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Exclusive Wilderness, Ethical Adventures

Mara North Conservancy is one of the conservancies bordering Kenya’s legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, it offers a more intimate, flexible, and conservation-focused safari experience. These community-owned areas protect critical wildlife habitats while providing unforgettable game viewing and authentic cultural exchanges—making them the perfect choice for ethical, off-the-beaten-path travel.

Our Tours In Mara North Conservancy

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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 Mara North Conservancy

Ethical Encounters in a Predator-Rich Paradise

Mara North Conservancy offers a safari that balances indulgence with purpose. With carefully limited visitor numbers, you’ll enjoy close wildlife encounters, exceptional guiding, and the knowledge that your visit supports both conservation and local Maasai communities.

🐾 Low Vehicle Density

Witness iconic species in solitude, free from the crowds typical of public reserves.

🐾 Big Cat Territory

Track resident lions, leopards, and cheetahs in one of the Mara’s richest predator habitats.

🐾 Community Collaboration

The Mara North Conservancy is a pioneering model of sustainable tourism, co-owned with over 800 Maasai landowners.

🐾 Range of Activities

Enjoy off-road game drives, guided walks, and cultural encounters not permitted in the main reserve.

🐾 Diverse Ecosystems

Explore a mosaic of open plains, riverine woodlands, and rocky outcrops teeming with life.

Secretary Bird standing at the tip of an acacia tree.

Best Time to Visit Mara North Conservancy

Exceptional Year-Round Game Viewing with Migration Highlights

Thanks to reliable wildlife densities and varied habitats, Mara North is a rewarding destination throughout the year. Each season brings its own magic—whether it’s the drama of the Great Migration or the serenity of green season birding.

🌿 July to October (Great Migration Season)

Experience the drama of wildebeest herds crossing nearby Mara River areas with predator action in tow.

🌿 January to March (Dry Season)

Clear skies, concentrated wildlife around water sources, and plenty of predator-prey interactions.

🌿 November to December (Green Season)

Lush scenery and superb photography conditions with fewer tourists and fantastic birding.

Where untamed wilderness meets timeless Maasai heritage.

River Crossing with Zebras and Wildebeest
Cheetahs are the fastest land animal in the world and Africa's most endangered big cat.
A lone male Lion, walking, with just a single tree in the image, blue skies for the back drop and green grass.
Brown spotted hyena in tall dry grass carrying a piece of carcass.
Secretary Bird standing at the tip of an acacia tree.
River Crossing with Zebras and Wildebeest
Cheetahs are the fastest land animal in the world and Africa's most endangered big cat.
A lone male Lion, walking, with just a single tree in the image, blue skies for the back drop and green grass.
Brown spotted hyena in tall dry grass carrying a piece of carcass.
Secretary Bird standing at the tip of an acacia tree.

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Leopard in the tree
Prowling Lioness

The Wild, Preserved and Personal.

Enter the stories of Mara North Conservancy, where Kenya’s wilderness unfolds in pristine solitude. In this blog section, travellers share tales of big cat sightings, golden savannah sunsets, and deeply personal safari moments far from the crowds. Each story highlights the Conservancy’s dedication to protecting wildlife while supporting the Maasai communities who help keep this land wild.