Mara Triangle Conservancy

Location

The Mara Triangle Conservancy lies in the southwestern part of the famous Masai Mara National Reserve, west of the capital, Nairobi. The Mara Triangle lies on the border of Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park.

Size

Forming one third of the expanse of the Masai Mara, the Mara Triangle is 196 square miles in size.

History

When the Masai Mara was established in 1961, it totalled 200 square miles inclusive of the Mara Triangle, the Masai Mara receiving reserve status in 1971. The Mara Triangle is separated from the rest of the Masai Mara by the Mara River and is managed by the non-profit Mara Conservancy on behalf of the Trans-Mara County Council.

Entrance Fees & Permits

The entrance fee into the Mara Triangle varies depending on whether you are staying in the Masai Mara or just visiting for the day. Day visitors will pay USD 80 per person to enter the Mara Triangle, while guests staying in the park will pay USD 70 per person.

Hours of Operation

The Mara Triangle is open between 6am and 7pm daily. No vehicles are permitted to enter the park after 6:30pm.

How to Get There

By Road

The drive from Nairobi to the Mara Triangle is 161 miles, with travel time between five and a half and six hours. The drive takes visitors along the Uhuru Highway/A104, with entrance into the Sekenani Gate.

By Air

Guests can fly into any of the following airstrips from Nairobi Wilson Airport: Angama Mara Airfield, Mara North, Musiara, Kichwa Tembo and Serena. The flight takes between 45 and 60 minutes.

Best Time to Visit

Weather & Climate

The cooler, dry winter months between June and August are the best months to visit the Mara Triangle. The early mornings can be chilly at around 55°F; however, with the grass being low due to no rainfall and the mild climate during the day, this is a most ideal time to be on safari. The short rains fall in November and December, top temperatures reaching around 80°F.

Avoiding Crowds

Consider visiting the Mara Triangle outside of peak season. The months of September and October, as well as May and early June, provide a wonderful safari experience without the crowds. Fewer vehicles on the open plains and more accommodation opportunities make it worth avoiding the migration season of July and August.

Value for Money

There is a vast selection of accommodation options to choose from in the Mara Triangle and nearby, so options range from modest camping options to high-end luxury lodges. With an array of options, there is definitely scope to create a value-for-money safari in one of Africa’s most famous game reserves.

Wildlife and Landscape

Popular Wildlife Sightings in Mara Triangle

Home to the “Big Five”, it is easy to spot your favourite animal in the Mara Triangle. There is a better chance of seeing black rhino in the Mara Triangle, grazing amid other plains game such as zebra, kudu, and wildebeest. Predators like lions and leopards roam the Mara Triangle, while watching elephants wander by is always a treat. A key element to being in the Mara Triangle is that it is the ideal location to witness the Great Migration in July each year.

The Terrain

Discover the lush landscape alongside the Mara River, with open savannahs, woodlands and rich, sandy earth creating a colourful canvas in the Mara Triangle. The Oolooloo Escarpment and scattered acacia trees create a dramatic background.

Experience

Game Drives

Game drives in the Mara Triangle will take place in 4×4 vehicles, some open on all sides, while others will be enclosed with a pop-up roof for optimal viewing. Early morning safaris take place before sunrise, with an afternoon sunset experience a highlight of a game experience in the Mara Triangle.

Guided Walking Safaris

A nature walk is an incredible way to experience the wonders of the Mara Triangle. Your qualified guide will help you get up close to plains game, fascinating flora and fauna, with vast views of the wilderness spreading far in front of you.

Hot Air Balloon Ride

The Mara Triangle is the launch site for hot air balloon experiences over the Masai Mara. An incredible experience and way to view wildlife from above.

Book your safari to the Mara Triangle with Adventure In The Wild Safaris and discover a unique, uncrowded, and wildlife-rich corner of Kenya’s most iconic game reserve.