What is the great migration in Masai Mara?

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.

Has the migration started in Masai Mara?

For the 2021 and 2022 seasons we recommend planning your travel for mid July as this is when the migration typically starts proper with the larger herds of wildebeest starting the move into Masai Mara. The migration takes place till end of August, before declining into mid September.

How many days do you need in Masai Mara?

How Many Days Do You Need in Masai Mara? To enjoy the full scope of the Maasai Mara, you need to spend a minimum of 4 days and 3 nights. That will allow you four game drives for the duration of the day and adequate time to rest. The first day is all about resting after a long drive from Nairobi.

What animals can I See in Masai Mara?

the African bush elephant and the smaller African forest elephant.

What’s the Masai Mara meaning?

What does Masai Mara mean: Masai Mara comes from the Masaai language Mara which means “Spotted” landscape with acacia and thorn bushes or dotted circled trees or scrubs or Savannah around the reserve. This can mostly be testified through hot air balloon safari in the reserve of Masai Mara

Is Masai Mara safe?

Masai Mara has always been safe, for some years now, I have never read of any travel advisory warning travelers to go to Mara. In general, almost all parts of Kenya are safe, apart from the northern part bordering Somalia border, which is thousands of kms away from the major attraction site..Enjoy Mara! R.