Wildebeest Migration Safari

8 days—A Front-Row Seat to the Great Wildebeest Migration

$4635-4868 USD

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Safari summary

This exclusive 8-day safari offers a front-row seat to the planet's most epic wildlife event: the Great Wildebeest Migration. Your journey begins in Nairobi, the bustling gateway to the wild, before heading to the legendary Maasai Mara in Kenya. Here, you'll witness the jaw-dropping spectacle of wildebeest and zebra herds converging for their perilous river crossing. The adventure continues across the border into Tanzania's Serengeti, where you will follow the herds across the vast plains, before concluding in the breathtaking, animal-rich caldera of the Ngorongoro Crater. This itinerary is a perfect blend of high-octane wildlife viewing and immersive natural beauty.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	January, February, July, August, September, October
	Countries	Kenya Tanzania
	Parks	Masai Mara Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Sightseeing | shopping | markets
Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Internal flights
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Arrival in Nairobi

Your safari adventure begins in Nairobi, a vibrant city where urban life meets the wild. Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel. This day is for you to acclimate and relax after your journey, preparing for the incredible days ahead. Take in the city's unique atmosphere and get a good night's rest before the excitement begins.

Ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands Hotel

From the Capital to the Maasai Mara

Masai Mara

Today, you'll travel from Nairobi to the famed Maasai Mara National Reserve. The scenic drive takes you through picturesque villages and past the awe-inspiring Great Rift Valley viewpoint, a natural marvel millions of years in the making. After a mid-day arrival and lunch at your lodge, you'll head out on your first thrilling game drive, getting your first taste of the Mara's abundant wildlife.

Sentrim Mara Lodge

Maasai Mara's Immense Plains

Masai Mara

Rise with the sun for a full-day exploration of the Maasai Mara. This reserve is an ecological powerhouse, home to the Big Five and the heart of the wildebeest migration. Your guide will take you to strategic viewing spots, including the Mara River, where the herds often gather for their dramatic crossing. The day is yours to witness the raw power and beauty of nature in its most spectacular form.

Sentrim Mara Lodge

Journey into the Serengeti

Serengeti

Today you transition from Kenya to Tanzania. After a final morning game drive in the Maasai Mara, you’ll drive to the Isebania border, where your guide will assist with immigration. On the Tanzanian side, a new guide will welcome you and your adventure continues into the vast and legendary Serengeti. The drive itself is a game-viewing opportunity, as wildlife appears from all directions.

Safari Haven Migration Camp

Tracking the Migration in Northern

The day is dedicated to tracking the migration in the northern Serengeti. With your expert guide, you'll follow the herds, searching for river crossing points and predator-prey interactions. The Serengeti's landscape changes as you move, offering different wildlife-viewing experiences. After a full day of thrilling sightings, you'll journey towards the central region for your overnight stay.

Safari Haven Serengeti Camp

A Morning in the Serengeti

Serengeti

Embrace an early morning game drive, a fantastic time to see predators returning from their hunts. After a bush coffee and breakfast, you'll continue exploring the plains of the Central Serengeti. As the day progresses, you'll begin your transfer out of the park and into the cool highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, your base for the next day's incredible adventure.

Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp