Day 1
Day 1 | Arrival in Arusha
Private Welcome & Transition Arrival in Arusha. Accommodation Arusha Coffee Lodge
12 Days / 11 Nights Kenya + TanzaniaLuxury Safari
The Great Wildebeest Migration Safari
Time the herds and the river crossings with precision.
Journey typeBespoke Land Safari
Best seasonYear-round (peak wildlife varies by park)
Duration12 Days / 11 Nights
CountriesKenya + Tanzania
Overview
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12 Days | The Great Wildebeest Migration Safari Kenya & Tanzania • River Crossings • Predator Action Kenya & Tanzania Great Migration • Big Cats • River Crossings • Fly-In Safari This safari is designed to follow the movement of the Great Migration across East Africa’s most productive wildlife regions, positioning you in both Tanzania’s Serengeti and Kenya’s Maasai Mara at the right time to maximize sightings of river crossings, large herds, and predator interactions. The itinerary prioritizes location accuracy, extended time in key zones, and minimal transit to ensure consistent, high-quality game viewing.
Private 4×4 vehicle and dedicated guide
Hand-picked luxury or ultra-luxury lodges
Flexible daily rhythm — no fixed coach schedule
Permits and park fees arranged in advance
24/7 in-country support from our Kampala team
Day by day
Day 2
Day 2 | Arusha → Northern Serengeti (By Air)
Migration Positioning Fly into the northern sector of the Serengeti (Kogatende region). Included Experiences Scheduled bush flight Afternoon game drive Accommodation Sayari Camp
Day 3
Day 3 | Northern Serengeti
Full Migration Tracking Full-day game drives Focus on Mara River crossings Predator-prey dynamics
Day 4
Day 4 | Northern Serengeti
Extended Exploration Flexible tracking of herds
Day 5
Day 5 | Northern Serengeti
Deep Field Exploration Continued tracking Photographic positioning 3 full days here = correct strategy
Day 6
Day 6 | Serengeti → Maasai Mara (By Air)
Cross-Border Continuation Fly into Maasai Mara. Accommodation Mara Expedition Camp
Day 7
Day 7 | Maasai Mara
River Crossings & Big Cats Morning and afternoon game drives Crocodile and predator zones
Day 8
Day 8 | Maasai Mara
Deep Field Exploration Flexible movement based on herd behavior Photographic opportunities
Day 9
Day 9 | Maasai Mara
Extended Migration Tracking Flexible routing based on herd location Optional balloon safari Mara = higher predator success rate than Serengeti
Day 10
Day 10 | Maasai Mara
Final Safari Depth Day Maximize sightings before exit
Day 11
Day 11 | Maasai Mara → Nairobi
Fly to Nairobi. Accommodation (optional day room or overnight) Hemingways Nairobi
Day 12
Departure
Transfer to the airport for your international flight home.
Daily order flexes with weather, wildlife movements and your pace, your guide adapts in real time.
Lodges & camps
This itinerary features strategically located safari camps in prime migration zones, including Sayari Camp and Mara Expedition Camp, both positioned near key river crossing areas, along with Arusha Coffee Lodge for arrival ensuring immediate access to wildlife action while maintaining comfort, privacy, and efficient movement across the migration corridor.
Final properties are named on your written proposal, we hold options while you refine dates.
Includes & excludes
Included
- ✓All park and reserve entry fees
- ✓Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- ✓Professional English-speaking guide
- ✓All meals as specified in your proposal
- ✓Airport meet & greet and transfers as listed
Not included
- ✗International flights to/from East Africa
- ✗Visas and immigration fees
- ✗Travel and medical insurance
- ✗Premium beverages and laundry unless noted
- ✗Gratuities for guides, trackers and lodge staff
- ✗Personal expenses and optional activities
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