Maasai Mara National Reserve Entry Fees 2025

The Maasai Mara National Reserve is one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations, attracting thousands of visitors each year. Covering 1,510 km² in southwestern Kenya along the Great Rift Valley, the reserve is managed by the Narok County Government, unlike most Kenyan parks that are under the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS).

Renowned worldwide, the Maasai Mara is the stage for the Great Wildebeest Migration an awe-inspiring wildlife spectacle that takes place between July and October as millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles cross the Mara River from Tanzania’s Serengeti. The park is also home to the Big Five lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinoceroses alongside hundreds of bird species and other wildlife.

Maasai Mara Entry Fees for 2025 (Per Person, Per Day)

Non-Residents

Category	High Season (1 Jul – 31 Dec)	Low Season (1 Jan – 30 Jun)
Adults	Ksh 30,000	Ksh 15,000
Children (9–17 yrs)	Ksh 7,500	Ksh 7,500
Students (Group)	Ksh 7,500	Ksh 7,500

Kenyan Citizens

Category	High Season	Low Season
Adults	Ksh 3,000	Ksh 1,000
Children (9–17 yrs)	Ksh 500	Ksh 300
Students (Group)	Ksh 500	Ksh 300

East African Residents (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi)

Category	High Season	Low Season
Adults	Ksh 5,000	Ksh 2,500
Children (9–17 yrs)	Ksh 2,000	Ksh 1,000
Students (Certified Club)	Ksh 300	Free

Narok County Residents

Category	High Season	Low Season
Adults	Ksh 2,000	Ksh 1,000
Children (9–17 yrs)	Ksh 500	Ksh 200
Students (Bus load in uniform)	Ksh 300	Free

Vehicle Entry Fees (Per Vehicle, Per Day)

Vehicle Size	Rate (Ksh)
Less than 6 seats	1,000
6–12 seats	1,500
13–24 seats	3,500
25–44 seats	4,500
45 seats and above	5,000

Important Notes for Visitors

Children 8 years and below enter free of charge.
Green Season: 1 January – 30 June (ideal for fewer crowds and lower rates).
High Season: 1 July – 31 December (peak migration period).
Valid Identification Required: Carry your National ID, Passport, or Work Permit for verification.
Student Discounts: Only valid with a recognized student ID or official letter from the institution.
Where to Pay: Entry tickets can be purchased at the KAPS Office in Nairobi or upon arrival at official Maasai Mara gates and airstrips, including:
- Sekenani, Oloolaimutia, Simba, Fig Tree, Talek Musiara, Ewaso Nyiro Airstrip
- Keekorok, Olkiombo, and Musiara (Governors Camp area)

Why Visit the Maasai Mara in 2025?

Witness the Great Migration one of the world’s Seven Natural Wonders.
Spot the Big Five and other iconic African wildlife.
Enjoy year-round safari experiences, with each season offering a unique perspective.
Experience rich Maasai culture through guided community visits.