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Did you know that Masai Mara North conservancy is among the best exclusive places where you can witness one of the Wonders of the World?
Isn’t that exciting! Now let’s get into it.
Interesting Facts About Masai Mara North Conservancy
1. Wildlife
Did you know actually, that conservancies mostly do habour a wide array of wild species compared even to national parks?
Mara North conservancy, is among the best spots in the Mara ecosystem that offers high concentrations of wildlife.
It is actually a haven for the Big Five members ( Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo & Rhino) and also a perfect place to witness the migration of over 1.3 million Wildebeests annually.
Also it is home to other species such as Cheetah, Zebra, Gazelle, African Wild Dog, Spotted Hyena, Giraffe and over 450 bird species.
2. Hot Air Balloon Safari
Get to enjoy the worth of your every penny, by experiencing a birds-eye view of the Mara North plains, and get to enjoy a bush meal after landing.
Amboseli National Park is yet another best place to enjoy aerial views of the parks and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and you better check it out.
3. Community-Based Conservancy
The over 73,000 acres wilderness in the northwest part of Masai Mara National Reserve, was established in 2009.
A group of over 900 Masai landowners decided to collaborate and hence the conservancy began. It is now run by the landowners together in partnership, with several tourism partners such as 6 camps and 3 lodges operators.
4. Strategic Location & Unique Landscapes
Mara North conservancy map, shows how the conservancy is strategically situated offering epic views of game views, as it is a key route of the great migration.
The diverse landscapes and vegetations such as the lush grasslands offers amazing views of the animals as they pass before crossing the Mara river.
 Mara North Conservancy History
Being a vital part of the Mara region, the conservancy was once in a bad state whereby human-wildlife conflict was a major issue. The wildlife found it hard to migrate, whereas the local people overgrazed in the area causing a major issue.
To be able to save their they livelihoods and conserve the wildlife, over 900 landowners came together and the conservancy was born in 2009.
Other conservation efforts were placed, such as creating partnership with different tourism partners to ensure long lasting wildlife and benefits to the local people.
Mara North Conservancy Map
This beautiful paradise, borders Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s largest national reserve, to the south and acts as a major migratory corridor. The Mara River runs along the conservancy, offering best views of the Wildebeests together with other herbivorous such as Zebras as they cross.
The conservancy is also surrounded by neighbouring conservancies such as;
- Olare Orok Conservancy
- Motorogi Conservancy
- Â and Lemek Conservancy
Here is a map of the great Mara North conservancy in the Mara region;
Mara North Conservancy Airstrip
The Mara North airstrip is among the famous airstrip in the northern mara region. It serves as a gateway to most accommodations in the conservancy and is mostly used by some few Kenya airlines such as Safari link and Air Kenya.
The airstrip is used by visitors staying at various camps such as Saruni Mara Camp, Saruni Wild Camp and Kicheche Mara Camp.
Attractions in Mara North Conservancy
1. Wildlife
The conservancy is a home to various wild animals and plant species that are notable. Some of the wild animals found here are such as the Big Cats (Lion, Leopard & Cheetah), Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, Wildebeests, Crocodiles.
Mara north conservancy is also a haven for over 400 different bird species such as Egyptian Vulture, Bat Hawk, Eurasian Honey Buzzard.
It also features stunning habitats such as Leopard Gorge, Rhino Crest, Musiara Marshes, and Heaven plain.
2. The Great Migration
The strategic location and thrilling vegetation in the Mara North Conservancy, offers once in a lifetime epic views of the Great Migration of Wildebeests.
This inspiring encounter habours the journey of these beings as they carry out their annual migration between Masai Mara National Reserve and Serengeti National Park in Tanzania.
3. Culture Immersion
The conservancy is run and managed one of Kenya’s great and well renowned Maasai Culture. One gets a chance to engage and interact with the local Maasai people and gain insights into their customs and traditions.
4. Luxury Accommodation
Mara North Conservancy camps, offers some of the best exclusive and luxurious accommodations that you sure wouldn’t wanna try out. They do imply eco-friendly practices, top notch hospitality and their locations offers stunning views of the thrilling wilderness.
Things to Do in Mara North Conservancy
1. Game Drives
Get to encounter different wildlife and spot the iconic Big Five members with the help of our Naicef guide. Here you will be able to enjoy coming across other species such as Wildebeest, Spotted Hyena, Crocodiles in the Mara river, Baboons, Hippos.
