If you’re heading to Maasai Mara in August, don’t miss the Great Migration river crossing, a Big Five game drive, a sunrise hot air balloon ride, and a stop at a Maasai village. August falls within the dry season, when migration herds are often seen across the Masai Mara ecosystem. That’s exactly why so many safari guides consider August one of the best months for a Masai Mara safari. The grass is short, water is scarce, and the animals end up gathering in the same spots. One of the best things to do in the Masai Mara this time of year is honestly just to park near a river and wait. The weather plays its part too. Mornings are cold enough in