The distance between Masai Mara Crossing and Serengeti National Park is 77 km. The road distance is 94.8 km.
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By Road from Masai Mara to SerengetiAlthough not the most preferred mode of transport from Masai Mara to Serengeti, traveling by road between Masai Mara and the Serengeti is possible through either Isebania, located to the west of Serengeti or through the border at Namanga, located to the east side.
What city is closest to Serengeti? The nearest city, and the city most safari tours begin from, is Arusha. Arusha, a city with a population of just over 400,000, is home to some of the greatest marvels of Tanzania.
What to expect in the Masai Mara. The Masai Mara National Reserve is undisputedly Kenya's most famous wildlife destination. Its rock-solid reputation as a must-see for every safari goer has been built up over decades and rests on two chief elements: the ease of spotting game and the Great Wildebeest Migration.
You should spend a minimum of 4 days and three nights at the Masai Mara for you to enjoy the full scope of wildlife in the park. 4 days and 3 nights will allow you to have 4 game drives for the length of your stay and allow you enough time to rest when you arrive at the park.
Masai Mara is known to have excellent wildlife viewing all year round. However for those looking for an opportunity to watch as the great wildebeest migration unfolds the best time to visit the Mara is from July to October.
When on safari in the Serengeti, you cannot see the snow tops of the Kilimanjaro mountain from that far. However, you can see the Kilimanjaro very well when arriving in Arusha, at JRO airport, when the skies are clear blue.
A budget 4-day safari starts at around US$ 475 per person per day, while a 7-day camping safari can be a little US$ 286 per person per day. On the high end, a 7-day private safari will start at around US$ 716 per person sharing.
Prices tend to be higher during the Peak season which is normally when the Great wildebeest migration happens as this attracts large numbers of visitors to Masai Mara making it more expensive to secure rooms due to the high demand. The Peak season runs from July to October.
You should spend a minimum of 4 days and three nights at the Masai Mara for you to enjoy the full scope of wildlife in the park. 4 days and 3 nights will allow you to have 4 game drives for the length of your stay and allow you enough time to rest when you arrive at the park.
Both the Serengeti and the Masai Mara, as well as many other areas in Tanzania and Kenya are considered risky malaria areas, even in the 'cooler' Winter months.
We recommend spending as many days in the Serengeti as possible. While there are many different accommodation options, the extra cost of staying for longer will be well worth it. Additionally, make sure to come during the dry season to spot more animals, and be mindful of your travel dates.
The weather of Serengeti National Park is normally warm during day time and cold during night time and early mornings making it good to have both warm and light clothes during your trip to Serengeti.
A safari isn't just about seeing incredible wildlife, it is also a cultural experience, and on this one, the Masai Mara wins hands down! The Masai Mara is named after the Maasai people who have lived throughout Kenya's Masai Mara and Tanzania's Serengeti regions for decades.