The  annual Maasai (Masai) Mara /Serengeti wildebeest migration is not about wildebeests migrating per se but rather its influence on the movement patterns of the other animals including human beings.  Picture a never ending milling of over 2.5 million wild animals composed of a about 1.7 million wildebeests, and 800,000 common gazelles and zebras with predators-lions, hyenas, leopards, jackals etc following closely.  In this picture add thousands of vultures providing air cover the to migrating animals, the goggling human traffic; the hazardous crossing of crocodile invested Mara and Grumeti rivers  and behold your magical wonder of nature.

 

Where are the Wildebeest? Maasai (Masai) Mara or Serengeti? The Migration Cycle:-

The wildebeest migration follows a clockwise direction dictated by the rain patterns in the Mara/Serengeti ecosystem.  The Migration has been going on for as long as our ancestors can remember and where it started is debatable.  The wildebeest migration cycle is clockwise.  If we take the calving period as the beginning of migration then we can say that migration starts in plains of  Eastern Serengeti around March.Continue

With an area of 1500 Km2, the Masai (Maasai) Mara reserve is an extension of Serengeti National Park of Northern Tanzania. The Masai (Maasai) Mara ecosystem has one of the richest assemblages of wildlife in the world and supports about 237 herbivores per km2 , making it one of the most productive natural terrestrial ecosystems. It maintains the greatest and most spectacular large mammal migration on earth and is the most highly visited tourist area in the East African region. The Masai Mara National Reserve came into being in 1961"

Game lodges also called safari lodges, tented camps, private houses and campsites are all found in Mara Game Reserve. The tented camps and safari lodges in Masai Mara fall under three categories- luxury, mid range and budget. While only 12 properties are inside the Mara reserve others are in the neighboring group ranches.   Does it matter where you spend the night while in Mara? Yes.  If you are interested night game drives and lots of local culture then you can stay in the group ranches.  Group ranches are privately run by the local people. However unplanned development coupled with large number of visitors threatens the very survival of the reserve.  Large numbers of visitors are associated with high degree of pollution in terms of noise, dust and changed animal behavior which can lead to extinction of venerable species like the cheetah which hunts only during the day.

 

The Rhino River Camp comprise of eight luxury cottages built out of caramel canvas, sustainable hardwood, on platforms above the gently flowing Kindani River.   It is located  in 80 acres of privately owned wilderness, offers a hance to connect with nature and to delight the senses in un spoilt bush and forest.  Each room has its own private ‘zen’ area where you can meditate, re-read your favorite novel, or simply unwind.

 

Rhino River Lodge has a swimming pool to dream of, a well-stocked bar and restaurant area, numerous nature trails for you to explore privately on foot or bike, and this will make your perfect hideout.

 

 

Meru National Park Lodges Accommodation, Hotels and safaris, Campsites Meru National Park: - A guide to accommodation- Lodges, hotels, guest houses, camping and campsite, Bandas in Meru National Park.  Hotels in Meru Town Kenya include, Meru Three Steers, West Wind Hotel, Blue Towers, White Star, Gatimene Springs, Mwangaza White House, Nevada, Royal Prince, Brown Rock, Bomen, Thiiri Centre and a multiplicity of Guest Houses. Accommodation in Meru National Park is provided by lodges- Leopard Rock, Elsa's Kopje, Meru Rhino River Lodge and Ikweta Safari Camp.

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Luxury Accommodation In Meru National Park is available at Rhino River Camp, Leopard Rock Lodge, Elsa's Kopje Lodge , Meru Mulika Lodge, Off Beat Campsite provide  luxury accommodation in the Park.  Luxury accommodation facilities rates vary between USD 300 per person to USD 600 PP per night.   

 

Ikweta Safari Camp is the only mid range facility providing full board services. Ikweta Safari Camp is located just two kilometres outside of Murera Gate.  Ikweta Safari Camp features Ten (10) spacious tents thatched in makuti and tastefully decorated in Safari-style and with high quality furniture including either twin or double beds. Excellent meals prepared from the freshest local produce. Large swimming pool and other amenities.

 

Budget Accommodation in Meru Nationa Park

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Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Meru National Park Safaris Meru National Park Park, Meru National Park Lodges   Meru Kenya Hotels,  Meru Game Park, Accommodation  Hotels :- Meru National Park is a destination of choice for nature lovers and adventurous alike.  It is a beutiufl paradise for Wildlife safaris and adventures,  sight seeing, camping and relaxation.   Also called Elsa's Country, Meru National Park is a complete wilderness off the beaten tracks.  It features a Rhino Rhino Sanctuary.  Accommodatin in the park is diverse with luxury, mid range and budget faciliities to cater for different categories of travellers. Luxury facilities include Leopard Rock Lodge,  Elsa's Kopje Lodge,  Rhino River Camp and Off Beat Camp.   Ikweta Safari Camp is mid range camp with 10 tents.  Budget facilities include self catering  KWS Bandas (Bwatherongi, Murera and Kinna).  Today  Security  is not an issue.   Enquire  from Meru tour operator/travel agent -R&N Xplorer Africa Safaris.

This exotic fly drive safari takes from Nairobi to the wilds of Meru National Park,  Samburu National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park and finally Masai (Maasai) Mara National Reserv .  The safari offers diverse experiences with close authentic encounters with wild animals in their natural habitats. You also have a chance to meet with the local people,the Meru and Boran ( in Meru National Park), the Samburu ( in Samburu Nature Reserve) and the Masai (in Masai Mara National Reserve).

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