8-Day Great Migration Safari (Serengeti & Masai Mara)
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8-Day Great Migration Safari (Serengeti & Masai Mara) Overview
Ideal for: Travelers who want to witness the Great Migration in action.
Highlights:
- Follow the Great Migration in Serengeti and Masai Mara (Kenya).
- Witness dramatic river crossings full of crocodile action.
- Stay in luxury or mobile tented camps to be close to the migration routes.
- Cultural experience with the Maasai people.
📌 Best time to visit: July – September for river crossings.
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Safari Gateway
Arrive in Arusha, Tanzania, and settle into a comfortable lodge. Enjoy a welcome dinner with local flavors. Meet your guide for a briefing on your Great Migration adventure, preparing for the journey ahead through Serengeti and Masai Mara perfect for travelers chasing nature’s grandest spectacle.
Day 2: Arusha to Central Serengeti
Fly or drive to Serengeti National Park, arriving at a luxury tented camp or mobile camp in Central Serengeti. You will have game viewing on the way as you head from Ngorongoro Conservation Area to your accommodation in Central Serengeti
Day 3: Head to North Serengeti for River Crossing Thrills
You will leave your accommodation early in the morning and head to North Serengeti. Spend a full day tracking the Great Migration in northern Serengeti with a private game drive. Focus on the Mara River, witnessing dramatic crossings where wildebeest and zebras brave crocodile-infested waters. Enjoy a bush lunch, then return to your luxury or mobile camp for a gourmet dinner, the day’s adrenaline fueling stories under the savannah sky.
Day 4: Serengeti to Masai Mara
After a morning game drive in Serengeti, transfer to the Tanzania-Kenya border (via Isebania or a short flight from Seronera to Mara airstrip). Arrive at a luxury tented camp in Masai Mara National Reserve near the Mara River. Relax with a sundowner, the migration’s northward journey now in Kenya’s iconic plains, setting the stage for more wildlife action.
Day 5: Masai Mara's Migration Spectacle
Explore Masai Mara on a full-day private game drive, chasing the Great Migration’s mega herds over a million wildebeest and zebras. Watch for river crossings teeming with crocodile action along the Mara or Talek Rivers. Return to your luxury or mobile tented camp, strategically placed near the migration path, for a candlelit dinner, the sounds of the wild enhancing your immersive experience.
Day 6: Masai Mara's Maasai Cultural Connection
After a morning game drive tracking migration herds, visit a Maasai village for a cultural experience. Meet the Maasai people, learning about their traditions, dances, and coexistence with wildlife. Enjoy a bush lunch, then relax at your luxury camp with a sunset view, blending the day’s wildlife thrills with a deep cultural connection.
Day 7: Full Day Migration Experience at Masai Mara
Dedicate another full day to the Great Migration in Masai Mara, with a private game drive focusing on river crossings and predator-prey drama. Savor a picnic lunch near the action, capturing the chaos of wildebeest versus crocodiles. Return to your luxury or mobile camp for a final dinner, reflecting on the migration’s raw power under the African stars.
Day 8: Masai Mara to Nairobi
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Masai Mara, soaking in the migration’s last moments. Fly or drive back to Nairobi, arriving by afternoon for lunch at a local restaurant or your hotel. Depart with memories of dramatic river crossings, luxurious camps, and Maasai culture an epic Great Migration safari complete.
Price Included:
- Accommodation: Comfortable lodge in Arusha, luxury or mobile tented camps in Serengeti and Masai Mara near migration routes.
- Meals: All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) including bush picnics and camp dining.
- Transportation: Private safari vehicle with driver/guide, transfers (flight or road) between Serengeti and Masai Mara, return to Nairobi.
- Activities: Private game drives in Serengeti and Masai Mara, Maasai village visit.
- Guides: Expert safari rangers fluent in migration patterns.
- Fees: National park and reserve entry fees (Serengeti, Masai Mara).
- Beverages: Water during activities, welcome drink in Arusha.
Excluded:
- International Flights: Airfare to/from Tanzania/Kenya.
- Travel Insurance: Personal travel and medical insurance.
- Visas: Tanzanian and Kenyan visa fees (multi-entry may be required).
- Alcoholic Beverages: Wines, spirits, or drinks beyond water.
- Gratuities: Tips for guides, drivers, and camp staff.
- Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, additional activities, or shopping.
- Extra Activities: Hot air balloon safari, night drives (where permitted), or additional cultural tours.
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Top 10 FAQs About 8-Day Great Migration Safari
What makes this 8-day safari different from others?
This safari is specifically designed to follow the Great Migration across two countries, Tanzania and Kenya. It offers an in-depth experience of the migration’s most dramatic moments, including river crossings.
Which areas will we visit to see the migration?
You will spend time in both the northern Serengeti in Tanzania and the Maasai Mara in Kenya. This strategy gives you the best chance to see the massive herds and dramatic river crossings.
What are the river crossings, and will I see them?
River crossings are a key part of the Great Migration where millions of wildebeest and zebras brave crocodile-filled rivers. This safari is timed during peak river crossing season to maximize your chance of witnessing this incredible event.
What type of accommodation is used on this safari?
You will stay in luxury or mobile tented camps that are strategically located near the migration routes. This allows you to be in the heart of the action and enjoy an authentic safari experience.
Is a cultural experience with the Maasai people included?
Yes, this safari includes a special visit to a Maasai village. You will learn about their traditions and way of life, adding a unique cultural element to your wildlife adventure.
What is the best time of year to book this safari?
The best time to book is from July to September. This period is when the herds are typically in the northern Serengeti and Maasai Mara, making it the perfect time to witness the river crossings.
How do we travel between Tanzania and Kenya?
You will be transferred between Serengeti and the Maasai Mara either by a short flight or by road. Both options are efficient and designed to get you to the migration herds quickly.
What is included in the price of this safari?
The price covers all your accommodation, meals, and private game drives in both countries. It also includes all park fees, transfers, and the services of expert safari guides.
What should I pack for this two-country safari?
Pack lightweight, neutral-colored clothing and a warm jacket for cool mornings. Don’t forget essentials like a camera with a good zoom lens and binoculars to get a closer look at the action.
Why is this safari ideal for travelers like you?
It’s perfect for anyone who wants to witness one of the world’s greatest natural spectacles up close. This safari combines thrilling wildlife viewing with comfortable, immersive camping and a unique cultural experience.
