Book it from July -October

Masai Mara | Nairobi | Serengeti

Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara By around June and July climaxing in August and September the great phenomenon takes place in Masai Mara.  Millions of the wildebeests have already arrived in Mara plains where there is much lush grass pastures.  The wildebeests try to close the Mara River to access the plains that have plenty of pastures. At this time the Mara River is swollen because of heavy rains on the Mau Escarpments and crossing becomes a dangerous affair for the weak wildebeests and they end up drowning and also because of the great stampede resulting from crossing at one point. In the event of Great Migration, less is more. And time spent only in Masai Mara National Park, will be paid off with spectacular scenes! You will depart your Nairobi Hotel after breakfast.  Drive through the floor of the Rift Valley to the world famous Masai Mara game reserve. Masai Mara is arguably the most popular game sanctuary in Kenya part of the vast Serengeti plains. You go past the Massai town of Narok arriving in Masai Mara in time for lunch.  At 1600 hrs enjoy a normal afternoon game drive in search for the big 5 before driving back to the Lodge at 1800hrs Dinner and overnight at Lodge or Tented Camp selected from our options Recommended Accommodation  Budget: Mara Wildebeest Camp / Kimana Mara Camp/camping  Medium:  Sentrim Mara/ Ol Moran Tented Camp/ Mara Sopa Lodge  Luxury: Mara Serena /Mara Leisure Camp

Masai Mara

Day 3: Full day in Masai Mara Game Reserve Since the crossing of the wildebeest is unpredictable, you may have been unable to see the crossing on

Arusha | Masai Mara | Nairobi | Serengeti

Day 4: Masai Mara Game Reserve - Nairobi We depart the Mara after breakfast and drive back to Nairobi arriving early afternoon. You shall have lunch at the Carnivore or Haveli restaurant before transferring to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international flight back home OR overnight in Nairobi before proceeding to Arusha for your Tanzania safari. BRIEFLY ABOUT GREAT MIGRATION in KENYA Undoubtedly Masai Mara, located in the South West of Kenya is one of the best holiday destinations in the World. A true Kenyan safari is not complete without a visit to the Masai Mara Game Reserve which is an adventure like no other. It is home to the Big 5 and thousands of bird species and other wildlife.  But what makes Masai Mara more adventurous is the spectacular wildebeest Migration between July and October every year, an event that already dubbed as the 8th Wonder of the World.  Millions of wildebeests accompanied by zebras and other types of antelopes migrate from Serengeti National Park in Tanzania to Masai Mara in Kenya, crossing the Mara River which is inhabited by some of the largest world’s crocodiles. Why do the animals migrate? It is purely in search of water and pastures when supplies of pastures dwindle in the Serengeti.  The migration follows a cycle calendar every year BUT timings may vary. In between January and March, it is the calving season in the Serengeti in the short grass. There are plenty of pastures and all expectant mothers congregate to give birth. The calves are born in a labor duration of 30 minutes and a few minutes after birth they are ready to walk and join their mothers. They have to feed properly in anticipation of journey before them.  After this, the wildebeest migration starts when the rains are over in the Serenegti because it is dry. As the Serenegti is drying up the Masai Mara side is flourishing .Since the wildebeest herds are in millions they quickly deplete grazing pastures very fasts whereas their water needs are great. They have to keep on moving and in fact the whole reason for wildebeest migration. The migration journey to Masai Mara is a hard one. Many animals collapse and die on the way as they are weak due to lack of enough food and water, while others fall to predators.  By around June and July climaxing in August and September the great phenomenon takes place in Masai Mara . Millions of the wildebeests have already arrived in Mara plains where there is much lush grass pastures.  The wildebeests try to close the Mara River to access the plains that have plenty of pastures. At this time the Mara River is swollen because of heavy rains on the Mau Escarpments and crossing becomes a dangerous affair for the weak wildebeests and they end up drowning and also because of the great stampede resulting from crossing at one point.  But what makes the Migration drama more thrilling is the presence of predators. From the Mara River crocodiles that pounce on the wildebeests in the waters to lions and hyenas that take advantage of the drowning and injured animals on the shores, it is a feast carnival for the predators. This drama makes the crossing a spectacular event. Just what the cameras have been waiting for.  Animals feed in Mara plains in October and start heading back to Serengeti in November for another calving season. During migration over 200,000 animals perish under the harsh conditions. But as soon as they get back to Serengeti, there are approximately 500,000 new births and ready to start the cycle again.  This cycle repeats itself every year BUT being a natural occurrence there is no precise timing and directions because of conditions influencing grass growth. ADDITIONAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE - you can add more nights and increase your chances of being lucky to watch the crossing-it is possible that wildebeests may spend a whole day without making a river crossing.   - in Masai Mara possible to book hot air baloon ride which takes place in early morning hours before breakfast * additional costs apply -You may also consider a special migration safari combining other destinations. - You can combine each safari to Kenya with beach holidays on Zanzibar archipelago or Kenyan coast.     Additional rate information Safari available in budget, medium and luxury version according to your preference. Prices rise accordingly to level of luxury of accomondation. The price you see here is for luxury small group. Price is valid when 4 people attend safari. 30 % deposit for confirmat