The Maasai Mara is named after the Maasai people and the Mara River. It is one of Africa’s most famous wildlife reserves, known for the Great Migration and its high density of predators. The reserve was established in 1961 and is part of the larger Serengeti ecosystem. The Maasai people have lived here for centuries, coexisting with wildlife and preserving their pastoralist lifestyle. The Mara River is a key crossing point for the Great Migration, attracting millions of wildebeests and zebras annually. Today, the Maasai Mara is a symbol of Kenya’s wildlife conservation efforts and a top destination for safaris.