Why is Masai Mara so expensive?


Why is Masai Mara so expensive? Prices tend to be higher during the Peak season which is normally when the Great wildebeest migration happens as this attracts large numbers of visitors to Masai Mara making it more expensive to secure rooms due to the high demand. The Peak season runs from July to October.


Do I need malaria pills in Kenya?

Malaria is a risk in Kenya. Fill your malaria prescription before you leave and take enough with you for the entire length of your trip. Follow your doctor's instructions for taking the pills; some need to be started before you leave.


Are the Maasai friendly?

Most Masai are very friendly and take immense pride in their dress and so will likely be happy to oblige. However, occasionally you may encounter an older member of the Masai community who will decline a photograph.


How long is the flight from Kenya to Masai Mara?

The favoured route for a Masai Mara fly-in safari is by flying from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL). From here it is a short (between 45 and 60 minutes) flight to the Mara.


Is Masai Mara worth the hype?

The short answer is yes. The Masai Mara Reserve has an abundance of resident wildlife all year round. It is not true that all the predators disappear once the huge herds of the migration move south toward the Serengeti in neighbouring Tanzania.


How safe is a safari in Masai Mara?

Wildlife viewing in the Masai Mara is generally very safe as long as you listen to the advice given by your guide. Incidents are extremely rare.


Which is better Serengeti or Masai Mara?

Ultimately, neither is better than the other. Both Serengeti and Masai Mara win the prize for the best safari in Africa. They are both amazing travel destinations and there are pros and cons to going on a wildlife safari in both. Masai Mara Safaris generally offer slightly more concentrated game viewing year-round.


Which is the best month to visit Masai Mara?

The long cool-dry season from July to October is considered by most to be the best time of year to visit Masai Mara but also costliest season too. The absence of rain means that the flora is less dense, so animals are easier to observe.


How many days are enough for Masai Mara?

At least, you should plan to spend 4 days 3 nights at the Masai Mara in order to view the good percentage of the variety of wildlife and scrivener in the park. The Masai Mara is a big place and 4 days would give you sufficient time to explore the most interesting parts of the park.


What is special about Masai Mara?

The Masai Mara features a stunning kaleidoscope of wild and rugged landscapes, warm and welcoming people and an exciting array of creatures – big and small. World famous for hosting the epic Great Migration, the Masai Mara welcomes 1,5 million wildebeests onto its sprawling savannahs each July through October.


What are the negatives of tourism in Masai Mara?

With nearly 200,000 visitors a year, vehicle pollution and erosion can be a problem. Another problem is created when tourists take pictures of the Masai without their permission, which invades their privacy and possibly annoys them. Few tourists stay with the tribe, so the Masai earn very little money from tourism.


How should I dress for Masai Mara trip?

Safari clothing (what to wear)
  1. Sun glasses.
  2. Comfortable trousers.
  3. Hats which can be bought at the masaai land.
  4. Flip flops.
  5. Cotton pajamas.
  6. Waterproof jackets.
  7. Good hiking shoes.
  8. Garden gloves.


Is Masai Mara one of the 7 Wonders of the World?

Masai Mara Ecosystem has been classified among the 'Seven Wonders of the World” due to the spectacular great migration when over 1 million wildebeests and more than hundred thousands of zebras cross the Mara River coming from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara in search of water and greener pastures.


Which is better Kruger or Masai Mara?

A safari isn't just about seeing incredible wildlife, it is also a cultural experience, and on this one, the Masai Mara wins hands down! The Masai Mara is named after the Maasai people who have lived throughout Kenya's Masai Mara and Tanzania's Serengeti regions for decades.


What is the rarest animal in Masai Mara?

Rhinoceros: The rhino is one of the most endangered species in Africa, having been hunted almost to extinction by poachers. To see one on safari is rare and heart-poundingly exciting. The Maasai Mara has a slowly increasing number of black rhinos, however the numbers are still around 30 individuals.


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