5 Top Places To Visit In Narok County
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Keyaa toi Ikanaabo! That is how you say ‘What’s Up People!’ in Maasai. Narok County is the home of the Maasai People of Kenya – The famous indigenous tribe of Kenya. Narok County is simply stunning. It is endowed with striking sceneries, biodiversity and a picturesque landscape.
The vast pieces of land give the Countryside aura and if you are looking for fresh country air, then Come Travel Kenya Limited has lined up 5 places you can visit in Narok County. Let us begin with:
Mount Suswa Conservancy
I know we should have started with the Maasai Mara but Mount Suswa is a spectacular piece of creation. The double crater mountain is a must-go place in Narok County. Game drives, especially night drives on Suswa are the best. Suswa offers a variety of fauna and Flora, and the wildlife here is dense. Hiking on Mount Suswa is also beyond this world. Here are a few tips on how to enjoy Mount Suswa:
- Bring the right gear – boots, t-shirts, jungle pants, raincoats.
- Bring a camera and a telescope – you will see beautiful scenery. You will need to carry the memories home and see the details.
- A first aid kit – Many things happen during hiking. Rocks can be slippery. Better be safe
- Hiking is perfect when it is not raining – June through to October will be perfect for you.
- Carry a torch – Mount Suswa has caves that should be explored. Elephant caves are awesome.
- Camping Gear – if you are spontaneous, you may choose to camp for a night or two. This is a perfect place.
The Maasai Mara
The wildebeest migration is almost here. We have a few Months to October and this is the perfect time to start planning your Maasi Mara Safari, in Narok County. When you visit the Maasai Mara you will enjoy:
- Staying in luxurious lodges and the most scenic camping sites
- A plethora of wildlife especially during the migration period.
- A variety of indigenous flora
- Bird watching – we are talking about over 700 bird species
- Night game drives
- Air balloon safari – imagine gliding across the Mara watching the big five from an air balloon.
- Horseback wild safari
You can’t visit the Maasi Mara for a Day and you need a travel agency to help you plan your safari. Come Travel Kenya Limited is an expert in Maasai Mara Safaris.
Narok Museum
This is an explosion of culture and indigenous fusion. The Maasai are one of the few indigenous tribes of Kenya, which is doing everything to preserve their originality. You will get to interact with their:
- Ways of preparing the Maasai traditional cuisines
- Beadwork
- Rituals
- Cultural songs and dance
- Cultural dressing
- Arrow throwing
- Jumping
The Narok Museum offers amazing cultural experiences. However, you can have it better at…
Maji Moto Maasai Cultural Camp
This is a private cultural camp, led by Chief Selatun Ole Ntutu. He is a respected personality in the Maa culture and you will be thrilled to meet him in person. The cultural camp offers a variety of experiences including organised traditional dances, storytelling sessions, beadwork, and arrow throwing amongst other fun activities.
The camp is on top of a hill and going up the hill is equivalent to going on a quest. You will get true inspiration here. This cultural safari is worth it.
The Mara Savannah Maasai Market
Here, you will have an explosion of cultural exchange as well. You get to buy artistic souvenirs to take back home. The money you spend here supports families and goes back to the conservancy. you will have fun learning and you will get a chance to give back to society – quite a win.
As a bonus, I will suggest that you camp at
The Mara Triangle.
The Mara triangle is where the exotic experience of Masai Mara is stored. The scenery alone will knock the breath out of your lungs. An aerial view of the Mara Triangle has always been an exhilarating experience. Camp here and you will have a story to take back home.
In a nutshell, Narok County is the place to come and unwind. It is a breath of fresh air. It offers rest from the town chaos and gives you serenity and wild adventures that you will never forget. And I did not mention, the Mau Forest – this is the height of mystery and jungle experience in Narok County. So, what do say? Should arrange a trip to Narok County or you will wait for the Lush Kericho County Coming up?
