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26/08/2024

Today's collection is magnificent 👌. Maasai Mara is a den of good sightings and best sunset 🌇

12/03/2024

THE SLEEPING WARRIOR

It's a hill located in the Great Rift Valley, Gilgil in Kenya overlooking Lake Elementaita ( one of the great Rift valley Lakes famous for pelicans, flamingos and bird watching in general).

The hill resembles a man lying on his back hence the name "The Sleeping Warrior'.

Bird watching packages to Lake Elementaita, Lake Nakuru , Lake Bogoria, Lake Naivaaha and hill climbing ( the sleeping warrior) are available.

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01/10/2022

Flmingoes and pelicans on on Lake Nakuru

01/10/2022

Breathtaking beauties, white rhinos of Lake Nakuru

10/07/2022

A journey of a lifetime is here in Maasai Mara again.... It's where the brave takes the fortune.

09/07/2022

It's that time of the year to experience the 7th wonder of the world, thousands of beast crossing the Sand river today and the plains are all painted black and white
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03/06/2022

So what is the best time to visit Masai Mara to see the Migration ?

Based on decades of experience, we would choose mid July to late August as the best time to see the migration, keeping in mind it is a gradual event that takes places over several weeks at different locations along the Serengeti Masai Mara border. If we were to narrow it down further to what month is the best to see the migration we would probably pick August.

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12/05/2022

3 DAYS MASAI MARA SAFARI

Enjoy a thrilling 3 days Masai Mara Safari tour starting and ending in Nairobi and using quality mid range safari lodges or tented camps, typically located inside or close to the main Maasai Mara National reserve. This 2 night, 3 day tour includes road transport from Nairobi with upto four private Safari game drives inside the reserve. The trip may also include extra options such as a visit to a Maasai village. Full day game drives can be had at no extra charge for the second day of the itinerary in Masai Mara.

The typical Safari Itinerary is listed below. Note that prices vary depending on the month or season of travel, with July to October being peak season while April to mid June is low season.

2 Nights Masai Mara

Itinerary
Day 01: Start of your Safari from Nairobi
Your Driver-Guide reports to your hotel for start of the safari to Masai Mara with a 7.30am to 8am departure for a picturesque drive descending the Great Rift Valley and onwards to Maasai Mara, Kenya's famous game reserve. ( Drive time 5.5 hours). You will be in a private safari vehicle. Stop for some time at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint on the way, to enjoy the amazing views of the largest Valley in the world, said to be visible from outer space. Arrive at Masai Mara for lunch at your lodge or camp. The afternoon game drive at 3.30pm allows spotting of the magnificent wildlife in the park ranging from the Big Cats such as Lion, Leopard & Cheetah to Rhino, Elephant and Wildebeest. Return to your lodge by 6.30pm.
Dinner and overnight at Keekorok Lodge [ Option of Sarova Mara Camp or Mara Leisure Camp similar, in case of unavailability ].


Day 02: Enjoy Full day in Masai Mara
You will be taken on two safari game drives today, one in the morning from 6.15am to 9am, followed by breakfast and the other in the late afternoon after lunch from 3.30pm to 6.30pm. The wildlife is usually more active during these times of the day. As your Masai Mara safari is private, your gamedrive timings will be flexible, useful if you are travelling with children, or are on a honeymoon. You may also choose to have a full day game drive [ one for the whole day] with a packed picnic lunch at no extra cost. Return in the evening for dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Dinner and overnight at Keekorok Lodge [ Option of Sarova Mara Camp or Mara Leisure Camp similar, in case of unavailability ].


Day 03: Return to Nairobi
At the break of dawn you embark on your concluding safari game drive in Masai Mara, followed by a relaxed breakfast back at the camp/lodge, followed by an onward departure back to Nairobi by road. Arrive Nairobi by early afternoon [typically by 2.30pm]. Drop off at your hotel or free onward transfer to the airport for your flight home.

11/05/2022

CULTURALLY RICH

This is the land of the Maasai, regal overlords and striking custodians of an ancient culture. Translated into spotted land of the Maasai, interact daily with our staff, many of whom are from local communities. Or visit a traditional village and witness the daily rituals of the Maasai.

10/05/2022

Animals & Wildlife In Masai Mara

Simply put, the wildlife in Masai Mara is considered one of the finest collection of wild animals anywhere in the world. With literally close to 90 species of Mammals and many more Birds, Masai Mara and the surrounding Great Mara eco system is home to a rich, diverse collection of wildlife which tourists from the world come to see during an African Safari.

