THE GREAT MIGRATION
About This Tour
The Maasai Mara is a world-renowned wildlife destination offering some of the finest game viewing in Africa. Its vast grasslands, rolling hills and riverine forests provide a perfect habitat for large populations of wildlife. The reserve is famous for the annual migration of over one million wildebeest and hundreds of thousands of zebras and gazelles, especially between July and October, when animals cross the Mara and Talek Rivers in search of fresh grazing. The Mara is also one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five: Lion Leopard Elephant Buffalo Rhino Beyond wildlife, visitors experience the rich culture of the Maasai people through village visits, traditional dances and cultural interactions.
Tour Highlights
What's Included
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve
Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a stop at the viewpoint. Arrive at Maasai Mara for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive exploring the reserve in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 2: Full Day Maasai Mara Safari
Enjoy a full-day game drive across the Mara plains. Explore areas around the Mara River and search for the Big Five, cheetahs, leopards and abundant birdlife. Optional activities include a Maasai cultural visit or hot air balloon safari. Overnight at the lodge.
Day 3: Maasai Mara Exploration
Start with an early morning game drive followed by breakfast. Continue exploring different sections of the reserve, including scenic viewpoints and wildlife-rich areas. Enjoy another unforgettable afternoon safari experience. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 4: Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Enjoy a final morning game drive before breakfast. Depart Maasai Mara and return to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon with unforgettable safari memories.