilling for that, but I did not like that they did not tell us that before they started to take us there, but first at the entrance. There was also a market in the village, but sadly the same low quality souvenirs as anywhere else in the country were sold there. I think that the Maasais can be seen as real Maasais, but the thing is just that their presence in the park has become to commercialized.
The price for the trip was good and everything was included in the price. Unfortunately, the contact person from the travel company was rude. She told us that everything was included in the price, but when the driver noticed that the entrance fee was increased, we became forced to compensate for that. When we drove home, the driver stopped by the road and bought a sack of dried leaves as fuel for his stove at home. I found it unprofessional doing personal errands when being on duty.
To summarize I am very satisfied with the wildlife experiences of Masai Mara. I could really recommend other tourists to go to this park. Concerning food and accommodation I am not complaining, because we as volunteers chose a low-budget option and we got what we paid for. If you would like to also experience good food during the evenings and good accommodation, which I actually think could be a pleasant part of a safari trip, I would like to recommend you to investigate the offerings of hotels in the park or other camps.
Marcel de Bruin
NL
Visited:
June 2024
Reviewed: Aug 7, 2024
Email Marcel de Bruin | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The largest park we have visited. We were here for 3 days and had a lodge close to the park, which was very pleasant and easy to do. The guides have contact with each other and therefore know where the predators are and can drive there. Seen many birds. Definitely worth going.
Kevin
IT
Visited:
February 2024
Reviewed: Mar 14, 2024
Email Kevin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was amazing
It was so amazing especially the wild beast crossing the river to the other side plus the weather not forgetting the tour guide it's place would like to visit again
Barry
US
Visited:
February 2024
Reviewed: Mar 5, 2024
Email Barry | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The park has an abundance of wildlife but leopards are a very rare sighting.
Margit
EE
Visited:
February 2024
Reviewed: Mar 3, 2024
Email Margit | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wildlife - stunning!
Organizational aspects take down the experience...
James Tang
TW
Visited:
October 2023
Reviewed: Nov 3, 2023
Email James Tang | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
aaroy
KE
Visited:
May 2015
Reviewed: May 6, 2015
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The most famous national reserve of Kenya
Masai Mara is a great park with loads of wildlife. Lion sightings are basically guaranteed, cheetahs and leopards less so. The park is accessible around the year and more quiet and peaceful ourside the wildebeest migration, busiest months being July-September. Also, if you don't like seeing 20 cars chasing a cheetah, try to avoid going there on Kenyan holidays (esp. Christmas-New Year time), and even better, try to go in the middle of the week, when locals and expats in Kenya stay at work in Nairobi. The Mara Triagle is on the western side of the main park, accesible with the same ticket and more quiet.
Ronald Vriesema
Visited:
December 2010
Reviewed: Aug 21, 2012
Lazar Bazlyankov
BG
Visited:
February 2026
Reviewed: Mar 6, 2026
Email Lazar Bazlyankov | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great place, huge, many animals. We saw lions, buffalo (several millions of these), chita, crocodiles, hippos, wild pigs in many sizes, etc. Very well preserved, magnificent place.
Lewis Caton
GB
Visited:
June 2025
Reviewed: Jul 6, 2025
Email Lewis Caton | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great place for 4 of the big 5 but lots of keeps and traffic