Here's a brief guide to Kenya's major National Parks and Reserves.
Located to the south of Nairobi, and bordering Tanzania, the Masai Mara forms part of the huge Serengeti eco-system. The Mara spreads over 1510 square km of rolling plains, sudden rocky outcrops and green winding rivers.
Not only is the Mara blessed with this stunning landscape, but also its animal diversity is one of the greatest in Africa. Surrounded by the grazing lands of the Masai people, the Mara is a sanctuary for all of the “Big Five” animals: lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard. The sweet grasses and abundant water ensure a full compliment of plains game such as the impala and Thompsons gazelle. The deep river pools provide homes for hippo and crocodiles.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 – Depart Hemingways at approximately 7am for the 20 minute drive to the airfield for the 2 hour flight to the Masai Mara. Met on arrival at the airstrip and game drive enroute to your camp or lodge. Lunch at the camp/lodge before a siesta and then an afternoon/early evening game drive. Dinner and overnight at the camp/lodge.
Day 2 – An early morning start for wildlife viewing before returning to the camp/lodge for breakfast. Then head out with a picnic lunch for a full day of game driving, only returning to the camp/lodge late in the afternoon. Or, if you prefer, do two, shorter game drives with lunch and a siesta time at the camp/lodge. Dinner and overnight at the camp/lodge.
Day 3 – Early morning game drive followed by breakfast. Then take another game drive to catch the more diurnal creatures before lunch at the camp/lodge. Then head to the airstrip for the flight back to Malindi where you are met and returned to Hemingways Hotel.
