Kenya, Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Masai Mara Great Wildebeest Migration Camping Safari

4 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration at the Mara River on the Kenya-Tanzania border
  • 02 Explore Masai Mara, Kenya's finest wildlife sanctuary, home to over 450 species
  • 03 Enjoy full-day game drives across rich grasslands and rolling hills
  • 04 Spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and other iconic wildlife
  • 05 Choose optional experiences such as a hot air balloon safari or a Maasai village visit

Embark on a thrilling 4-day budget camping safari to witness the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara, Kenya. Explore Kenya's finest wildlife sanctuary, home to over 450 animal species, including lions, elephants, cheetahs, and other resident and migratory wildlife. Enjoy extensive game drives across rich grasslands and rolling hills, with the Mara River marking the border of Kenya and Tanzania. Optional experiences such as a hot air balloon safari and a visit to a Maasai village add even more depth to your adventure.

Embark on a thrilling 4-day budget camping safari to witness the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara, Kenya.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Drive from Nairobi to Masai Mara Game Reserve

Pick up from your hotel in the morning at 7:30 am and head west to Masai Mara Game Reserve. Enjoy lunch at the camp, followed by an afternoon game drive in Kenya's finest wildlife sanctuary. The reserve is home to over 450 animal species, including migratory wildlife. Resident wildlife can be spotted year-round, and the famous Maasai tribesmen live within the dispersal area of the game reserve. Dinner and overnight at the camp.

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Day 02

Full-Day Game Viewing in Masai Mara

After breakfast, enjoy a full day of game viewing across the rich, tree-studded grassland and rolling hills of Masai Mara. The reserve is renowned for its great herds of plains game, black-maned lions, leopards, cheetahs, numerous elephants, and various other wildlife species found in Kenya. Lunch will be served in the park at the Mara River, on the border of Kenya and Tanzania, known for the yearly wildebeest migration. After lunch, continue your game drive as you explore different sections of the park. Return to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Optional adventure activities while in Masai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya:

  • Hot Air Balloon Safari at US$ 430 per person.
  • Visit a Maasai Village at US$ 25 per person.
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Day 03

Morning Game Drive and Optional Maasai Activities

Leave the camp after breakfast for a morning game drive in Masai Mara. In the afternoon, you can visit Maasai villages or go on a nature walk with Maasai guides. Return to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

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Day 04

Pre-Breakfast Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Enjoy a pre-breakfast game drive, return for a late breakfast, and then leave the camp to proceed to Nairobi with lunch en route. The tour ends in Nairobi in the afternoon with sweet memories.

Mara River, Masai Mara grasslands, Nairobi, Kenya

Where this trip takes you

Mara River, Masai Mara grasslands, Nairobi, Kenya

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 2 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport based on our customized seven-seater safari vehicle with specially modified suspension, full-length photographic roof hatches, and seats designed with seat belts. All clients are guaranteed a comfortable ride.
  • All game park entrance fees are included in the package.
  • Camping fees are covered for the duration of the safari.
  • Enjoy full-board accommodation in a semi-luxury, large, spacious tent, with all en-suite bathrooms equipped with hot and cold showers and flush toilets.
  • Experience unlimited game drives to explore the wildlife and natural beauty of the reserves.
  • Three delicious meals a day will be provided while on safari.
  • Our professional driver-guide will accompany you and is knowledgeable about the area and its wildlife.
  • Stay hydrated with mineral water provided during the safari.

What's Not Included

  • Visa/personal taxes
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • International flights
  • Driver-guide tip
  • Telephone

What to bring

  • Camera
  • Binoculars
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Flashlight
  • Warm clothes for evening weather

Know before you go

Important things to know before you go to Masai Mara:

  • Meeting the locals:

    • Maasai people are a noble tribe who speak the Maa language.
    • Respect their culture and traditions when interacting with them.
    • Admire their distinctive red robes and spears.
  • What to pack:

    • Torch, comfortable footwear, camera, and weather-appropriate clothing.
    • An extra layer for cold weather or mosquito protection.
    • Sunscreen, sunglasses, and mosquito or insect repellent.
    • Hand sanitizer, wet wipes, and basic medicine such as Band-Aids and painkillers.
  • How to get there:

    • Driving from Nairobi is an option (280 km).
    • Flights offer a quick, comfortable, and scenic experience.
    • Book flights online in advance.
    • Tour vans or 4x4 off-road vehicles are ideal for exploring the terrain.
  • Animals to spot:

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Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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