3-Day Wildebeest Migration Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi-Maasai Mara, Arrival and first game drive

Your journey begins with a morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or airport, where you'll begin the scenic drive to Masai Mara (approximately 5-6 hours). Along the way, you’ll pass through the stunning Great Rift Valley, where you'll stop to admire the dramatic landscapes and take a few photos. Upon arrival in Masai Mara, check in at your lodge or camp, enjoy a delicious lunch, and get ready for your first taste of the Wildebeest Migration.
In the afternoon, you'll set off on your first game drive to explore the reserve. As you venture into the Mara’s vast plains, you’ll have the chance to witness the migration in full swing thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles moving across the savannah, with predators like lions, cheetahs, and crocodiles lurking nearby. If you're lucky, you may witness the thrilling and dramatic Mara River crossings where the herds must brave swift waters and hungry predators to reach the other side. Return to your lodge for a restful evening and dinner.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Elangata Olerai Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Migration Safari – River Crossings and Predator Action

Get ready for a full day of wildlife excitement! After an early breakfast, head out for a full-day game drive dedicated to tracking the migrating herds. During the Great Migration season (typically from July to October), the Mara River is the focal point of dramatic action. Watch as the vast herds of wildebeest and zebras attempt to cross the river, often facing peril from crocodiles and other predators.
Beyond the river crossings, the game drive will also offer plenty of opportunities to spot the Big Cats lions, leopards, and cheetahs who follow the herds closely, taking advantage of the plentiful food supply. You’ll also encounter elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and a wide variety of antelope. The rich birdlife in the Mara is an added bonus, so don't forget your binoculars! Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve, surrounded by nature, before continuing the game drive in the afternoon. Return to your lodge for dinner and a restful night.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Elangata Olerai Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Final Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

On your last day in the Mara, rise early for one final morning game drive. This is your last chance to see the migration at sunrise when the animals are most active. Depending on the timing of your visit, you may be able to witness another river crossing or spot the migration’s more elusive predators as they stalk the herds.
After the game drive, return to your lodge for breakfast, check out, and begin your journey back to Nairobi. You’ll arrive by late afternoon, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your onward travel.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.