In the extreme north of the Serengeti, close to the border with neighbouring Kenya, the Mara River slices through one of the most far-flung corners of Tanzania where rolling green hills dotted with acacia trees open into wide, grassy savannahs. This is where the great wildebeest migration meets its biggest challenge at its peak between July and October each year - crossing the Mara, a river with some of the highest concentrations of crocodiles in Africa. It's also where you'll find Nimali Mara - a lodge literally on the edge of the action...
The magic of drifting above the Serengeti in a hot-air balloon
Indian elephants may spend up to 19 hours a day feeding and they can produce about 220 pounds of dung per day while wandering over an area that can cover up to 125 square miles. This helps to disperse germinating seeds.
They feed mainly on grasses, but large amounts of tree bark, roots, leaves and small stems are also eaten. Cultivated crops such as bananas, rice and sugarcane are favored foods as well.
Since they need to drink at least once a day, these elephants are always close to a source of fresh water.
The wonders of wild Africa's iconic wildlife
Lions are unique among cats in that the male can be easily distinguished from the female (lioness) because he possesses a mane of hair.
As in most cats, the eyes are adapted for seeing at night when they do a lot of hunting.
The claws can be retracted in sheaths to prevent them getting blunted when walking across the savannah, which they can do almost noiselessly on soft pads.
To the distinctive calls of a million migrating wildebeest
Vipers are a large family of snakes; the scientific name is Viperidae. They are found all over the world, with the exceptions of Antarctica, Australia, New Zealand, Madagascar, north of the Arctic Circle and island clusters such as Hawaii.
The family Viperidae includes adders, pit vipers (like rattlesnakes, cottonmouths and copperheads), the Gaboon viper, green vipers and horned vipers.
All vipers are venomous and have long, hinged fangs. "Generally more venomous vipers are in tropical areas, particularly South America and Africa," said Alan Savitzky, a professor of biological sciences at Utah State University specializing in the biology of snakes. Vipers found in colder, northern climates, such as the black or European adder have more moderate venom.
Raising a glass to the end of another fabulous day on safari
Vipers are a large family of snakes; the scientific name is Viperidae. They are found all over the world, with the exceptions of Antarctica, Australia, New Zealand, Madagascar, north of the Arctic Circle and island clusters such as Hawaii.
The family Viperidae includes adders, pit vipers (like rattlesnakes, cottonmouths and copperheads), the Gaboon viper, green vipers and horned vipers.
All vipers are venomous and have long, hinged fangs. "Generally more venomous vipers are in tropical areas, particularly South America and Africa," said Alan Savitzky, a professor of biological sciences at Utah State University specializing in the biology of snakes. Vipers found in colder, northern climates, such as the black or European adder have more moderate venom.
The rich aroma of local coffee brewed just for you
Vipers are a large family of snakes; the scientific name is Viperidae. They are found all over the world, with the exceptions of Antarctica, Australia, New Zealand, Madagascar, north of the Arctic Circle and island clusters such as Hawaii.
The family Viperidae includes adders, pit vipers (like rattlesnakes, cottonmouths and copperheads), the Gaboon viper, green vipers and horned vipers.
All vipers are venomous and have long, hinged fangs. "Generally more venomous vipers are in tropical areas, particularly South America and Africa," said Alan Savitzky, a professor of biological sciences at Utah State University specializing in the biology of snakes. Vipers found in colder, northern climates, such as the black or European adder have more moderate venom.
In the extreme north of the Serengeti, close to the border with neighbouring Kenya, the Mara River slices through alternating grassy savannah and rolling hills dotted with acacia trees. It's in this area that the Wildebeest migration meets its greatest challenge - crossing the Mara River.
Peaking between July and October each year, the battle for survival is at its Zenith. The enormous herds of wildebeest cross the Mara, staving off an attack from some of the largest crocodiles in Africa.
Tucked into the kopjes, Nimali Mara is a chameleon, blending effortlessly into its surroundings.An infinity pool set within the natural rock formations offers the perfect place to cool down during the heat of the day.
The eight tented suites and two honeymoon suites immerse guests seamlessly Into their environment. Private decks afford our guests with exceptional views out over the Serengeti. Enjoy a luxurious bath in view of the grassy plains Nimali Mara's interior design is a mix of slick and contemporary elements with more earthy textures and fabrics and styling elements.
Nimali Mara's main activities are morning and afternoon game drives as this is the area where guests are able to witness ‘ the crossings’ of the Wildebeest Migration across the Mara River. This area is also well known for its elephants and predators. A hot-air balloon flight over the northern plains and the Mara River is also highly recommended.
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Nimali Mara is a four-hour game drive from Nimali Serengeti.
S 01° 42 09.2’ / E 034° 54 42.5’
