Visiting the Masai Mara National Reserve and specifically witnessing the great wildebeest migration is always on the bucket list of travellers looking for safaris in Africa.To have only ever heard about the spectacular move of wild animals from the Serengeti
National Park in Tanzania to the Mara in Kenya only raised my urge to witness what is documented as one of not only the Wonders of Africa but also the Wonders of the World.On your next safari to Kenya, you just need to grab that opportunity and experience this world wonder that involve millions of animals crossing the Mara River every year – a great wildlife spectacle in the whole world.
How to Get There
By Air
You can fly direct to Mara Ngerende Airstrip from various airports including Wilson Airport.
A Day in Masai Mara National Park
On arrival you will get treated to cool refreshments and a Masai Dance.
The transfer to the lodge involves a lot of sightseeing. You can easily see wild animals including hippos cooling themselves in the Mara River.
Game Drives
You cannot leave Masai Mara without enjoying a game drive through the park. On a game drive you will be accompanies by a knowledgeable local guide who is well versed with the flora and fauna of the park. The guide will show you the animals, explain to you their characteristics and lifestyle.
Animals to See in the Park
Within the Mara, it is a guarantee to see the Big Five. Look out for these animals while witnessing how nature works in the wild.
- Lions
- Rhinos: One of the other great spectacles of the park are the rhinos. The park has 19 black rhinos.
- Elephants
Within the park there is much to see even in little time!