Kenya, Tanzania · Safari

6-Day Masai Mara Migration Safari with Mara River Crossings

6 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness the Great Annual Migration between the Serengeti and Mara
02 Photograph wildebeests and zebras at Mara River crossings
03 Look for lions, leopards, endangered black rhinos, and abundant birdlife
04 Spend multiple game drives in Masai Mara during peak migration season

Time your holiday to catch sight of the eighth wonder of the world - the Great Annual Migration in the Serengeti and Mara. Photograph wildebeests and zebras crossing the Mara River, along with the resident and migratory predators of the region, on this 6-day Masai Mara safari from Nairobi.

Wildebeests run a dangerous gambit trying to cross the Mara River as several hundred Nile crocodiles try to reduce their numbers.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara

Languages Danish, English, French, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Nairobi and Hotel Transfer

Meet at Nairobi airport and transfer to the Kenya Comfort Hotel.

Day 02

Fly to Masai Mara and First Game Drive

After breakfast, fly to Masai Mara Game Reserve. Stay at the mid-luxury camp on Talek.
Go for the first game drive after lunch. Spend the day photographing wildebeests and zebras crossing the Mara River, along with the resident and migratory predators of the region. Cross the Masai Mara plains and focus on lions, leopards, endangered black rhinos, and other wildlife species, including several hundred species of birds. The most dramatic and memorable safari experience will be observing 1.5 million wildebeest migrating between Kenya and Tanzania at the numerous wildlife crossings on the Mara River.

Day 03

Full Day at the Mara River Crossings

Spend the day photographing wildebeests and zebras crossing the Mara River. Head for the crossings, hoping to photograph the wildebeest as they gather by the thousands on the banks of the river. Wildebeests run a dangerous gambit trying to cross the Mara River as several hundred Nile crocodiles try to reduce their numbers. With the swift current, imminent stampedes, and deadly crocodile jaws, this creates a dramatic and unforgettable wildlife spectacle.

Day 04

Full-Day Game Drives and Transfer East

Do full-day game drives and head east, transferring from the Ol Moran Camp.

Day 05

All-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara

Rise early for a quick breakfast and then hit the road. The all-day game drive will feature a box lunch and a chance to photograph the Mara.
After returning to camp late in the day, have a drink, appetizers, or a refreshing shower before sitting down for dinner, then enjoy a quiet conversation while listening to the sounds of Africa.

Day 06

Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

After an early morning game drive, it is time for lunch and a shower.
Fly to Nairobi and go to the airport to catch the return flight home.

Where this trip takes you

Mara River crossings, Masai Mara plains, Talek camp, Ol Moran Camp

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Nairobi 2 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation in double occupancy (a single supplement is $450).
All safari activities and transfers to and from the airports and hotels.
Airfare from Nairobi to the Masai Mara and return to Nairobi.
National park and game reserve fees.
Greeting on arrival at Nairobi airport and transportation to the hotel.
All meals, including dinner at The Carnivore Restaurant (or similar) in Nairobi on the final day.
Kenyan guide.

What's Not Included

International airfare and/or other transportation between home and Nairobi.
Kenya visa (previous years $50).
Travel insurance (recommended).
Personal purchases, including trinkets, liquors, bottled beverages, etc.
Gratuities (at your own discretion).
Pre- and post-safari tours, meals, or accommodation before or after the safari.

Know before you go

The Great Wildebeest Migration is a spectacular natural phenomenon that happens in Masai Mara Game Reserve. By July, the countless herds have amassed along the swollen Mara River - a final barrier before reaching the short, sweet grasses of the Masai Mara. Sometimes the crossing place they have chosen is shallow, allowing the majority of animals to pass safely. In other areas, the waters boil with drowning wildebeest and slashing crocodiles. Between July and October, the wildebeest reside in the Mara.

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