(CNN) -- Exploring Kenya's Masai Mara can satisfy that quest for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure within all of us, catering to our childhood dreams of seeing African wildlife up close and experiencing the magic of an unknown culture.
"If you are an adventurer at heart, love good food, want to experience a culture that will change your life, and love animals, you must visit the Masai Mara," iReporter Neal Piper said.
Kenya's most famous national park is rich with safari opportunities and provides a genuine, escapist vacation filled with breathtaking views and unique experiences. But visiting the Masai Mara is an intense adventure, one that requires extensive planning. Tourists should coordinate with a reliable safari company and pack accordingly.
Safari experts share their tips
"This is not a spur-of-the-moment, 'let's go over and rent a car' trip," iReporter Linda Lowenthal said. "There are a lot of security and health concerns, and careful advance planning is critical, especially for first-timers."
The planning is well worth the memorable time you're sure to have in Kenya.
"It's been one of the only trips where work and home life have completely been absent from my mind," Brandon Harris said.
People don’t take trips – trips take people.
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