Arriving at Masai Mara “I don’t want to break the ice, but you will find a surprise waiting for you in Masai Mara.” The words of our safari guide echoed in my mind as the wheels of our single-propeller plane touched the airstrip in Masai Mara. Like many fellow travelers visiting in July, we were here for the Great Migration of wildebeest.  Stepping onto the rich red soil, we were greeted by our transfer driver—a young Masai clad in a vibrant red scarf adorned with tribal patt

On the Way to Amboseli National Park We departed from our hotel in Nairobi around 7:30 AM, aiming to beat the weekday traffic that often plagues the city. As we hit the highway to Amboseli, we were fortunate to find smooth sailing; the congestion was minimal. A clear sky with white clouds along the highway route to Amboseli National Park. As the bustling cityscape gradually faded into the distance, we were greeted by the charm of rural towns and villages. The scenery transfor