Mara North Conservancy

A sun-warmed wind runs across the long grasses of Mara North as the first light of day touches the plains. A lioness pads silently through the dew, elephants emerge from the acacia thickets, and you realize this is not just a safari stop — it is a living, breathing wilderness where guests are custodians as much as visitors.

Mara North Conservancy (MNC) is one of the largest and most established private conservancies bordering the Masai Mara National Reserve. Covering tens of thousands of hectares, it safeguards critical migration corridors while supporting thriving predator populations, elephants, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and more.

Key Highlights

• Exclusive, low-density tourism with strict vehicle limits.
• Off-road game drives for close encounters.
• Walking safaris, night drives, and authentic Maasai cultural visits.
• Community-driven: land lease payments benefit local Maasai families.

Best Time to Visit

• Year-round game-viewing is exceptional.
• July–October offers wildebeest migration sightings.

• Alex Walker’s Serian
• Basecamp, Mara Bush Houses
• Kicheche Mara Camp
• Mara Expedition Camp
• Karen Blixen Camp
• Elephant Pepper Camp
• Offbeat Mara Camp
• Richards River Camp
• Royal Mara Safari Lodge
• Safaris Unlimited
• Saruni Basecamp
• Other boutique tented camps operating under conservancy rules

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Other Nearby Conservancies Includes:-Mara Naboisho and Olare Motorogi

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Why Choose a Conservancy Safari in the Mara

• Privacy & Exclusivity — limited guest numbers and vehicle caps.
• Conservation Impact — every stay supports wildlife protection and Maasai communities.
• Safari Freedom — activities not always allowed in the National Reserve, such as night drives and guided walks.
• Unrivalled Wildlife — predators, elephants, and migration herds with fewer crowds.

Quick FAQ

1. What makes conservancies different from the Masai Mara National Reserve?
Conservancies are privately and community-managed, with strict visitor limits. They allow activities such as off-road drives, walks, and night safaris not possible inside the reserve.

2. When is the best time to visit Mara conservancies?
Wildlife is excellent year-round, but July–October is ideal for the Great Migration.

3. Do conservancy fees support local communities?
Yes — conservancy models directly pay Maasai landowners and fund anti-poaching patrols.

4. How do I access Mara conservancies?
You can fly into local airstrips (45–60 mins from Nairobi) or drive 5–6 hours by road.

5. Are conservancies suitable for families?
Yes, most camps welcome families and offer child-friendly safaris, private vehicles, and educational activities.