Best TimeJune to October for wildlife; November to April for birding
Kenya DestinationConservancyGreater Masai Mara
Mara Naboisho Conservancy
A community conservancy beside the Mara with exceptional lion and cheetah viewing, low vehicle density and flexible safari activities.
High SeasonJune to October and December to March
Size202 km² / 78 mi²
Altitude1,596-1,879 m / 5,236-6,165 ft
Why visit Mara Naboisho Conservancy?
Mara Naboisho is one of the leading community conservancies surrounding the Masai Mara National Reserve. Strict limits on camp numbers and vehicles create a quieter experience, while the wildlife remains exceptional, particularly for lions, cheetahs and plains game.
A quick, practical view
Why travellers choose it
Highlights
- ✓High concentrations of lions and cheetahs
- ✓Low vehicle numbers
- ✓Walking and off-road game viewing possible
- ✓Strong sustainability and community model
Good to know
Considerations
- •Accommodation is mostly premium-priced
- •Limited bed numbers mean early booking is important
- •The main migration river crossings occur elsewhere in the Mara ecosystem
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Wildlife
What you can see
Lion and cheetah are major strengths, with elephant, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and many other Mara species also present.
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Scenery & Habitat
The landscape
Rolling grassland, low hills and acacia-dotted plains create a classic Greater Mara setting without the same concentration of vehicles as the national reserve.
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Experiences
Things to do
Game drives, off-road sightings, guided walks and selected night drives are possible under conservancy rules.
Plan Around The Seasons
When to visit Mara Naboisho Conservancy
Best Time To Visit
When to go
June to October offers dependable general wildlife viewing, while the greener months from November to April bring strong birding and attractive landscapes.
Weather & Climate
What conditions feel like
The Mara highlands have warm days and cool nights. Rainfall occurs year-round but is heaviest around the long rains and the later short rains.
How Mara Naboisho Conservancy fits into your route
Naboisho is reached by road from Nairobi or, more commonly on premium itineraries, by light aircraft to Greater Mara airstrips.
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