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7 Day Great Wildebeest Migration Safari

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7 Days

Age 4+

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Overview

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime 7-Day Great Wildebeest Migration Safari with Africa Moja Tours & Safaris, where nature’s most dramatic wildlife spectacle unfolds before your eyes. This carefully designed migration safari package combines the iconic Masai Mara in Kenya and the world-famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, two of the best places to witness millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles as they follow ancient migration routes in search of greener pastures.

From thrilling Mara River crossings where crocodiles lie in wait, to the vast plains of the Serengeti where predators like lions and cheetahs stalk their prey, this safari offers unmatched opportunities for wildlife photography and Big Five sightings. With comfortable lodges, professional safari guides, and seamless transfers, Africa Moja Tours & Safaris ensures you experience the Great Migration in style.

Whether you’re a first-time traveler to East Africa or a seasoned safari enthusiast, this 7-Day Wildebeest Migration Safari itinerary captures the very essence of Africa’s wild heart.

Tour Overview

7-Day Great Wildebeest Migration Safari with Africa Moja Tours & Safaris offers an extended immersive wildlife adventure across the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve during the Great Migration season. This safari includes expert-led game drives, comfortable accommodation, meals, and excellent opportunities to witness dramatic river crossings, vast herds, and abundant Big Five wildlife in one of Africa’s most spectacular natural events.

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya
  • Pick-up at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
  • Transfer to your Nairobi hotel
  • Safari briefing by Africa Moja Tours & Safaris team
  • Overnight stay in Nairobi
  • Day 2: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
  • Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley to Masai Mara.
  • Afternoon game drive spotting Big Five and herds of wildebeest.
  • Dinner and overnight at a Masai Mara lodge 
  • Day 3: Full-Day Masai Mara Safari – Wildebeest Migration
  • Full-day safari in Masai Mara National Reserve.
  • Witness the dramatic Mara River crossing (July–October).
  • Optional Maasai cultural village
  • Overnight at lodge/camp in Masai
  • Day 4: Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
  • Cross the Isebania border into Tanzania
  • Afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park.
  • Overnight stay at Serengeti lodge
  • Day 5: Full-Day Serengeti Safari – Following the Herds
  • Morning and afternoon game drives in Serengeti.
  • Track wildebeest herds, zebras, and predators.
  • Overnight at Serengeti lodge.

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  • Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
  • Morning game drive in Serengeti. 
  • Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
  • Overnight lodge on the crater rim.
  • Day 7: Ngorongoro Safari & Departure
  • Descend into the crater for a morning safari.
  • Spot rhinos, elephants, lions, and flamingos.
  • Afternoon transfer to Arusha for onward flight

Departure Location

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or Nairobi

Departure Time

07:00am 

Return Location

Kilimanjaro International Airport

Included

  • All airport transfers (Nairobi & Arusha)
  • Accommodation in lodges and camps
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Park entrance fees (Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro)
  • Professional English-speaking safari guides
  • Transport in 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roof

Not Included

  • International flights to/from Nairobi or Kilimanjaro/Arusha
  • Kenya and Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance (medical, baggage, cancellation)
  • Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visits, hot air balloon safari, night game drives)
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary (e.g., lunches/dinners outside safari lodges)
  • Soft drinks, bottled water beyond lodge supply, and alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities for safari guides, drivers, and lodge staff
  • Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, souvenirs, etc.)
  • Vaccinations and health requirements (yellow fever, malaria prophylaxis, etc.)
  • Airport departure taxes (if applicable on regional flights

Frequently Asked Questions

The best time for the Wildebeest Migration Safari is July to October, when the herds cross the Mara River in the Masai Mara. From December to March, the herds gather in the southern Serengeti for the calving season, while June to July is ideal for the Grumeti River crossings in Tanzania. Africa Moja Tours & Safaris will advise you on the best season for your travel dates.

Most travelers choose a 7 Day Wildebeest Migration Safari, which allows enough time to experience the Masai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. However, shorter safaris (4–5 days) in Masai Mara or Serengeti are also possible, while extended itineraries (10–12 days) give travelers a deeper experience of East Africa.

The 7-Day Great Migration Safari with Africa Moja Tours & Safaris covers:

 

  • Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya) – famous for Mara River crossings
  • Serengeti National Park (Tanzania) – home to vast herds and predators
  • Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) – a UNESCO World Heritage site with Big Five sightings

Yes, the Great Migration Safari also offers excellent chances of spotting the Big Five — lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos. In the Ngorongoro Crater, sightings of endangered black rhinos are particularly special, while the Masai Mara and Serengeti are known for lions and cheetahs hunting the migrating herds.

Africa Moja Tours & Safaris offers a range of accommodation options depending on your budget:

 

  • Mid-range safari lodges and tented camps
  • Luxury lodges such as Serengeti Serena, Ngorongoro Serena, or Ashnil Mara Camp
  • Private tented camps for exclusive migration experiences

The Masai Mara to Serengeti transfer is by road through the Isebania border crossing, with game drives on both sides. For travelers preferring faster connections, fly-in safari options can be arranged by Africa Moja Tours & Safaris to maximize time in the reserves.

Yes! The 7-Day Wildebeest Migration Safari is suitable for families with children. The lodges and camps used by Africa Moja Tours & Safaris are family-friendly, with safe accommodations, swimming pools, and child-focused safari activities.

You can book directly through the Africa Moja Tours & Safaris website, where our team will confirm availability of lodges, park permits, and transfers. Tailor-made options are available for honeymoon safaris, luxury upgrades, and group bookings.

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