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The Ultimate Migration Safari – Witness Nature’s Greatest Spectacle
Overview of The Ultimate Migration Safari – Witness Nature’s Greatest Spectacle
For wildlife lovers and adventure seekers, The Ultimate Migration Safari is the ultimate East African experience, where you follow the thrilling journey of over 1.5 million wildebeests and zebras as they brave crocodile-infested rivers and relentless predators in search of greener pastures.
This incredible journey spans Kenya’s Masai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti, two of Africa’s most legendary wildlife destinations. Experience heart-pounding river crossings, dramatic predator-prey chases, and the sheer beauty of East Africa’s vast landscapes. Along the way, you’ll also explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a wildlife haven, and Lake Manyara, where flamingos and tree-climbing lions await.
DAY BY DAY ACTIVITIES
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Gateway to Adventure
✈️ Welcome to Kenya! Upon arrival in Nairobi, you’ll be greeted by our team and transferred to your hotel.
🛶 Optional Activity: Visit the Giraffe Center or David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage for a close-up experience with Africa’s gentle giants.
📍 Overnight Stay: Nairobi
Day 2: Nairobi to Masai Mara – Enter the Wild
🚗 Drive Duration: 5-6 hours
🐘 Wildlife to See: Big Cats, Elephants, Wildebeests, Zebras
🌿 Safari Highlights:
✔️ Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley with breathtaking viewpoints.
✔️ Afternoon game drive in Masai Mara, where lions, leopards, and cheetahs roam.
✔️ Settle into a luxurious safari lodge, listening to the sounds of the wild at night.
📍 Overnight Stay: Masai Mara
Day 3: Full-Day Masai Mara – Great Migration in Action
🦓 What makes today special?
- Follow the herds as thousands of wildebeests cross the Mara River.
- Witness crocodile attacks, lion ambushes, and powerful river crossings.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the wilderness.
✔️ Full-day game drive, tracking big cats and the Great Migration.
✔️ Visit a Maasai village for a cultural experience (optional).
✔️ Sunset drinks overlooking the endless plains.
📍 Overnight Stay: Masai Mara
Day 4: Masai Mara to Serengeti – Cross into Tanzania
🚗 Drive Duration: 7-8 hours (Border Crossing)
🦒 Wildlife to See: Giraffes, Cheetahs, Antelopes, Hippos
🌿 Safari Highlights:
✔️ Scenic border crossing into Tanzania at Isebania.
✔️ Enter the legendary Serengeti National Park.
✔️ Evening game drive, spotting predators preparing for the night.
📍 Overnight Stay: Serengeti
Day 5: Full-Day Serengeti – Following the Migration
- Home to Africa’s largest lion population.
- Endless golden savannahs and hidden kopjes, where leopards rest.
- One of the best places to see cheetahs hunting in action.
✔️ Morning and afternoon game drives, tracking the migration.
✔️ Visit Seronera Valley, where big cats hunt.
✔️ Optional hot air balloon safari for breathtaking aerial views.
📍 Overnight Stay: Serengeti
Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro – A Journey Through the Wild
🚗 Drive Duration: 3-4 hours
🦏 Wildlife to See: Black Rhinos, Lions, Hyenas, Flamingos
✔️ Scenic drive from Serengeti to Ngorongoro.
✔️ Visit a Maasai boma (village) to learn about their traditions.
✔️ Settle into a lodge overlooking the crater, one of Africa’s most breathtaking views.
📍 Overnight Stay: Ngorongoro
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater – The Lost World of Wildlife
- A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most wildlife-dense areas.
- The only place in Tanzania where you can easily spot the Big Five in a single day.
- A stunning collapsed volcano filled with lakes, forests, and golden plains.
🌿 Safari Highlights:
✔️ Descend 600 meters into the crater for a full-day game drive.
✔️ Spot rare black rhinos and large lion prides.
✔️ Visit Lake Magadi, home to thousands of flamingos.
📍 Overnight Stay: Karatu
Day 8: Lake Manyara – Tree-Climbing Lions & Birdlife
🚗 Drive Duration: 2-3 hours
🦜 Wildlife to See: Tree-Climbing Lions, Elephants, Hippos, Flamingos
🌿 Safari Highlights:
✔️ Discover one of Tanzania’s most beautiful small parks.
✔️ Spot tree-climbing lions, unique to Lake Manyara.
✔️ Enjoy a picnic lunch with views of the Rift Valley Escarpment.
📍 Overnight Stay: Arusha
Day 9: Arusha – Departure or Zanzibar Extension
✈️ Optional Add-Ons:
- Fly to Zanzibar for a relaxing beach extension.
- Explore Arusha town for shopping and local markets.
🚗 Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
🌍 End of Safari – A Journey Through Africa’s Greatest Wildlife Realms!
Key Highlights of This Safari
✔️ Witness the Great Migration river crossings in both Masai Mara & Serengeti.
✔️ Explore the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most wildlife-dense areas in the world.
✔️ Experience Maasai culture with village visits.
✔️ Spot tree-climbing lions at Lake Manyara.
✔️ Luxury accommodations & expert-guided safaris.
💰 Price Range: $3,800 – $6,200 per person
Package Specifications
Safari Cost Includes
Transfers
- All transfers described on the program
Accommodation & Meals
- Hotels and lodges described on the program
- Meals described on the program
- Bottled water, soft drinks, hot coffee and tea while in the jeep on safari
Guiding & Game-Driving
- Certified and experienced English-speaking safari guide
- Comfortable Land Cruiser 4x4s with pop-up roof, fridge, Wi-Fi, and power outlets
- National park fees for the entire tour (park entry fees and concession fees)
- Free Wi-Fi. Signal will be available in only 60-75% of the travelled territories due to lack of cell coverage in the wilderness areas
- 24/7 phone support service
- Air Ambulance Service by AMREF Flying Doctors
- Binoculars (1 pc per SUV)
- Medical kit
Safari Cost Excludes
- Air tickets;
- Visa fee;
- Travel insurance;
- Tips to your safari guide ($30-50 per day per car).
Please note:
- By default our tours include shared accommodation in twin/double rooms, unless requested and agreed otherwise. Single supplement is available upon request. Please refer to the program to see your accommodation arrangements
- Moshi and Arusha-based accommodations usually include breakfast only, unless requested and agreed otherwise. Please refer to the program to see your meal plans on each night
- Most safari lodges usually do not include tea, coffee, soft and alcoholic drinks not to have you overpay for beverages you don’t need. You will be able to order and pay for drinks at the hotels’ restaurants
- Tented lodges are the most common type of accommodation in savannah. Many of them work on solar energy. This sometimes means bucket showers, limited wi-fi and no hair dryers, all in an effort to reduce environmental impact. We encourage you to do some basic research on the accommodations in your program to ensure the safari matches your travel style
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