4-Day Kenya Great Wildebeest Migration Safari
4 Days/ 3 Nights
4-Day Kenya Great Wildebeest Migration Safari
Overview
This 4 Day Kenya Great Wildebeest Migration Safari offers front-row seats to one of the most incredible wildlife spectacles on Earth—the Great Migration. Each year, over a million wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles thunder across the savannah in a clockwise journey between Tanzania’s Serengeti and Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve in search of water and fresh grazing grounds.
This short yet thrilling Masai Mara safari focuses on dramatic river crossings, predator-prey encounters, and vibrant local culture. Perfect for photographers, nature lovers, and first-time safari-goers, the tour begins and ends in Nairobi, making it both accessible and adventure-packed.
Best time to visit: July to early October, with August and September offering peak chances of witnessing river crossings and predator action during the wildebeest migration.
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4 Days/ 3 Nights
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Kenya
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Guided, Private Safari
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Airport TransfersCar hireServices of an English-speaking guideRefreshments like waterAll accommodation & MealsAll activitiesAll Taxes /VATA professional driver /guideFuelDrinking water
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Tips and gratuitiesAll items of personal natureInternational flightsAlcoholic drinks
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast at your Nairobi hotel or pickup from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your friendly safari guide and begin your journey toward the Masai Mara. Travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley—stopping at breathtaking viewpoints along the escarpment to capture panoramic shots of this ancient landform.
Pass through Narok, a vibrant Maasai town, and continue to the Masai Mara. The drive is a beautiful introduction to Kenya’s changing landscapes—from highland farms to open savannahs. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and a short rest.
In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve. As the sun starts to dip, the golden light casts magical hues over the grasslands, and wildlife begins to stir. Expect to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and possibly lions or cheetahs preparing for an evening hunt.
Overnight: Mara Sopa Lodge (or similar)
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara (Wildebeest Migration Viewing)
Today is a full day of adventure, entirely dedicated to game viewing in the Masai Mara. After an early breakfast, head out with packed picnic lunches for a full-day safari, exploring the Mara’s vast plains, riverbanks, and woodlands.
You’ll track large herds of wildebeest and zebras, often seen moving in unison during the migration. If lucky, you’ll witness a dramatic river crossing at the Mara or Talek River, where crocodiles lie in wait and predators like lions and hyenas close in.
Enjoy lunch in the heart of the reserve, listening to the distant calls of birds and the rumble of hooves. Spend the afternoon exploring different sectors of the park, known for their diverse wildlife—from the Big Five to rare species like serval cats and bat-eared foxes.
Wrap up the day with a slow sunset game drive as you head back to the lodge, where a warm meal and campfire ambiance await.
Overnight: Mara Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Game Drives + Maasai Cultural Visit
Wake up early for another morning game drive—this is prime time to spot predators returning from a night of hunting and herbivores gathering at waterholes. The cool morning air and golden light create perfect conditions for wildlife photography.
Later in the morning or early afternoon, visit a nearby Maasai village (manyattas), where you’ll get a chance to interact with the Maasai people, famous for their vibrant clothing, traditional dances, and rich storytelling. Learn about their pastoral lifestyle, unique customs, and how they coexist with the wildlife that surrounds them.
After lunch, enjoy another game drive through different regions of the reserve. Look out for wildlife missed on previous drives—Masai Mara is home to more than 95 mammal species and over 550 recorded bird species. You might spot leopards lounging in trees, fat pods of hippos in the river, or vultures circling above a recent kill.
Overnight: Mara Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Sunrise Game Drive or Optional Balloon Safari – Return to Nairobi
Start your day with an early morning game drive—a great time to spot predators before they retreat from the rising sun. After a leisurely breakfast back at the lodge, check out and begin your return journey to Nairobi.
Arrive in the late afternoon, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenya safari adventure.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Included: Morning game drive, road transfer back to Nairobi
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