Masai Mara, also spelt Maasai Mara, is a renowned wildlife conservation area in southwestern Kenya, located west of Nairobi Airport. It’s celebrated for its incredible biodiversity, offering the chance to witness the Great Migration and experience Africa’s iconic wildlife up close. The Masai Mara is a place of natural beauty, with its vast savannahs, meandering rivers, and unique acacia-dotted landscapes.
To make your way from Nairobi Airport to Masai Mara, a distance of 247 km, your only option is to take a taxi or private transfer. The drive from Nairobi Airport to Masai Mara takes approximately 6 hours, depending on road conditions. Although the journey is quite long, it is truly an adventure, allowing you to soak in the scenic beauty of Kenya’s wilderness.
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