Maasai Mara
Maasai Mara
The Maasai mara is Kenya’s biggest safari destination covering 1,510 square kilometres in the south West of Kenya. It’s contiguous with the Serengeti in Tanzania. It’s famous for the “Big five” and the great wildebeest migration. The park offers unlimited and unparalleled wildlife viewing. The park is located in Narok county and is as well managed by Narok county and the mara wildlife conservancy. The wildebeest migration which usually occur between the months of July and October is one of the events that you ought not to miss. Millions of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle traverse the mara Serengeti ecosystem crossing the river from Serengeti to Kenya in search of greener pastures. Maasai mara is the home of the “Big Five” namely Lions, leopards,elephants, buffaloes and indigenous black rhinos. Other animals found in mara are cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, different antelope species as well as numerous bird species.
Activities
– Wildlife sightings
– Game drives
– Guided walking safaris
– Hot air balloon safari
– Local village visit
Favourite Spots
The Great Migration
Maasai mara is well know for the great migration of massive wildebeest from the bordering Serengeti park in Tanzania to Maasai mara in Kenya in search of greener pastures. It’s one of the greatest incredible wildlife spectacles on the planet. This annual migration sees millions of wildebeest, zebras and other herbivores crossing the mara River.
Hot Air Balloon
The great Maasai mara is popular destination
for hot air balloon safaris providing a unique and breathtaking perspective of landscape and wildlife. Balloon safaris typically take place during the early morning hours, offering a serene and panoramic view of the plains and wildlife below.
Maasai Culture
The maasai people are known for their distinctive red attire and rich culture. They inhabit the areas surrounding maasai mara game reserve. You will get a chance to interact with the maasai people, learn about their culture, traditional customs and witness traditional dancers as they jump very high.
Mara Triangle
This spot is well known for its scenic landscapes and abundant wildlife. It’s managed by the mara conservancy.
Oloololo Escarpment
Oloololo escapment offers stunning views of the reserve below. Some Lodges and camps are situated along the escarpment providing a picturesque setting for visitors.
Where to Stay
We have budget,mid-range and luxurious permanent lodges and tented camps among them;
– AA maasai mara
– Sentrim mara camp
– Olemoran camp
– Enkorok camp
– Asure camp
– Fig tree lodge
– Mara simba lodge
– Ashnil mara
– Sopa lodge
– Keekrok lodge
– Mara leisure camp
– Mara sun lodge
– Mara chui camp
– Mara river lodge etc
