My Life-Changing Safari Experience in the Maasai Mara in Kenya

What does it feel like to be just feet away from a lioness? Or to fall asleep to the sound of hippos just outside your tent? In this episode, I share the raw, beautiful, and surprising moments from my recent safari in Kenya.This trip gave me the chance to connect with people, wildlife, and the land in ways I never expected. We visited a small village where the community welcomed us with open arms and hearts. They gave us food, shared stories, and taught us about real generosity. I talk about bringing coloring books for the children and how something that felt so simple became something so meaningful. Then came the safari itself. On our very first drive, we came across a lioness resting in the road. Over the next few days, we watched wildlife in their natural habitat—elephants walking in herds, zebras crossing in front of us, giraffes munching quietly, and even a pride of lions mid-meal. There were also surprises—a zebra that seemed to be performing just for us, and the ever-present sounds of the wild at night: lions roaring, monkeys calling, and hippos grunting just beyond our tents. I also share what it’s really like to stay in a luxury tent in the Mara during the rainy season, what I packed, and how this experience shifted something in me.If you've ever dreamed of going on safari—or just want to hear what it's really like to live this adventure—this episode is for you. Listen in and imagine yourself there, too.TOPICS DISCUSSED:Visiting and giving back to a local Kenyan villageThe generosity and kindness of the people we metThe full safari experience: from the first lion sighting to the last driveAnimals spotted: lions, zebras, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, flamingos, and moreThe feeling of being close to wildlife in their own environmentStaying in luxury tents and listening to the wild at nightHow I packed and what I learned about traveling during the rainy seasonThe difference between tourist performances and true cultural experiencesRESOURCES MENTIONED:SkyIn Travel Company: https://liveskyin.comLuxury Travel with a Cultural Soul with Skyler MasonBEST MOMENTS:"The warmth and hospitality of the Maasai people left a lasting impression on me.""Learning about the individual stories of the orphaned elephants was both heartbreaking and inspiring.""This trip reminded me of the profound connections we can make when we step out of our comfort zones." "They don't have a lot, but what they have, they chose to share."CONTACT THE HOSTWebsite |  www.thereikihealingcoach.com Instagram | @sophia_i_got_igInstagram | @createlifeyourwayFacebook | www.facebook.com/sophia.e.754LinkedIn | Sophia Elcock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.