Masai Mara

The very word brings to mind images of vast African plains, and with it, the seemingly countless number of wild animals that inhabit them. The Masai Mara literally translates into “spotted” land of the Masai people in the Masai language. Mara (spotted) refers to clumps of trees and bushes that dot the plains, which form a continuous part of the Serengeti National Park.

At the outset, let me state that I have not had the opportunity and privilege to witness some of nature’s most magnificent creations. The pictures uploaded are courtesy of Mr Sunil Gauri, well known builder of Kalwa and avid birdwatcher, who kindly consented to pictures from his trip to Kenya being uploaded on this blogspot. He says, “It is an experience of a life time. Anyone who has seen the plains can never forget the sight of wild animals in close proximity especially prides of lions, elephants and the spectacle of thousands and thousands of migrating wildebeests, zebras and other animals, moving together in the Great Migration.

“The entire region has a high density of animals and vast herds of hippopotamus, giraffe, big cats (lions, leopards, cheetahs) as well as hyena, and smaller antelope are very common. We also spotted vultures, lilac-breasted rollers, ostriches, guinea fowl and doves”.

Until one actually makes the trip, one can always enjoy the pictures.