The Mara was unlike anything I've seen before-- there's wildlife to be seen around bend. Wildebeests, zebras, elephants, giraffes, gazelles-- all coexisting together on a breath-taking landscape. Across the plain you'd discover a pride of lions scanning the horizon for any potential threats, or a cheetah sitting upon a mound with her cub searching for their next prey. You can see first hand the most primitive form of survival: eat or be eaten-- humans can be so removed from that notion!
We also had the chance to interact with some Maasai people-- they are mostly pastoralists with very strong traditions and culture. The garments they wear are called shukas; I managed to pick one up during our trip!
Unfortunately, on our last game drive in the Mara, which was to the Mara River, there were 4 casualties! The culprit for this massacre is still unknown, but I did manage to upchuck next to this cheetah! *cue the music: Circle of Life*
Me walking back form a less than thrilling experience behind the mound...
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