Great Migration Wildebeest Crossing

Great Migration Safari

Witness nature's most spectacular event - over 2 million animals in constant motion

5 Days / 4 Nights
2-8 People
Peak Season

The Greatest Wildlife Show on Earth

Experience the Great Migration, one of the world's most incredible natural phenomena. From July to October, witness over 2 million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles cross the treacherous Mara River in their eternal search for fresh grazing. This safari is timed perfectly to position you at the best crossing points during peak migration activity.

Wildebeest river crossingPredators during migration

Migration Timeline

July - August

Peak river crossing season. Massive herds arrive at the Mara River. Daily crossings with high drama and predator activity.

September - October

Continued crossings and excellent game viewing. Herds spread across the Mara, creating numerous wildlife encounters.

5-Day Detailed Itinerary

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Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara

7:00 AM - 12:00 PM255km drive

Early morning departure from Nairobi. Drive through the Great Rift Valley with scenic stops. Arrive at your luxury tented camp overlooking the Mara River. After lunch and settling in, evening game drive to locate migration herds and scout crossing points.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp
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Day 2: Full Day Migration Viewing

6:00 AM - 6:00 PMMara River Area

Full day dedicated to following the migration. Early morning position at prime crossing points. Witness the drama as thousands of wildebeest and zebras brave crocodile-infested waters. Picnic lunch by the river. Afternoon game drive focusing on predators following the herds.

Meals: All meals | Highlights: River crossings, predator action
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Day 3: Migration Patterns & Predators

6:00 AM - 6:00 PMCentral Mara Plains

Explore different areas of the Mara to understand migration patterns. Visit various crossing points and witness different herd behaviors. Focus on the incredible predator activity that follows the migration - lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas. Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise for aerial migration views.

Meals: All meals | Optional: Hot air balloon ($450)
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Day 4: Cultural Experience & Final Game Drive

8:00 AM - 6:00 PMMaasai Village & Mara

Morning visit to an authentic Maasai village to learn about traditional pastoralism and how the Maasai coexist with wildlife during migration season. Afternoon final game drive to witness more migration spectacles and capture final photos. Farewell dinner at camp with traditional entertainment.

Meals: All meals | Experience: Maasai cultural visit
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Day 5: Final Migration Viewing & Departure

6:00 AM - 3:00 PMReturn to Nairobi

Early morning final game drive to capture last-minute migration action. Late breakfast at camp. Depart for Nairobi with lunch en route. Arrive in Nairobi by late afternoon. Transfer to airport or hotel. End of unforgettable migration safari experience.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Departure: Nairobi 3:00 PM

What's Included

Accommodation & Meals

  • 4 nights luxury tented camp
  • All meals during safari
  • Premium beverages included
  • Airport transfers

Safari Experience

  • Migration specialist guide
  • 4WD safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • All park fees and conservancy fees
  • Cultural village visit

Amazing Migration Facts

2+ million animals participate in the migration

500,000 calves are born during the migration

40km/day average distance traveled by herds

3,000+ lions follow the migration

1,800km total migration circuit distance

Ancient instinct - migration is over 1 million years old

Duration:5 Days / 4 Nights
Group Size:2-8 People
Best Season:July - October
Difficulty:Easy

Migration Season

This safari is only available during migration season (July-October) when herds are in the Mara.

Book Early!

Limited availability during peak season