Angama Mara
Timing guide for nature, price, and weather.
August
You get peak plains predator game drives and escarpment ridge stargazing during the hotel's prime season. These cool, dry winter months coincide with the Great Migration, providing optimal conditions for viewing dramatic river crossings.
Chasing the best value? March runs $2,800/nt — see every month below.Perched on the Oloololo Escarpment, Angama Mara stands 1,000 feet above the Masai Mara. The glass-fronted suites are designed to capture the wind currents climbing the Rift Valley walls, offering views of migrating herds moving across the grass plains below.
Access
1h 0m flight + 15m drive from NBO
Ideal Stay
3 Nights
Insider Tip
Book a tent in the South Forest section for the most dramatic, unobstructed Oloololo Escarpment views and complete privacy from the paths.
Nature Windows
What you’ll see when
Primary wilderness highlights include private 4x4 game drives in the Mara Triangle, hot air balloon safaris over the golden savannah, and walking safaris along the escarpment rim.
What you’ll experience by season
Plains Predator Game Drives
Year-round
Year-round Constants
Golden grasslands, acacia trees, thermal wind currents along the Rift Valley rim, and the Mara River.
Seasons
Wildebeest river crossings and large predator concentrations peak from July to October; green grass and newborn calves arrive during the light rains of November to January.
Price Patterns
Price by month
Jul Avg
$4,200/nt
Average nightly rate by month, based on published pricing. Hover a month to see its rate.
Data Source: Static Average Pricing
SEASONAL PATTERNS
Climate & Weather
Driest
Jul
0.9" lowest rainfall
Avg High
77°F
Annual average
Standard seasonal shifts. Jul offers the clearest skies, while Oct brings the heat.
Most guests find Jan–Feb and Jun–Oct the most comfortable for outdoor activity.
Based on ideal temp (70-88°F) & low rainfall
Best Balance
Jan
Ideal mix of temp & rain
Sweat Index
Oct
80°F High (Peak)
Chill Factor
Jul
54°F Low (Pack layers)
Wettest
Nov
7.1" rain (Peak)
Field notes
45-minute scheduled flight from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Angama Airstrip
Angama Mara has its own private tarmac runway. Upon landing, a lodge guide meets you with an open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle for a scenic 15-minute drive to the lodge.
Great Migration River Crossing Guide
Coordinate with your private guide to depart the lodge by 6:00 AM during the migration season. River crossings are unpredictable and require waiting patiently at crossing points for hours.
High Altitude Winds & Escarpment Climb
Sitting at 6,200 feet, the escarpment receives strong, cold morning winds. Game drives require a steep 15-minute descent down the escarpment road, which can be rough and slippery after rain.
Angama Mara
Timing guide for nature, price, and weather.
August
You get peak plains predator game drives and escarpment ridge stargazing during the hotel's prime season. These cool, dry winter months coincide with the Great Migration, providing optimal conditions for viewing dramatic river crossings.
Chasing the best value? March runs $2,800/nt — see every month below.Perched on the Oloololo Escarpment, Angama Mara stands 1,000 feet above the Masai Mara. The glass-fronted suites are designed to capture the wind currents climbing the Rift Valley walls, offering views of migrating herds moving across the grass plains below.
Access
1h 0m flight + 15m drive from NBO
Ideal Stay
3 Nights
Insider Tip
Book a tent in the South Forest section for the most dramatic, unobstructed Oloololo Escarpment views and complete privacy from the paths.
Book your August window at Angama Mara.
Nature Windows
What you’ll see when
What you’ll experience by season
Plains Predator Game Drives
Year-round
Year-round Constants
Golden grasslands, acacia trees, thermal wind currents along the Rift Valley rim, and the Mara River.
Seasons
Wildebeest river crossings and large predator concentrations peak from July to October; green grass and newborn calves arrive during the light rains of November to January.
Price Patterns
Price by month
Jul Avg
$4,200/nt
Data Source: Static Average Pricing
SEASONAL PATTERNS
Climate & Weather
Driest
Jul
0.9" lowest rainfall
Avg High
77°F
Annual average
Most guests find Jan–Feb and Jun–Oct the most comfortable for outdoor activity.
Based on ideal temp (70-88°F) & low rainfall
Best Balance
Jan
Ideal mix of temp & rain
Sweat Index
Oct
80°F High (Peak)
Chill Factor
Jul
54°F Low (Pack layers)
Wettest
Nov
7.1" rain (Peak)
Field notes
45-minute scheduled flight from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Angama Airstrip
Angama Mara has its own private tarmac runway. Upon landing, a lodge guide meets you with an open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle for a scenic 15-minute drive to the lodge.
Great Migration River Crossing Guide
Coordinate with your private guide to depart the lodge by 6:00 AM during the migration season. River crossings are unpredictable and require waiting patiently at crossing points for hours.
High Altitude Winds & Escarpment Climb
Sitting at 6,200 feet, the escarpment receives strong, cold morning winds. Game drives require a steep 15-minute descent down the escarpment road, which can be rough and slippery after rain.
Same rates as booking direct. VIP perks, included.
Every perk below is automatically applied to your Angama Mara booking at no extra cost.
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For a full breakdown of average pricing and peak seasons, see our Seasonal Value guide.
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Angama Mara Prices by Month
- January $3,200
- February $3,200
- March $2,800
- April $2,800
- May $2,800
- June $3,600
- July $4,200
- August $4,200
- September $4,200
- October $4,200
- November $3,400
- December $3,600