Night Game Drives

Night game drives in Masai Mara are quite a thrill and provide a wonderful opportunity to spot the nocturnal animals which are more active at night than during the day. Some of these nocturnal wildlife that you are likely to see include: Aardvark, Leopards, Hippos, Bat Eared Fox, Silver backed jackal, Honeybadger, Striped Hyena, Banded Mongoose as well as Bush Baby, Bush Pig, Caracal, Genet Cat, Cape Hares, Porcupines, Civet cats, Aardwolf and Owl.

As to what time or when these night game drives take place, the typical timing is from 7pm to 9pm ( to start the game drive), with a typical duration of 2 hours. The 9 pm night safari would therefore occur after dinner while the 7 pm one takes place before dinner. Note that private vehicles are not permitted on night game drives whilst unaccompanied and in most locations it is mandatory to have an authorised guide and driver to accompany guests and provide the night safari in line with the local conservancy rules. At most locations infact the night game drive is to be booked via the lodge or camp you will be staying at overnight.