Masai Mara, Kenya Travel Guide from India
Trip Overview
- Destination: Masai Mara, Kenya
- Travelers: From India
- Theme: Travel tips and recommendations
Planning Your Trip
- Flights: Book flights from Mumbai to Nairobi. Indigo flights are cheap.
- Vaccinations: Apply for the yellow fever vaccination after booking your flights. If you opt for Kings Institute Guindy, book your slots online and carry your passport.
- Visa: Apply for visas online; it's an easy process. The fee is about $50, and you'll get it within 48 working hours.
- Accommodation: Book your stay outside the park for budget-friendly options.
- Currency: Carry enough USD.
Masai Mara Experience
- Inside vs. Outside Park Stays: Those staying outside the park often travel longer distances within the park as they pack breakfast and lunch.
- Transportation: Opt for a car from Nairobi to Masai Mara for a budget trip, otherwise flights from Wilson Airport (Nairobi) to Mara are available.
- Best Time to Visit: Avoid the Mara during the migration (July-August-September) if you dislike crowds. June and November offer less crowding and pleasant weather.
- Accommodation Recommendation: Mara Duma Bush camp.
- Culture: A significant percentage (65%) of the resorts in Mara are owned by Indians.
Additional Information
- Read books about Kenya, the Masai, and wildlife to prepare for the trip. Consider "Imperial reckoning" by Caroline Elkins and works by Jonathan Scott.
Recommendations
- Wildlife Viewing: The Leopard Tale by Jonathan Scott is very informative, as is Serengeti Lions by George Schaller. Spotted Hyena by Hans Kruuk is also recommended.
Tips, Do's & Don'ts
- Pack a good amount of USD.
- Consider staying outside of the park for a budget-friendly trip.