The Masai Mara Game reserve is situated in the south western region of Kenya. The area is known for its wide expansive wilderness that measures up t about 1510 square Kilometers of plains. The Masai Mara game reserve is bordered with the Serengeti National park of Tanzania. The Masai Mara has very unique wildlife due to the many years of good conservation efforts here. The area offers the best experience of the big cats with the area being the best location to see the leopard in Kenya. Some of the unique wildlife here include: Lions, Cheetah, Elephant, Rhino, African Buffalo, Wildebeest, Giraffe and Zebra.
This National game reserve is the most visited conservation area in Kenya. This is no wonder that is also on the list of the wonders of the world. One of the attractions that make this place marvel is the wildebeest migration that happens every year. The Masai tribe here is another marvel. This group of people is very unique in their ways of life. Their transition from this kind of life is another thing you out to look out for.
The people who live nearby gave the park its name. The word “spotted” in the work Mara alludes to the flat-topped acacia trees, shrubs, and bushes that are scattered throughout the reserve. Between July and September, nearly a million wildebeests and other species, including zebras and some cats, migrate from the Serengeti National Park to the Masai Mara, marking the beginning of the big migration. It’s amazing how they manage to get over and reach this place despite all the huddles, much like the seas teeming with crocodiles and numerous predators.
There are several activities that you can enjoy while in the Masai Mara game reserve. They include the game drives, nature walks cultural experiences, horseback riding, hot air balloon safari and bush meals. A flight from Nairobi to the Masai Mara will last about an hour but you can also access this game reserve by road which is about a 3 hours drive.
Photography in Masai Mara National Reserve.
Photography is one of the most sought after activities while on the Masai Mara Safari. This is because the Masai Mara National Reserve will take you through beautiful places and scenery. This safari gives you a unique opportunity to explore the great landscape and the best way to keep memories of these is by taking very nice pictures.
The Masai Mara National Reserve photography is not just about photos but also exploring the culture, food and tradition. The best time to do the photography is during the dry months of December to February and then July to September. It’s okay and possible to also do these tours during the wet months it’s just that you will have to take special caution.
Tips for the Masai Mara photography tour.
Leave time for Relaxation.
Stay in touch with Your Guide.
Stay healthy and safe.
Pack light clothes.
Book a tour guide.
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