Masai Mara has been the greatest show on earth. A company of
three millions animals migrating over a year, every year, for
the past two millions years. Keekorok Lodge is Masai Mara's
first lodge, and it has retained its charm and hospitality throughout
the years.At the height of migration, Keekorok lodge is surrounded
by a swarming mass of animals, and there is hardly any need
to go on a game drive.
At the southern end of 1,510 sq km Mara paradise, and right
in the path of the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra,
lies Keekorok Lodge. There is always plenty of activity around
the waterhole but during the migration, the lodge is enveloped
by the swarming mass of animals.
One need hardly venture from
ground to game view. From the verandah and from Kiboko Bar,
there is plenty to see. One unfortunate zebra met its end right
in front of the dinning room, providing supper for a pride of
hungry lions, and 'live' entertainment for enthralled guests
at Keekorok.
Accommodation
at Keekorok Lodge is in bungalows, single story blocks, and
in comfortable shaded chalets. The liberal use of cedar wood,
pink and gray sand river stone, and other indigenous building
materials offset the green lawns and colorful bougainvillea.
After a day in the fresh air, the excitement of game spotting,
a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, and the ritual of sundowners
by the roaring log fire in the lounge heralds an evening full
of traditional Maasai dancing, cultural or wildlife lectures
and videos with yet another of those remarkable Keekorok dinners.
