The Original safari destination For all those fond of viewing animals in their natural habitat, an African safari is a must do. Years ago, I had travelled to South Africa but a visit to the smallish Pilanesberg game reserve was
Nairobi, the capital of Kenya
A city of contrasts, Nairobi with a population of over 10 million, is among Africa’s largest cities. It houses some very posh and wealthy neighbourhoods and also Africa’s largest slum. If you are well travelled, there is nothing great to
Masai Mara national reserve
Location and weather The most famous reserve in Kenya, Masai Mara national reserve, is located in Narok county, adjoining Serengeti national reserve of Tanzania. From Nairobi, it is about 5.5 hours away by road, and about 45 minutes by air.
Flying with Air Kenya
I chose the comfort of air travel to a potential backbreaking road journey! In Nairobi, I stayed at Weston hotel that is bang opposite Wilson airport. Though I could have walked across, the hotel offered a complementary drop and I
Masai Mara game drives
Day 1 I landed at the Keekorok airstrip around 12.30pm. The drive from the airstrip to the Sarova Mara camp was one of best transfers I have had over the years. It was a mini game drive. Giraffes, impalas/gazelle, wildebeest,