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Places To Visit In Masai Mara
Balloon Safari
Experience Masai Mara from great heights, by opting for a balloon safari over the savannahs.
Watch deer, zebras and more while youÍre high up in a hot air balloon. This ride guarantees a stunning view of the Masai Mara Reserve as well as the beautiful sunrise. This is ideal for all those looking to try something different, instead of the usual jeep safaris that are available at pretty much every wildlife reserve area. The ride is followed by breakfast.
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Bush Camping
For an experience like no other, try bush camping in the reserve. Instead of living in a luxurious lodge or hotel, you will be camping in tents.
Live inside a tent, eat around the campfire, interact with other guests, watch elephants meandering around by the lake and have a peaceful, completely unique experience overall. This is what bush camping is all about. Any kind of stress that you may have will simply melt away after this. You can ask at your hotel for the most popular bush camping sites and then head over.
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Game Drives
Several lodges and hotels organise fun game drives for their guests. If youÍre visiting during the migration period, you will sure be in for a great time.
Game drives happen in four batches _ mornings, afternoons, night and all day. These drives enable you to view the animals from up close, making it a truly unforgettable experience for all. Night game drives are rare, as there is a slight risk factor involved. But they are also the most beautiful, as the sky is then velvety black and dotted with bright stars.
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Walking Safaris
These safaris are for those who want to make the most of the reserve by experiencing it on foot.
Safaris in jeeps and vehicles are great fun. But itÍs even more so to experience them while you walk. Take a walking safari across the reserve and get ready to view the tiniest details of the ecosystem. You might even come across tracks of animals, exotic birds and more. These walking safaris are of course, guided and these guides are well-trained and will give you all the information you may need.
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Horse Riding in Masai Mara
Horse Riding Safari in Masai Mara is an exciting way to explore the African wilderness and beautiful savannahs around the Masai Mara National Reserve. Best to take around sunrise or sunset; it gets the tourists up close and personal with herds of elephant, zebra, giraffe and gazelle. Each session lasts approximately 2 hours and includes breakfast on the plains.
Instructors often give beginners a short riding lesson before heading out into the African bush. The journey includes crossing the Mara river at a wildebeest crossing junction which migrates to the area around July to October. Nonetheless, game viewing is fantastic all year round, thanks to the diverse population and large, expansive landscapes. Horse-riding is permitted only around the surrounding area and not inside the central reserve, but it gives enough exposure to being one with nature and these animals. There are a maximum of 2 sessions each day, with one beginning at 7 AM and the other at 3 PM. The safari can be supplemented with nature walks, and hot-air balloon rides to cover the reserve from every possible angle.
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Mara River
Mara River flows through Narok County in southern Kenya to the Mara Region in northern Tanzania. It flows through Masai Mara and is popular for playing a major role in The Great Migration. Visit the area from July to September to witness the annual movement of millions of wildebeest, gazelles and impalas across the Masai Mara-Serengeti ecosystem.
Even during off-migration seasons, the Mara River is a grazing spot for animals in the Masai Mara Reserve and home to diverse wildlife, from hippos to elephants. There are few lodges and camps near the river, like Singita Mara River Camp and Acacia Migration Camp, and it is best to book your stay well in advance to avoid any last-minute hassles.
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Mara Triangle
Mara Triangle is a national reserve towards the southwestern end of Masai Mara National Reserve with riverine forests and beautiful grasslands. Separated from the rest of the reserve by Mara River, it has one of the highest densities of wildlife in the world and is a common spot for viewing the Big Five game animals, cheetahs and jackals.
Mara Triangle is one of the best spots to witness The Great Migration since it is the entry and exit point for crossing many herds of animals. Managed by the Mara Conservancy, there is permanent lodging within the area at either Mara Serena or Little Governors. It also has a launching point for hot-air balloons, with several public and private campsites located along the edge of the Triangle.
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Masai Village Tour
Maasai Village Tour or Boma Tour is a golden opportunity to get a glimpse into the culture and lifestyle of the Masai tribal group who live in southern Kenya in Masai Mara. The visit usually includes visiting a traditional Masai home, singing and dancing with the locals while learning about their daily life and exploring the handicrafts market where the locals sell their craft items.
Visitors are typically greeted by Masai warriors and welcomed by the community elders. They are often included in the famous ‘jumping dance’ circle, a rhythmic call and response singing performed by the members. In addition, guests can participate in Masai’s everyday tasks such as cattle grazing, milking the cows and cooking traditional meals such as Ugali on an open fire. The proceeds from the visit go directly to the community who use it for healthcare, education, etc. and the money from the handicraft sales is used by women to start self-help groups.
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