Great Migration Mara River Crossing
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Great Migration Experience

Witness Nature's Greatest Show

Time your visit perfectly to witness millions of wildebeest and zebra crossing the Mara River. Premium camps positioned for the best viewing of this spectacular natural phenomenon.

5 Days
2-6 People
Easy - All Ages
4.9/5 (142 reviews)

Best Time

July - September

Destination

Maasai Mara

Accommodation

Migration Camps

Meals

Full Board

1

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi

Activities:

  • Meet and greet at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
  • Transfer to your hotel in Nairobi
  • Welcome briefing about the Great Migration safari
  • Overview of river crossing viewing strategies
  • Evening at leisure to rest and prepare
  • Optional: Carnivore Restaurant dinner experience
Airport transferSafari briefingRest and preparation

Accommodation:

Sarova Stanley or similar (Nairobi)

Meals:

Dinner

2

Day 2: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve

Activities:

  • Early breakfast and check-out (6:00 AM)
  • Scenic drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve (5-6 hours)
  • Stop at Great Rift Valley viewpoint for photos
  • Drive through traditional Maasai lands
  • Arrive at migration camp for lunch
  • Afternoon game drive in search of migration herds
  • Position for potential river crossing viewing
  • Sundowner drinks overlooking the Mara plains
Rift Valley viewpointFirst migration sightingSundowner

Accommodation:

Mara Migration Camp or similar (Maasai Mara)

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3

Day 3: Full Day Maasai Mara - Mara River Crossings

⚠️ River crossings are unpredictable but spectacular! Your guide knows the best spots.

Activities:

  • Pre-dawn wake-up and early breakfast (5:30 AM)
  • Morning position at Mara River crossing points
  • Watch thousands of wildebeest and zebra gather
  • Witness dramatic river crossings and predator action
  • Picnic breakfast by the river
  • Continue game drives along the Mara River
  • Search for Big Five and predators
  • Afternoon crossing viewing (if conditions permit)
  • Evening at camp with campfire storytelling
Mara River crossingsCrocodile attacksPredator huntingBig Five

Accommodation:

Mara Migration Camp or similar (Maasai Mara)

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4

Day 4: Hot Air Balloon Safari & Migration Plains

⚠️ Hot air balloon safari included in package price ($450 value).

Activities:

  • Pre-dawn wake-up call (4:30 AM)
  • Transfer to balloon launch site
  • Hot air balloon safari over the Mara (5:30 AM - 6:30 AM)
  • Aerial views of migration herds streaming across plains
  • Spot wildlife from above: lions, elephants, hippos
  • Champagne breakfast in the bush upon landing
  • Return to camp for midday rest
  • Late afternoon game drive in different sector
  • Track cheetahs and leopards in acacia groves
  • Sunset viewing over endless plains
Hot air balloonAerial migration viewsChampagne breakfastPredator tracking

Accommodation:

Mara Migration Camp or similar (Maasai Mara)

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5

Day 5: Final Game Drive & Return to Nairobi

Activities:

  • Final early morning game drive (6:00 AM)
  • Last chance photography of migration
  • Visit to Maasai village for cultural experience ($30)
  • Return to camp for breakfast and check-out
  • Depart for Nairobi (5-6 hours)
  • Lunch en route at a scenic stop
  • Arrive in Nairobi late afternoon
  • Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
  • Departure flight (evening flights recommended)
Final wildlife viewingMaasai cultureJourney home

Accommodation:

None (Departure)

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch

Safari Highlights

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Mara River Crossings

Witness dramatic wildebeest crossings

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Hot Air Balloon Safari

Aerial views with champagne breakfast

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Big Five Wildlife

Lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, rhinos

🐊

Predator Action

Crocodiles and lions hunting at crossings

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Photography Paradise

Best positioned camps for river viewing

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Migration Camps

Strategic location near crossing points

Package Price

$3,250

per person

Based on 2 people sharing

Quick Facts

Best Time: July-September (peak migration)
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Group Size: 2-6 people
Includes: Hot air balloon safari
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Safety & Support

  • ✓ Flying Doctor insurance included
  • ✓ 24/7 emergency support
  • ✓ Expert migration guides
  • ✓ Well-maintained 4x4 vehicles
  • ✓ Strategic camp positioning

Conservation Impact

Your park fees support wildlife conservation, anti-poaching efforts, and community development in the Maasai Mara ecosystem.

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Experience the Migration

Mara River Crossings

Mara River Crossings

Predator Action

Predator Action

Endless Plains

Endless Plains

Ready to Witness the Migration?

Experience the drama of Mara River crossings and witness millions of wildebeest on their epic journey. Book your migration safari today.