3-Day The Famous Mara – Mid-Range

This offer offers a mid-range lodge or tented camp in and around the Maasai Mara National Reserve, meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), transport in a 4 x 4 safari car with a roof hatch for game viewing and services of a professional English speaking guide driver. It includes park fees, mineral water, and recorded game drives according to the schedule of the trip. While some of these packages may involve airport transfers, one should always consult with the tour operator to be certain.

Wildlife is abundant in Maasai Mara, and you are likely to spot all the big five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros – in addition to cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles , and several species of antelopes. There are also other attractions to explore such as the Mara River where thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross over during the peak season between July and October. There are also many birds that can be found in the reserve for those who fancy bird-watching activities.

This is because the best time to visit Maasai Mara depends on what you want to see while on the reserve. The best time to visit the Mara is from July to October when millions of wildebeest and zebras migrate to the reserve from Serengeti. This is the best time for spotting big animals and groups of animals crossing the river. However, for fewer crowds and a good wildlife experience, one can visit the country during the months of January to March or November to December at comparatively cheaper rates.

Mid-range accommodation chiefly encompasses well-equipped tented camps or lodge where tourists have a medium comfort and real experience of the safari. Some of these features include; private bathrooms, convenient beds, and outstanding kitchenettes with good food. Most lodges and camps have also scenic views of the savannah where guests are able to capture wild life from their room. Some of the facilities provided at some of the camps include swimming pool, bar, lounge, and nature walks and tours.

In order to increase chances of viewing wildlife, there are several game drives that are done in the safari. The activities usually include an afternoon game drive on the day of arrival, a full day game drive on the next day and lastly a morning game drive before being depature on the last day. The full-day game drive comes accompanied with an early, huge breakfast and again an early lunch so as to enable a day long exploration of the extensive Maasai Mara countryside without having to check in the lodge.

When planning for your ideal African safari, you should pack lightly and slipper, wear natural colored clothes to avoid standing out among the wild animals. To pack, it is advisable to pack a warm jacket to wear in the morning and at night, comfortable shoes for walking, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunblock lotion. Some of the things that will improver the wildlife viewing include: binoculars and camera with back up batteries. Also, travelers should consider bringing along insect repellent, bathing and showering essentials, as well as essential medications. It is also recommended to have some money for tipping and buying some local gifts.