We have categorized the wildlife into a general Mammal list to include the famous Big Five ( Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Leopard and Buffalo ) and the Big Nine to additionally include the Cheetah, Giraffe, Hippo and Zebra. Notable Birds commonly found in Masai Mara

09/05/2022

09/05/2022

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08/05/2022

Wildlife Tours

An African wildlife tours are designed to let you get up close and personal with some of the world’s most incredible species. Nothing beats the thrill of being within a territory of some of the most dangerous and beautiful creatures that reside on planet earth, and we are here to help you do just that.

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Tour della fauna selvatica Un tour della fauna selvatica africana è progettato per farti conoscere da vicino e personalmente alcune delle specie più incredibili del mondo. Niente batte l'emozione di trovarsi all'interno di un territorio di alcune delle creature più pericolose e belle che risiedono sul pianeta terra, e noi siamo qui per aiutarti a fare proprio questo. Organizza con noi il tuo prossimo viaggio in Africa

Jungle Fauna Tour Se planea un tour de la fauna de la selva africana para conocer a su vecino y personalmente algunas de las especies más asombrosas del mundo. Nada supera la emoción de estar dentro del territorio de algunas de las criaturas más hermosas y peligrosas que residen en el planeta tierra, y estamos aquí para ayudarte a hacer precisamente eso. Planifica tu próximo viaje a África con nosotros

08/05/2022

Maasai cultural visit
Immerse yourself in authentic Maasai culture as you visit a traditional village, accompanied by an English-speaking guide who lives there himself.

Find yourself in the midst of the daily hustle and bustle of local life as you witness the daily rituals of the Maasai. Once you have drunk your fill of this authentic cultural experience, you can choose to browse through the Maasai Craft Centre and purchase artefacts made by the people you encountered. All proceeds from this go directly to the community.

Living a semi-nomadic lifestyle, the Maasai tribe has modernised in some ways but still adheres to many aspects of their traditional culture. Established as fierce warriors, their lively cultural dance, vibrant clothing and beautifully crafted handiwork are recognised worldwide.

The Maasai used to move nomadically with their herds to abundant lush pastures but these days they have built permanent huts or bomas and prefer to stay in once place. They are pastoralists and cattle is essential to their way of life. A man’s success is measured by the number of cattle and offspring he has. As great a status and show of wealth the cattle are, they are also a vital food source. This glimpse of authentic Maasai culture is a fascinating experience of an ancient way of life that still flourishes today.

02/05/2022

4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser Safari Jeeps

These safari jeeps are universally used by Tour operators in Kenya and by most camps and lodges in Masai Mara as they tend to perform best in all-weather and all-terrain conditions. These Land Cruiser vehicles optimally seat 6 passengers but can seat upto 8 adults with an extra seat included and with one person sitting beside the Driver. The cars have multiple game viewing roofs. Reliable, robust and spacious enough while also being marginally more comfortable than the only other option, the Tour Van / Minibus listed below. You may see more detailed information on hiring these safari vehicles in Kenya at this page. Note that these vehicles come in stretched and normal versions, with the latter seating only 4 to 5 passegers. The open- sided versions of these (see below) are used exclusively inside the parks due to not being fully suited for highway travel.

29/04/2022

Why Go on a Masai Mara Safari?

The Masai Mara National Reserve and its neighbouring conservancies form Kenya’s flagship conservation area and one of the top safari destinations in Africa. Its wide-open plains provide a sanctuary for an abundance of animals like elephant, buffalo, zebra, giraffe, hyena and the Mara’s famous big cats: lion, leopard and cheetah. And between about August and November every year, the Mara is a much-welcomed pit stop for unending masses of wildebeest that follow the rains on their death-defying, 2 900-kilometre (1 800-mile) circular journey.

Witness the wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara National Reserve

Thousands of visitors come to the Mara every year to enjoy some of the most authentic safari experiences in Africa. Here are a few reasons why we love a Masai Mara safari:

27/04/2022

THE MAJOR MIGRATING ANIMALS
Currently, an estimate of two million wildebeests participates in the migration. Hundreds of thousands of zebras and Thomson’s gazelles join them. Although lions and other carnivores do not migrate with the grazing animals, they feast on them when their paths cross.

27/04/2022

Safari means ‘journey’ in Swahili and it was in Kenya that the concept originated! Kenya is renowned for its wide-open reserves and golden beaches, but it is best known for some of the most dramatic wildlife viewing in Africa, including the great annual migration.

Witness the wildebeest thundering across the savanna during the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara, come eye-to-eye with an elephant in Amboseli, or marvel at one of the great lakes of the Rift Valley. Safari in the north in semi-arid parks like Samburu with its unique species such as reticulated giraffe and Somali ostrich. Don’t miss Lewa Conservancy, Africa’s most successful rhino sanctuary.

A trove of coastal treasures lies beyond the world-famous safari parks. You can snorkel and dive in fish-rich coral reefs, relax on pearly beaches, experience the melting pot of cultures and cuisines in Mombasa and Malindi and explore tropical islands steeped in Swahili history.

