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4 Days 3 Nights
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Wildebeest Migration Safaris

4 Days Maasai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari

4 Days Maasai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari

The Maasai Mara Wildebeest Migration is one of the most spectacular and awe-inspiring natural events that takes place annually between the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya and the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. It involves the massive movement of wildebeests, zebras, and other herbivores in search of fresh grazing and water sources. This phenomenon is considered one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth and attracts thousands of visitors and wildlife enthusiasts from around the world.

Key aspects of the Maasai Mara Wildebeest Migration include:

  1. Timing: The migration is a continuous year-round event, but the most dramatic and iconic phase occurs between July and October. During this period, millions of wildebeests and other herbivores gather in the Maasai Mara, forming massive herds that cover the landscape.
  2. River Crossings: One of the most thrilling and dramatic moments of the migration is the river crossing. As the wildebeests reach the Mara River, they often face perilous river crossings filled with crocodiles and other predators. The sight of thousands of wildebeests plunging into the river and making their way across is a sight to behold, and it often leads to intense predator-prey interactions.
  3. Predator Activity: The migration presents an abundance of prey for predators, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas. These predators take advantage of the weakened and vulnerable animals, creating an intense display of survival of the fittest.
  4. Ecological Impact: The migration plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the ecosystem. The constant movement of herbivores helps prevent overgrazing in one area and allows the land to recover, contributing to the overall health and sustainability of the region.
  5. Tourism and Conservation: The migration is a major driver of tourism in both the Maasai Mara and the Serengeti. Tourists flock to these reserves to witness this extraordinary event, providing crucial revenue for conservation efforts and local communities. Responsible tourism practices ensure that the natural environment and wildlife are protected during the migration season.
  6. Cultural Significance: The Maasai Mara Wildebeest Migration is not only a natural phenomenon but also holds cultural significance for the Maasai people and the local communities living in the region. The migration has been intertwined with Maasai culture and traditions for generations.

Visitors to the Maasai Mara during the migration season have the opportunity to witness this incredible display of nature’s power and resilience. The sight of vast herds of wildebeests and other animals stretching across the horizon is a breathtaking reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world. It’s an experience that leaves a lasting impression and contributes to the ongoing efforts to conserve these magnificent landscapes and the wildlife they support.

4 Days Maasai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari

Maasai mara is approximately 275 km from Nairobi and the park covers an area of 1510km² with a travel time of between 4 hrs-5 hrs., this wonderful park lies at the floor of the rift valley.

Included
•    Park fees (for non-residents)
•    Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
•    Drinking water
•    All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
•    Roundtrip airport transfer
•    A professional driver/guide
•    All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
Excluded

  • Accommodation on the day before the tour departs
  • Accommodation on the last day
  • Drinks & laundry during your stay
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Tips to the Driver
  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Hot air balloon safaris USD 450 PP

 

Pricing information for this Safari:

Varies from 5 star luxury hotels and lodges to budget hotels plus luxurious tented camps to suit your budget. We will provide all necessary information regarding price quotations on all lodges, beach resorts, tented camps & hotels depending on your choice on the time of booking. Accommodation avails in standard rooms on a sharing twin basis but with private facilities, single rooms are also available but cannot be guaranteed due to limited facilities and also availability during & depending on the time of booking:

Enquire for this amazing offer through our Email,Contact form,Whatsapp,Messager,Telegram or Direct call to buy this safari and stay at either of this Luxury Camps or Hotel Lodges or any other of your choice. (depends on availability)

  • Mara Simba lodge
  • AA Lodge Mara
  • Sentrim Mara Camp
  • Sarova Mara safari camp
  •  Keekorok Mara Lodge
  • Oldapoi Mara Camp  

This is a private/family safari in a 7 seater safari vehicle with a pop up roof specially converted and build for game viewing.

Toyota Hiace 4WD Van(7 seater)

Toyota Land Cruiser ( 7 seater)

Details

Depart from Nairobi hotel or from Jomo Kenyatta Airport at 07:00 hrs. and head south west to Mara arriving in good time for lunch & check in to the Hotel,  At 1600hrs head out for your evening game drive through the reserve in search of the Big five ( lion,Buffalo,Elephant,Rhino & the Leopard) and other residents of this savannah plains, wildebeast,Zebras impalas, Thomson’s gazelles,Birds,hyenas and many more. Masaimara is one of the few places you are guaranteed to spot the famous Big Five on a single morning or afternoon.
After early morning breakfast leave with packed picnic lunch and spend the day exploring this animal haven, this gives you a chance to cover a vast area of the park including the Mara river, later on your third day visit the Maasai cultural village for traditional dance and rich history about this community, there after return to the camp for relaxation and overstay until your next day.
Proceed for your last game drive at 06:30 hrs. before your full breakfast at the lodge and then check out and depart for Nairobi arriving in the afternoon to your designated hotel or transferred to airport to catch your flight back home.                                                    …………….……End of safari………………

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