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Discover Masai Mara Conservancies

Located on the northern and eastern borders of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, you will find the Mara Conservancies. These have been created as a result of agreements between the local Maasai landowners and safari lodges, extending the conservation and wildlife areas of the Maasai Mara. In return for allowing wild animals to roam their land and allowing safari lodges to take guests on safari, the Maasai receive a land-use income and have also have retained grazing corridors in the conservancies where they can continue to graze their cattle.

Our Destinations In Masai Mara Conservancies

Mara Naboisho Conservancy
Roaring Male Lion
Mara North Conservancy
Masai Mara National Reserve: A breathtaking landscape with wildebeest grazing, a hot air balloon soaring above, and a 4x4 safari vehicle exploring the vast plains, offering a unique and immersive wildlife experience.
Ol Seki
Yawning Lioness
Olare Motorogi Conservancy
Elephant mom with 2 calves one bigger than the other standing next to an acacia tree.
Olderkesi Conservancy

Our Tours In Masai Mara Conservancies

Discover our tailored tours, designed to highlight the region's iconic wildlife and stunning landscapes.

Type
Activity
Style
Price
Sort
Kenya - 8-day Savannah & Sea Safari - Group accommodated
Kenya – 8-day Savannah & Sea Safari – Group accommodated
Africa
8 days
From $2,800
Kenya – 10-day Kenya Exclusive Sky Safari – Private fly-in
Africa
10 days
Kenya - 9-day Hemingways Bush & Beach Break - Private accommodated
Kenya – 9-day Hemingways Bush & Beach Break – Private accommodated
Africa
9 days
From $5,050
Kenya – 8-day Samburu, Mara & Amboseli Fly-in Safari – Private Fly-in
Africa
8 days
From $6,100
Kenya - 7-day Maasai Mara & Kipalo Hills Safari - Private Fly-in
Kenya – 7-day Mara and Tsavo Secluded Safari
Africa
7 days
From $4,100
Kenya - 7-day Maasai Mara & Laikipia Kicheche Safari - Private fly-in
Kenya – 7-day Maasai Mara & Laikipia Kicheche Safari – Private fly-in
Africa
7 days
From $5,220
Kenya - 4-day Maasai Mara Safari with Instinct of the Mara - Private fly-in
Kenya – 4-day Maasai Mara Safari with Instinct of the Mara
Africa
4 days
From $2,210
Kenya - 4-day Maasai Mara Safari with Hemingways River Camp - Private Fly-In
Kenya – 4-day Maasai Mara Safari with Hemingways River Camp – Private Fly-In
Africa
From $2,910
Kenya - 4-day Maasai Mara Safari with Kicheche Bush Olare - Private Fly-In
Kenya – 4-day Maasai Mara Safari with Kicheche Bush Olare – Private Fly-In
Africa
From $3,085
Kenya - 4-day Maasai Mara Safari with Kicheche Valley - Private fly-in
Kenya – 4-day Maasai Mara Safari with Kicheche Valley – Private fly-in
Africa
4 days
From $3,085
Kenya - 4-day Mara North Safari with Karen Blixen Camp - Private Fly-in
Kenya – 4-day Mara North Safari with Karen Blixen Camp – Private accommodated
Africa
4 days
From $2,430
Kenya - 4-day Maasai North Safari with Elephant Pepper - Private fly-in
Kenya – 4-day Maasai North Safari with Elephant Pepper – Private fly-in
Africa
4 days
From $3,195

Why Visit Masai Mara Conservancies?

Wildlife, Sustainability, and Culture in Harmony

The partnership has been a huge success because the conservancies offer a number of advantages over the national reserve, with their focus being on low-impact sustainable tourism. This, of course, also results in slightly higher prices, but the conservancies are quieter than the national reserve, with way fewer lodges per square kilometre, and this is something animals appreciate. You get a more authentic safari experience with less other visitors around, which makes the extra money spent worthwhile. Especially in the Mara migration season, the national reserve becomes very busy with dozens of vehicles on cat sightings, and up to 100 vehicles at river crossing points. Being private, the conservancies are also able to offer night drives and bush walks and if you stay for three nights or more in one lodge, they will often include a day trip into the national reserve, whereas the reverse is not possible. A couple of lodges in the conservancies have started offering cycling safaris as well, which are becoming increasingly popular.

Amazing shot of a vulture which is a large bird of prey that usually feed on the carrion

What Makes Masai Mara Conservancies Unique?

Exclusive safaris with a purpose

The Masai Mara Conservancies offer a safari experience unlike anywhere else. With limited visitor numbers, vast private lands, and community-driven conservation, they provide intimate encounters with wildlife while directly supporting the Maasai people. Here, your safari not only brings you closer to nature but also helps protect it for generations to come.

🐾 Exclusive Game Viewing

Enjoy uninterrupted sightings with fewer vehicles at key wildlife moments.

🐾 Range of Activities

From walking safaris to night drives, conservancies unlock unique ways to explore.

🐾 Community Empowerment

Every stay supports local Maasai landowners and vital conservation projects.

Best Times To Visit Masai Mara Conservancies

Seasonal Highlights for Every Traveller

​Year-round, though the wildebeest migration usually reaches the Masai Mara in July and remains until October when it moves back to the Serengeti in Tanzania.

🐾 July to October – The Great Migration

Witness the iconic river crossings and vast herds spread across the plains in peak safari season.

🐾 January to February – Calving Season

See newborn wildebeest and predators on the hunt in lush green landscapes.

🐾 November to December – Green Season

Fewer crowds, verdant scenery, and excellent birdwatching opportunities.

Accommodation Options in Masai Mara Conservancies

Stay Close to Nature, in Style

Indigo Safaris features a handpicked collection of camps and lodges in the Masai Mara Conservancies to suit every style of traveller.

✨ Luxury Tented Camps

Spacious, stylish tents with en-suite facilities and breathtaking savannah views.

✨ Family-Friendly Lodges

Welcoming accommodations with activities and comfort for all ages.

✨ Romantic Escapes

Intimate camps perfect for honeymooners or couples seeking seclusion in the wild.

Step into a world where conservation and culture converge amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Masai Mara Conservancies.

Masai Mara National Reserve: A breathtaking landscape with wildebeest grazing, a hot air balloon soaring above, and a 4x4 safari vehicle exploring the vast plains, offering a unique and immersive wildlife experience.
Masai Mara National Reserve: A breathtaking landscape with wildebeest grazing, a hot air balloon soaring above, and a 4x4 safari vehicle exploring the vast plains, offering a unique and immersive wildlife experience.

Request a Custom Itinerary including Masai Mara Conservancies

Ready to embark on your exclusive conservancy safari? Contact Indigo Safaris for personalised travel planning and tailor-made itineraries that bring your Kenyan adventure to life.

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Beyond the Borders of the Mara.

Discover the untamed beauty of the Masai Mara Conservancies—exclusive wildlife havens that combine exceptional game viewing with vital community conservation. In this blog section, travellers share stories of intimate encounters with big cats, nights under endless stars, and the warmth of Maasai hospitality. Each tale celebrates a safari experience that’s wilder, quieter, and deeply connected to the land.