Masai Mara National Reserve, all inclusive packages from Nairobi

Masai Mara National Reserve (The Mara)

By far the most renowned Kenya National Reserve, Masai Mara is nestled in the heart of Kenya – an emblem of raw African beauty and untamed wilderness of rolling savannas. Masai Mara National Reserve stretches on a total land area of about 1500 square kilometers in the southern Kenya border where it is contagious with Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park.

Masai Mara National Park was first established as a wildlife Sanctuary in 1961, only covering an area of about 520 km2 but was later extended to the east in the same year. The new extension of the reserve saw its total land area extend to about 1,821 km2. It was then converted into a Game Reserve. Some areas were then returned to the local and in 1976, it was reduced to about 1,501 square Kilometers. The National Reserve derives its name from the local Massai word ‘‘Mara’’ meaning spotted. The scattered acacia trees, shrubs, and bushes in the region give the National Reserve its name.

This National Reserve is a primary wildlife watching destination in Kenya, boasting large numbers of lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, wildebeest, hyenas, zebras, giraffes and several other species. All the African Big Five animals can be spotted in Masai Mara during Kenya Safaris Wildlife Tours.

The sprawling savannahs, forests, and meandering rivers add to the astonishing beauty of the Mara making it a must visit location in Africa for unrivaled wildlife watching for Kenya Safaris. Masai Mara is one of the most celebrated Reserves in Africa for their remarkable diversity and astonishing landscapes. Experience Masai Mara one of Kenya’s and perhaps the world’s most renowned safari destinations and enjoy unbeatable wildlife experiences, cultural immersion and nature at its real state.

Besides hosting the African Big Five and other wildlife species, the Mara also hosts one of the most spectacular natural phenomena, the Great Wildebeest Migration. Annually, over 1.5 million wildebeests and their entourage (zebras and gazelle) migrate into the Reserve due to a long round trek of drier lands in Tanzania. The wildebeest migration is the second largest terrestrial mammal migration to ever occur on Earth (also dubbed ‘‘the greatest show on earth’’) and one of the seven world natural wonders. The migration is further spiced with the large predators that are attracted to prey on the migrating mammals – giving you a real experience of the untamed Africa, with opportunities to spot predators making a kill. Therefore explorer Mara with Car Rental and Safaris Africa

Masai Mara Reserve

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A Masai Mara Safari

If you are planning visiting Kenya for a Kenya safari holiday, then you should be thinking of going for a Safari in Masai Mara National Reserve as you planning with Car rental and Safaris. A Masai Mara Safari is like no other as it gives you thrills of wildlife watching in spectacular and astonishing environments that teem with incredible numbers of wildlife. No wonder many travelers from all over the world visit this Reserve every year to have their own (piece of the cake) experience in Kenya – spotting lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, giraffes, and many more wildlife species. A Masai Mara Safari guarantees excellent game viewing for Kenya Safaris.

Besides the large numbers of that freely roam the Reserve, the Kenya Masai Mara Safari also allow you to experience unbeatable birding and cultural experiences. Masai Mara is home to abundant bird life with up to 500 different bird species registered within the boundaries of this Reserve. For avid birders, there is a lot to spot in the reserve including; African Fish Eagle, Lilac-breasted Roller, Secretary Bird, Martial Eagle, Grey Crowned Crane, Superb Starling, Yellow-billed Stork, Marabou Stork, Crowned Plover (also known as Crowned Lapwing), and the Ostrich among others. You can enjoy Birding in Masai Mara National Reserve, spotting various birdlife soaring gracefully overhead or perched amidst grasslands.

Safaris in Masai Mara National Reserve also guarantee several exciting safari activities like hot air balloon rides, wildlife safari game drives, guided nature walks, Cultural visits to the nearby Masaai Villages, Horse riding, and bush meals & sundown. All these experiences will give you a perfect feel of the African bush whilst enjoying comfort in some of the classic Masai Mara Safari Accommodations.

Explore Masai Mara National Reserve and discover more than just wildlife watching but an ecosystem where every thing is seemingly woven into another to create a unique and thrilling environment that hosts incredible diversity.

Best time to Visit Masai Mara National Reserve

Generally Masai Mara National Reserve can be visited all year round however, the best month to visit this National Reserve are between Jully and October. Although several factors may influence when you should actually visit Masai Mara National Reserve, these months offer the best conditions for safaris in Masai Mara National Reserve.

The vegetation is less thick during these months and the routes are all passable to all wildlife hotspots within the park. The animals also usually congregate near water holes during these months giving you an opportunity to spot them in large numbers.

For bird lovers and photographers, this may not be the best time for you. Although wildlife viewing in these months is superb, the wet season bring in color and large numbers of migratory birdlife compared to the dry season. This makes it the best time for both photography and bird watching. Therefore we have a 3 days Masai Mara Safari as a tailor made package

Why You Must take a Safari Vacation in Kenya?

The Kenyan Experience

Amazing Game Viewing: View the Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros, and buffalo) and additional wildlife found only in Africa.
Walking safaris, hot-air balloon safaris, and cultural exchanges with the locals all qualify as rewarding experiences.
The Luxury of Time: Take advantage of being disconnected from the outside world in some of Africa’s most remote regions.
Enjoy Your Senses; sip sunset drinks while giraffes amble over the rosy horizon and indulge in fine African cuisine.
The finest itineraries incorporate Africa’s major destinations, according to Beyond the Wild.
Traveling with a Purpose: Every African safari contributes to deserving conservation and community development projects.