Kenya is one of the best safari destinations and the Maasai Mara safari is one of the best places to tour while in the country. One of Luxe Africa Safaris finest safari destination in Africa is the Maasai Mara National Reserve, which together with its neighboring conservancies serves as Kenya’s flagship conservation region.
Maasai Mara safari
Maasai Mara safaris gives you a chance to see numerous species, including elephant, buffalo, zebra, giraffe, hyena, and the Mara’s renowned big cats—lion, leopard, and cheetah—find refuge on its broad plains. And the Mara serves as a much-appreciated rest break for endless herds of wildebeest on their life-defying, 2,900-kilometer (1,800-mile) round migration between about August and November each year.
Thanks to its various landscapes, large open areas, moderate temperature, and diversified population of resident animals, the Maasai Mara safaris offers great year-round game watching. Safari heavyweights like lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo live in its champagne-colored savannahs, together with well-known animals like zebra, giraffe, hyena, eland, and gazelle. There aren’t many rhino sightings, but if you’re lucky, you could see one in the Mara Triangle.
The Maasai Mara safaris are famous for producing outstanding big cat sightings, including lion, leopard, and cheetah. The Maasai Mara safaris leads you to one of the greatest sites to watch cheetahs because of how well they have adapted to the area’s flat plains. They frequently try to get a good view from downed trees, termite mounds, and even game drives!
The Maasai Mara safari takes you to one of nature’s most spectacular displays from around August through November. Wildebeest are pouring into the region in such massive numbers that the herds can be seen from orbit!
Nearly two million wildebeest, zebra, and gazelles travel in a spectacular mass in a seasonal, yearly cycle that is influenced by rainfall. The wildebeest must undertake perilous river crossings while dodging gigantic crocodiles that are lying in wait in order to reach the Mara’s new grazing from Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park.
Combining exhilarating 4×4 game watching with Maasai-led nature walks and an unrivaled hot-air balloon ride may make for an unforgettable Maasai Mara safari. The Mara River provides the ideal flying paths, letting you to see below into the woodlands, float over vulture nests, and take in the early morning activities of rambunctious hippos. You’ll be served to a delectable bush brunch with champagne after landing on the plains.
During your Maasai Mara safaris you are also going to interact with the local communities. The Maasai are a semi-nomadic ethnic group that makes up the majority of Kenya and northern Tanzania. Travelers are familiar with them because of their unique traditions and garb.
Despite the fact that owning cattle still has a significant place in their culture, a growth in safari tourism has inspired many Maasai to train as professional safari guides and camp managers. You’ll have several opportunities to speak with Maasai guides and camp staff while on a Maasai Mara safari.
You’ll also get the option to visit nearby communities for an intriguing look at traditional Maasai culture, lifestyle, and traditions. Luxe Africa Safaris plans and conducts the best Maasai Mara safaris you can think of any time of the year.