TRIP TO MASAI MARA
A Trip to Masai Mara – Maasai” refers to the people and “Masai” refers to the land. There is no “Maasai Mara” and when you’re in East Africa, you’ll soon see that all signs point to the “Masai Mara”. The next time you see someone (incorrectly) writing about the Maasai Mara or the Masai people, you can impart your local wisdom as an Africa fundi (our local slang for ‘expert’). And while we’re on the topic of reconnecting the magnificent Maasai with their ancient, most unforgettable land, it seems like the perfect time to share our Top 10 bucket list things to do in the Masai Mara.
THINGS TO DO ON YOUR TRIP TO MASAI MARA
- Experience the Masai Mara on twice-daily game drives
- Explore the open Savanna on foot
- Take to the skies in a hot air balloon
- Mingle with the Maasai on a community visit
- Take to the saddle on a horseback safari
- Witness the thundering hooves of the great migration
- Recreate your favorited scene from Out of Africa
- Celebrate the sunset with Maasai warriors
- Photograph lions in ‘Big Cat Diary’ territory
- Dust off your lens & perfect your photography skills
Mara North Conservancy is a beautiful private wilderness area of more than 30,000 hectares. It is a vital part of the Masai Mara ecosystem as it forms the north-western zone, bordering the Masai Mara National Reserve in the south of Kenya. Professional wildlife and tourism management ensures guests of a truly exclusive and private safari experience with a very low vehicle density. The Masai Mara is famous for its unique concentration of wildlife, birds, rich vegetation and open savannah.
The Masai Mara is a sanctuary for the soul, where the untamed beauty of Africa unfolds before your eyes. – Unknown
It has been classified among the “Seven Wonders of the World” due to the extraordinary annual migration (July – November) when over 1.3 million wildebeest and zebras cross from the Serengeti in search of greener pastures less famous, yet very impressive, is the Loita Hills migration, where thousands of local wildebeest come to the Mara North Conservancy (December to May). The conservancy is a partnership between conservationists, investors and over 800 Masai landowners. The aim is to create a best practice, world-class conservancy with long-term commitments to the environment, wildlife, and local communities. To form the conservancy Mara North leased land from individual Masai landowners. This marks the first time that these Masai landowners have received substantial and direct income from wildlife.
If you want to see big crocodiles waiting to hunt deers and other creatures or looking for lions and tigers attacking animals to feed, then no other destination than Masai Mara will be the best for you. Choose the right and affordable Masai Mara travel packages to explore the wonderful national reserve – situated within the Great Rift Valley in the southern part of Kenya.
After choosing the right Masai Mara travel packages, you will be able to explore the real wildlife that starts with the Big Five – Elephants, Lions, Leopards, Rhinos, Buffalo and different other animals that include zebras, antelope, gnus, Oribis, Hyenas, giraffes, warthogs, gazelles, hartebeests and different other animals, birds and reptiles. It is known as home to more than 400 different bird species.
In order to enjoy a wonderful time in the beautiful national park and the amazing national reserves, no other way can be better than choosing the right packages that are designed to make your tour memorable. Choose the right package of your choice and enjoy a wonderful time here.
Tafari Safaris Tours & Travel offers you affordable and attractive Masai Mara travel packages. Choose the best one and pack your bags to explore the real natural beauty. Contact us for more details. Email: [email protected] or Phone : +256700830807 | +256762524558