Tsavo East National Park, is yet another prime place to best spot the Big Five members among others.
2. Hot Air Balloon Safaris Â
Enjoy an aerial view above the vast plains of the conservancy and the epic capture moments as the sun rises. The hot air balloon safaris normally starts at 6:00 a.m and the direction of the safari is usually not defined. The safari is mostly an hour tops, and one gets to explore a wide array of the conservancy.
Get to enjoy aerial views of the mighty Wildebeests migration, birds nesting places, and the stunning landscapes such as the Leopard George.
3. Bird Watching
Are you a bird enthusiast? The conservancy is home to a wide range of different bird species that one can get to enjoy capturing photos in your 4X4 Landcruiser with a pop-up roof.
Some of these birds do include; Hooded Vulture, Little Grebe, African Darter, Little Bittern, Cattle Egret, common Ostrich. Do you know that Samburu National Reserve, is home to the Somali Ostrich, a member of the Special Five.
Check out this reserve as it is famously know to be the home to the “Big North members”.
4. Bush Meals
Wondering how to get back to you camp for breakfast after the hot air balloon safari and yet head back into the wild for a morning game drive? Worry not.
Mara north conservancy, allows one to enjoy meals while in the wild making the safari even way out of this world.
5. Guided Nature Walks
Get to bond with nature and be guided by Maasai experts who are well knowledgeable of the conservancy and its wildlife.
6. Cultural Interactions
Cultural visits to local Maasai community enables one to learn and participate in their traditional activities such as traditional dances.
Do you know that Samburu and Masai community at some point, they do have similar traditions? Check out also Namunyak Conservancy, a community- based conservancy also, with its tales of the “Singing well” and diverse game views.
Mara North Conservancy Fee
To enjoy the amazing entailments of Mara North conservancy, here are the conservancy entry fee;
Citizen Entry FeeÂ
Adult – Ksh 1000-2000
Child – Ksh 300-1000
East African Resident Entry Fee
Adult – Ksh 1000-2000
Child – Ksh 500-1500
Non Resident Entry Fee
Adult – USD 80-120
Child – USD 45-75
Masai Mara North Conservancy Camps
The conservancy habours amazing luxurious accommodations to relax as you enjoy your tour and here are some of them;
1.Saruni Basecamp
2.Basecamp Mara Bush Houses
3.Richard’s river Camp
4.Royal Mara Safari Lodge
5.Offbeat Riding Safaris
6. Kicheche Mara Camp
7. Mara Expedition Camp
8. Off beat Mara Camp
9. Karen Blixen Camp
10.Elewana’ s Elephant Pepper Camp
11. Alex Walker’s Serian
Conclusion
Masai Mara North Conservancy is among the best community based protected areas in the Mara region, that offers epic game encounters.
It is home to a high concentration of wild species such as the Big Five members, Wildebeests, Crocodiles, Hippos, Cheetahs, among others.
The conservancy is also a home to over 450 different bird species such as Common Ostrich, Little Grebe, African Darter, Little Bittern, Cattle Egret.
Mara North conservancy, was established in 2009 after over 900 Masai Landowners joined together with aim of protecting the wildlife. They also partnered up with 12 tourism partners with whom together they’ve implied conservation efforts.
The Mara North conservancy map, entails the conservancy’s strategic location whereby it is in the northwest of Masai Mara National Reserve. The conservancy offers stunning views of the Mighty Blue Wildebeests and other herbivorous as they migrate and cross through the Mara river.
To experience such thrilling game encounters, the Mara North conservancy fee are indicated above.
Mara North conservancy airstrip, serves as an access through to most of the luxurious Mara north conservancy camps.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What wildlife can be seen in Masai Mara North Conservancy?
The conservancy is home to many wild animals such as the Big Five members (Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino), Wildebeests, Cheetahs, Wild Dog.
2. What activities can one do while in the park?
Some of the fun things to do, are such as game drives, bird watching, hot air balloon safaris, bush meals.
3. When is the best time to visit the conservancy?Â
It is best to visit during the dry seasons especially between the months of June to October to witness the Great Migration.
4. Are there accomodations in the conservancy?
Yes, of course there are. The conservancy has about 12 luxurious camps that offers the best services.
5. How can one access the conservancy?
The best and easiest way to access the conservancy is by air through the Mara North Airstrip. Even though the conservancy still can be accessed via road, the roads past Narok town may tend to be uneasy.