Kenya is also the traditional home of the Maasai (nomadic pastoral herders). Other ancient tribes, such as the Kikuyu and Samburu, retain their traditional customs, living in relative harmony with the natural world.

Kenya is the most popular safari country in Africa and cheese cake Safaris strive to offer a great choice of safari styles for ultimate enjoyment of the famous national parks and reserves. Options range from short fly-in safaris, private tailor-made safaris to group tours. One of our experienced specialists is looking forward to sharing this beautiful country with you.

21/04/2022

Safari means ‘journey' in Swahili and it was in Kenya that the concept originated! Kenya is renowned for its wide-open reserves and golden beaches, but it is best known for some of the most dramatic wildlife viewing in Africa, including the great annual migration.

Witness the wildebeest thundering across the savanna during the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara, come eye-to-eye with an elephant in Amboseli, or marvel at one of the great lakes of the Rift Valley. Safari in the north in semi-arid parks like Samburu with its unique species such as reticulated giraffe and Somali ostrich. Don’t miss Lewa Conservancy, Africa’s most successful rhino sanctuary.

A trove of coastal treasures lies beyond the world-famous safari parks. You can snorkel and dive in fish-rich coral reefs, relax on pearly beaches, experience the melting pot of cultures and cuisines in Mombasa and Malindi and explore tropical islands steeped in Swahili history.

Kenya is also the traditional home of the Maasai (nomadic pastoral herders). Other ancient tribes, such as the Kikuyu and Samburu, retain their traditional customs, living in relative harmony with the natural world.
Kenya is the most popular safari country in Africa and Predators Safaris strive to offer a great choice of safari styles for ultimate enjoyment of the famous national parks and reserves. Options range from short fly-in safaris, private tailor-made safaris to group tours. One of our experienced specialists is looking forward to sharing this beautiful country with you.

30/03/2022

So what is the best time to visit Masai Mara to see the Migration ?

Based on decades of experience, we would choose mid July to late August as the best time to see the migration, keeping in mind it is a gradual event that takes places over several weeks at different locations along the Serengeti Masai Mara border. If we were to narrow it down further to what month is the best to see the migration we would probably pick August.

30/03/2022

The great wildebeest migration is one of the most phenomenal natural spectacles in the world. It is an annual movement by millions of wildebeest, accompanied by large numbers of zebra, Grant’s gazelle, Thompson’s gazelle, elands and impalas across the greater Masai Mara-Serengeti ecosystem.

From July to September the Mara welcomes the Great Migration of thousands of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti in Tanzania to Masai Mara in Kenya. During the wildebeest migration, you will witness how the constant battle for survival makes the Migration Season a particularly exhilarating time to visit Basecamp Explorer Kenya.

29/03/2022

Tented Camps & Lodges In Masai Mara
Despite being in the wilderness, Masai Mara has some amazing hotels, specifically tented camps and lodges, built and established with great effort over the span of decades in what are essentially the remote wilds of Africa. Some of these luxury Tented Camps and Safari Lodges are international award winners. This page is a simple list of some of the more outstanding accommodation in Masai Mara in the Luxury, Mid Range and Budget categories.

We have created a basic list of selected properties below located inside the main Masai Mara National Reserve.

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26/03/2022

Discover the best of East Africa on this 10-day journey beginning in Nairobi, Kenya. Travel to some of Africa's most famous areas including the Masai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, where you'll take multiple game drives in search of the Big Five animals and more. Take in the enormity of Africa's largest lake and switch Africa's animals for people as you spend time with the Maasai people and learn about both their ancient traditions and more modern way of life from an elder.

21/03/2022

HOT AIR BALLOON SAFARI
The Balloon Safaris offer you the opportunity to capture the vast Masai Mara plains with a bird's eye view! The balloon safari takes place at the crack of dawn to ensure that you experience the full splendour of the spectacular sunrise. Anything and everything can be expected as the balloon takes off with the gas burners warming you up from the early morning chill. You could see lions hunting, elephants running off (scared by the burners), hyenas laughing and the birds of prey hanging out on the large indigenous African greenheart trees.

The balloon will float over the Mara River where hundreds of hippos lay-in and on the banks of the river, ignorant of the large basket floating by. It is a breathtaking experience that ends with a sumptuous champagne breakfast cooked in the savannah. It is also the best time to see the extension of the greater Mara into the Serengeti. During the great migration, guests can capture the wildebeests attempting to cross the Mara River from Serengeti into Masai Mara as crocodiles, lions, hyenas, jackals and vultures eagerly wait to have a good meal.

The hot air balloon safari is a once in a lifetime experience that will surpasses all expectations. The flight takes about one hour depending on wind conditions. The pilot will award a certificate to each guest in memory of this exhilarating adventure