The Maasai Mara is a renowned wildlife reserve in southwestern Kenya, famous for its rich biodiversity and dramatic landscapes of savannah and acacia forests. It is part of the larger Serengeti ecosystem, shared with Tanzania. The Mara is especially known for the annual Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles cross the Mara River to find fresh grazing. It's also home to the "Big Five" (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino), making it a popular safari destination. The Maasai Mara is named after the Maasai people, who have lived in the region for centuries, and their culture is an integral part of the area’s identity.