Are you pressed for time but still want to embark on a Masai Mara safari? Masai Mara is the ultimate heaven for wildlife in Kenya. If you have ever flicked through a safari guide, the Masai Mara needs a little introduction.
Masai Mara is marked smaller than many of the East African safari gems as it is 1500 square kilometers in size. The wonderful destination stands out as the original home of the Maasai people and the word “Mara” means “spotted land”. So, Masai Mara is named for its boundless plains sprinkled lightly with kopjes and acacias. This scene has become the scene of African safaris and set the Masai Mara on the top of ultimate safari spots throughout Kenya.
Masai Mara is the home to some of the highest concentrations of wildlife species in Africa offering the most breathtaking spectacles. Majestic strolling elephant herds, the clash of Africa’s biggest cats, and the heart-thumping thrilling experiences of the Great Migration and the list go on – to wait for you on a Masai Mara safari vacation.
How Do You Plan a Masai Mara Safari?
Well-known as one of the most popular wildlife reserves around the world, the Masai Mara National Reserve is a beautiful wildlife sanctuary with an abundance of incredible animal species. It’s known as the Masai Mara or simply “The Mara” and the reserve was named after the Maasai people who inhabit the area.
Home to a wide variety of animals including the iconic Big 5, you will be able to spot some of your favorite animals on foot, four-wheelers or even from the air. If you visit Masai Mara between July and November, you will witness millions of wildebeest migrating – one of the most remarkable wildlife encounters on the planet. Masai Mara is a perfect paradise for both first-timers and experienced safari enthusiasts, making it an ultimate destination for everyone.
Where is Masai Mara Located?
Masai Mara National Reserve is located in the southwest of Kenya spanning an area of 1,500 square kilometer area, almost the same size as London. It forms the northernmost area of the Mara-Serengeti ecosystem that connects with the Serengeti across the border in Tanzania. The Masai Mara is bordered by a number of unfenced private conservancies operated by the Masaai people.
Renowned for its idyllic golden plains and open grasslands, the Masai Mara is dotted with beautiful acacia trees, craters, riverine forest and kopjes (small hills). Along with many small seasonal rivers, there are three major rivers known as the Talek, Sand and Mara Rivers that wildebeest herds must cross during the mid-year migration.
How Do You Get to Masai Mara National Reserve?
Masai Mara National Reserve is one of the most famous destinations throughout Africa and getting around Masai Mara is quite simple. The best way to reach there is by taking the Nairobi air safari to Masai Mara. You will depart from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport by a light aircraft for a one-hour flight to the Masai Mara and land at the most convenient area of the reserve’s nine airstrips. It is possible to plan your Nairobi air safaris to Masai Mara with a private guide and safari vehicle and then continue to explore other wildlife spots throughout Kenya.
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