10-Day The Great Migration Safari

10 Days
9 Nights
Kenya & Tanzania

Overview of the Safari

Embark on the ultimate adventure as this safari invites you to witness the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration, a natural spectacle across the wilds of Kenya and Tanzania. Begin your thrilling expedition in Amboseli, where the iconic silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro looms large over vast landscapes teeming with majestic elephant herds.

Next, venture into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its breathtaking panoramas and astonishing biodiversity. Descend into this natural wonder and discover a wildlife haven unlike any other.

The journey intensifies as you traverse the sprawling Serengeti plains, immersing yourself in the heart of the Great Migration. Here, millions of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles charge across the land, their rhythmic movement a captivating dance of survival and instinct.

Culminate your adventure in the legendary Maasai Mara, where the migration continues to astound. Amidst the rolling savannah, marvel at the Big Five and a myriad of other wildlife, each encounter more exhilarating than the last.

This epic journey through Amboseli, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, and Maasai Mara is an unparalleled exploration of East Africa’s finest safari destinations. Engage in electrifying game drives, connect with the vibrant culture of the East African people, and create memories that will ignite your sense of adventure for years to come.

Language & Communication

English is the official language and is widely used. Translators are available for other languages.

Weather and Packing

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Tour Features

Premium Experience

Enjoy luxurious accommodations in exclusive lodges and tented camps.

Flexible Start Dates

Begin your adventure on any day that suits you, based on availability.

Exclusive Private Tour

This tour is arranged solely for you, ensuring a personalized experience without other guests.

Customizable Itinerary

Make minor adjustments to the accommodations and destinations to tailor the tour to your preferences.

Ideal for Solo Travelers

This private tour is perfect for those traveling alone.

All Ages Welcome

This tour is designed to be enjoyed by travelers of all ages, no age restrictions.

Day 1-2: Explore huge, tusked elephants of Amboseli National Park, against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro

Start your day with a hearty breakfast before embarking on a scenic drive to Amboseli National Park, nestled at the foot of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Arrive at your luxurious camp in time for lunch and marvel at the snow-capped peaks that sustain Amboseli’s diverse ecosystem.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive, where you can encounter Amboseli’s famed elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, and buffaloes. Wander through acacia woodlands and sweeping grasslands teeming with wildlife. End the day with a breathtaking sunset, as Kilimanjaro’s silhouette crowns the horizon in golden splendour. Adventure and beauty await in every moment.

Day 3: Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater.

We shall leave Amboseli after our breakfast and head out towards one of the largest Calderas in the world, the Ngorongoro Crater.  We shall be crossing over in to Tanzania via Namanga border. After Visa formalities we head on and proceed to Arusha. Here you will enjoy hot lunch at the Arusha coffee lodge. After lunch we shall proceed to Ngorongoro and check in to your lodge. The views by the rim are quite scenic. Enjoy your evening at the lodge.

Day 4: Explore the Ngorongoro Crater

Fuel up with an early breakfast before embarking on an exhilarating game drive across the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater floor. Home to a staggering 25,000 large mammals, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a natural marvel dominated by mighty bull elephants, elusive rhinos, and regal lions. It’s one of the world’s largest volcanic craters—nearly 20 kilometres wide, plunging up to 760 meters deep, and encompassing a breathtaking 264 square kilometres.

Prepare to be awed by the crater’s extraordinary biosphere. Within its towering walls lies a self-contained paradise of grasslands, swamps, saltpans, forests, and a shimmering freshwater lake. The diverse landscapes are alive with an incredible array of birdlife and teeming wildlife, creating a one-of-a-kind safari experience.

As the adventure winds down, ascend the crater’s rim and return to the lodge in the late afternoon. Whether you opt for a picnic lunch amid the wild or a leisurely hot meal back at the lodge, your day will be a thrilling immersion into the untamed beauty of Ngorongoro.

Day 5-6: Exploring the world-renowned Serengeti National Park

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure as you journey into the legendary Serengeti, a land whose Maasai name, *Siringet*, evokes visions of “endless plains.” En route to your camp, embark on an exhilarating game drive that offers a tantalizing glimpse of the wonders ahead.

Spanning an awe-inspiring 14,763 square kilometres, the Serengeti is Tanzania’s oldest and most iconic national park. It is a wildlife haven like no other, where tens of thousands of grazing herbivores—including over a million wildebeest—move in unyielding pursuit of fresh pastures. This ceaseless migration fuels the Serengeti’s vibrant ecosystem, drawing a multitude of formidable predators, such as lions, hyenas, cheetahs, and leopards.

Beyond the famed big cats, marvel at the diversity of wildlife that roams these plains, from elegant giraffes and zebras to Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelles, elands, impalas, klipspringers, and even the quirky warthog. With its endlessly rolling savannah and unparalleled ornithological treasures, the Serengeti offers a front-row seat to nature’s grandest spectacle—a place where the raw beauty of the wild comes to life in its purest form.

Day 7-9: Fly to Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

Although it’s your final day in Tanzania, your adventure continues on the captivating African plains. A scenic flight will take you into the heart of the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s grand stage for wildlife and natural wonders.

Dive into the thrill of this safari paradise with morning and evening game drives, where the Big Five and countless other treasures of the wild await. As the day wanes, bask in the magic of the Mara with spectacular sundowners and refreshing cocktails amid its sprawling plains.

Complete your journey with an enriching cultural experience, as you meet the Maasai Morans and gain insight into their fascinating traditions and way of life. This is not just the next chapter—it’s the beginning of unforgettable memories in the untamed beauty of the Mara.

Day 10: Fly Back to Nairobi

After breakfast, depart the Mara by air from the local airstrip at 1100 hours arriving in Nairobi in time for lunch. Afternoon at leisure which may include shopping. Evening transfer to the airport for your outbound flight on this day. End of this 10-day Great Migration Safari

Included

  • Private guided Safari.
  • All airport transfers
  • Bed and breakfast at Nairobi hotel
  • Light aircraft as mentioned
  • Fully-inclusive at while on safari.
  • Unlimited game-drives
  • Emergency Evacuation insurance (Not medical cover)
  • Meet and greet assistance.
  • Conservation fees in all mentioned parks.

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Things of personal nature
  • Travel insurance.
  • Gratuities

Getting There

This tour starts in Nairobi.

We have local daily flights available on several airlines

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

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