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What makes the maasai mara world-famous? Contiguous with the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania ( See Blog, Iconic SNP ) lies the Maasai Mara Nature Reserve (MMNR) of Kenya, spanning approximately 1,500 square kilometres, and forming Kenya’s most-visited protected area. The MMNR supports the Great Migration along the Greater Serengeti-Mara Ecosystem (one of the Seven Wonders of Africa), and has been included in the UNESCO Tentative List for future nomination to the World Her

Simon Sinek taught the world to “Start With Why.” Too few people truly ask it. If more did, imagine the shifts: people leaving unfulfilling jobs, new businesses born, and a lot more happiness. For years I stayed in a job that drained me, tied down by obligations. I chased escape through hiking, fitness, and short bursts of adventure, fixes that never gave me a lasting why. Then I met Zizu , a friend who changed everything. Zizu’s why is simple and powerful, to build a climbin

Climbing Kilimanjaro is an incredible adventure, but one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to boost your success is surprisingly straightforward: Stay Hydrated! Hydration isn’t just about quenching your thirst, it’s about fueling your body, preventing altitude sickness, and giving yourself the best chance to reach the summit. Let’s explore why staying hydrated is so important, and how you can keep your body energized at every step. Why Is Hydration So Crucial? 1. Altitu

Water scarcity & climate pressures As you will have gathered through Blogs 5 and 6 , the Serengeti is rightly famous for its vast and seemingly untouched savannah plains. But beyond the golden grasslands, the wetlands and woodlands, form a lifeline that is extremely important for the biodiversity of the park. These habitats are essential for species such as the Vervet Monkey ( Chlorocebus pygerythrus ), Olive Baboon ( Papa anubis ) and Hippopotamuses ( Hippopotamus amphibiu