Masai Mara game reserve stretches across 1,800 km2, making it the continent’s most prominent national reserve conservancy. The annual wildebeest migration takes place at this iconic destination. The word Mara refers to spotted land. The primary vegetation is the savannah grassland. Riparian forest, acacia woodland, rocky hills bestow the plains, swamps, tarchonanthus and croton scrub, and non-deciduous thickets. The thorn trees serve deliciously for the herbivores. Night safari allows visitors to spot nocturnal animals like lions, hyenas, and jackals. Hippos come out of the water as they are vulnerable to sunlight. Other abundant predators in the park are leopards and cheetahs. The crocodile, endangered black rhino, a large herd of elephants are also available
Masai Mara game reserve is also home to the big five. You will also encounter various kinds of gazelles and zebras on your walking safari. The reserve has over 500 bird species. The migratory birds also arrive from different areas from November to April. This is a birding paradise; make sure you come with a binocular. The grand activity is watching the spectacular event of the migration that takes place in the Mara River. You can also experience a hot air balloon Safari over the famous Maasailand. Expect many other tourists at the high season from June to October and December to March. Nonetheless, this is an all-year-round safari destination.
The cultural encounter with the Maasai is another amusement activity. Their unique long jump dancing and song performance is delightful. Masai Mara is the best place for a family safari. Couples in search of a romantic wildlife safari or honeymoon in Africa this is the ideal destination. There is an expansive range of accommodation for various budgets. Masai Mara serves nothing but the best bewildering memories.
