The jewel in Africas crown, Masai Mara is host to the most spectacular array of wildlife. Her 320 square kilometers of open savannah, woodlands and tree- lined rivers creates an ecosystem which supports huge numbers of birds and mammal species. The western border of the park is the spectacular Oloololo Escarpment, Oloololo meaning zigzag in the Masai language, and together with the acacia – beautifully trimmed by the elegant long necked giraffe, dotted plains, creates scenery of stunning beauty.

Lions are found in abundance throughout the park, as are elephants, giraffes, a variety of gazelle species and zebra. Cheetah and leopard are also regularly seen and if lucky, you may also find rhino.

Game viewing is never dull in the Mara and patience is often rewarded with unique sightings: a pride of lion stalking their prey; a solitary leopard retrieving its kill from the high branches of an acacia tree; a male wildebeest sparring to attract females into their harem; or even a herd of elephant protecting their young from opportunistic predators.

In the Mara, game is neither harassed nor disturbed by human movement. Which makes game viewing that much more pleasurable and less rushed.

The annual wildebeest migration traditionally is present in the Mara from July – September and at this time natures dramas unfold before your very eyes at every turn.

As well as wildlife, the Masai Mara is also home to many members of the colourful Masai tribe who may be seen around the borders of the park – morans (warriors) loping across the plains, young boys herding goats or elders grouped under a tree dicussing matters of the day.

Among the many lodges & camps offering accommodation in the Mara is the luxurious OLONANA TENTED CAMP, built on banks of the Mara river