Rules and regulations in Masai Mara National Reserve Kenya. The various Masai Mara National Reserve Kenya visitor rules are the dos and don’ts in and around the reserve that everyone visiting the reserve should follow. These various rules and regulations in Masai Mara National Reserve are to be followed to the dot, till one leaves the reserve after their visit. The Masai Mara National Reserve Kenya visitor rules were put in place by the Trans-Mara Council in partnership with the Narok Council, both of which are responsible for the protection and conservation of Masai Mara National Reserve Kenya.

The Masai Mara National Reserve rules and regulations are in place to effectively regulate and protect the biodiversity of thee reserve, having the various activities in the reserve and attractions done and visited in  sustainable manner that for many generations to come the same would still be in place.

Rules and Regulations in Masai Mara National Reserve
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The various rules and regulations in Masai Mra National Reserve Kenya are put up especially at the entrance gates to the reserve, clearly that all travelers can see them. There are penalties to the defaulters of the rules and regulations in Masai Mara National Reserve Kenya, including fines and banishment from the reserve among others.

Below are the various rules and regulations in Masai Mara National Reserve that all visitors to the reserve should adhere to at all times;

  • No off-track driving in Masai Mara. Visitors are encouraged to follow the trails or tracks made while on game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve.
  • Do not make noise while in the reserve. Any form of noise including hooting is highly discouraged. Make use of only your eyes and cameras while in the reserve, do not hoot or clap or scream out of excitement. Noise not only scares away the animals but also makes them stressed and thus become defensive.
  • Maintain a speed limit of 50km per hour while in the reserve. This speed limit helps to prevent any accidents in Masai Mara.
  • No more than 5 vehicles should be around any animal. Always use up to 10 minutes only to see animals and allow other visitors also an opportunity to spot the wildlife as close as you were able to, should there be many vehicles at the time of visit.
  • Always maintain the 100 meter distance away from the animal rule, at all times. Do not at any time be tempted to get close to the animals; they are wild animals after all.
  • Do not get out of your safari vehicle while out in the reserve on game drives.
  • Do not feed animals in Masai Mara National Reserve. Visitors found feeding animals shall be immediately fined or be chased away from the reserve immediately.
  • Do not clap, make gestures or mimic animals while in the reserve. The animals may misinterpret these as a form of communication, which would be detrimental.
  • Do not pick or collect any sample or specimen from the Masai Mara unless under authorisation by the authorities.
  • Do not smoke while out on game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve. Smoking should be done only in designated areas like your camp or lodge of stay if they allow out. Clearly put out the cigarette butt after use.
  • Do not litter in Masai Mara National Reserve. Keep all the rubbish with you including food wraps, sweet wraps, and tissue among others until you can properly dispose of them.

Penalties

There are a number of penalties in place for travelers who default on the rules and regulations in Masai Mara National Reserve Kenya. Visitors who do off-track driving are fined 10,000 Kenya Shillings, littering attracts 500 Kenya shillings fine, noise or animal harassment and hooting attracts a fine of 10,000 Kenya shillings, and those who default on reserve fees are fined 3000 Kenya shillings. All these fines are supposed to be paid the Masai Mara National Reserve Office before leaving the reserve after which you shall be given a payment slip.

Rules and Regulations in Masai Mara National Reserve
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Masai Mara National Reserve Kenya is an amazing Kenya safari destination that travelers can visit and be amazed at the sheer beauty of the park and see the various wildlife in the reserve including among others all the big 5 animals, wildebeest herds and if lucky witness the great wildebeest migration if in season, among so much more. Reach out to your trusted tour operator to help you pitch an amazing Kenya safari tour visiting the Masai Mara National Reserve, and be sure to follow all the above mentioned rules and regulations in Masai Mara National Reserve Kenya.

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