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MAASAI MARA | Ultimate Destination Guide

YOUR GUIDE TO EXPLORING BIG CAT COUNTRY
Two young cheetahs in the Maasai Mara, Kenya
TWO CHEETAHS IN THE MAASAI MARA // PHOTO: PTO TRAVEL PRO*
 

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The Mara is one of the most celebrated Safari destinations in all of Africa. There's a reason so many wildlife photographers and documentary filmmakers like to spend extended time here in the savannahs of the Mara; the wildlife sightings are world-class. From massive lion prides, to the Great Migration, to the native Maasai people, the Mara is filled with reasons to make a trip to this special place.

I expected a few things, like that we'd see animals in their natural habitat and that we'd stay in unique lodgings, but I was blown away by the unexpected. I didn't realize just how close we'd be able to get to the animals; I certainly didn't imagine being just a few feet from lunching lions. I also didn't realize just how many animals we'd see. I thought we'd spend the majority of our time searching, with a few sightings interspersed through our day. Instead, it was flipped, and we were rarely without something exciting to see and interesting tidbits from our guide.

On top of all that, I was blown away by the hospitality. Not only did our lodges manage to pull off impossible levels of luxury in truly remote locations, but we were pampered by the most incredible hosts. The staff blew us away with their warmth, attention to detail, and expertise. The food and accommodations were as good, but likely better, than anywhere we’ve stayed in the world, and we got to enjoy it all in relative solitude.

From the epic wildlife sightings and journeys across sweeping landscapes to the more understated moments conversing with warm, genuine hosts or simply enjoying the sounds of nature, the Mara is a place that sticks in my mind. If you're ever blessed with a chance to visit, jump on it. Your only concern will be that you, too, will spend your life dreaming of your return to this magical place.




IN THIS GUIDE:

The "bottom line" summarizing why the Mara is worthy of a stop on your next itinerary
A guide to the top lodges & regions to know in the Mara so you can get your bearings and find a great place to stay
Specialized Safari "crash courses" including my Safari Playbook, the perfect guide for first timer's, plus photography and packing guides
Top things to do, including game drives, balloon rides, astrophotography, and more
Field guides and lists of common (and uncommon) animals so you know more about the wildlife you can expect to see in the Mara
Itineraries to help you daydream and kick-start your trip
Itinerary add-ons so you can find the best next stops as you build your journey
Match maker and date selector tools to help you decide if the Mara should be at the top of your list and when you should book your trip
Logistics planner with all the info you need for getting there, getting around, and what you need to book
"Landing gear" with all the info you need on spending, speaking, safety, and more so you can hit the ground running when you arrive
Basic phrases to help you sound more like a local
Packing tips so you can bring everything you need, and nothing you don't

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A male lion lounges by a pool of water in the Maasai Mara, Kenya
MALE LION IN THE MARA // PHOTO: PTO TRAVEL PRO*
 

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Sean Yuan
Sean Yuan
Oct 22, 2023

I've only skimmed through so far, but this is your most thorough and well written guide yet. I can't wait to sit down and go through it all.

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