The Great Migration Safari
Travel through Kenya’s Maasai Mara and Tanzania’s northern Serengeti on a safari designed around one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife events. Staying in two exceptional locations, you’ll explore the Mara North Conservancy before continuing to Sayari Camp, the closest permanent camp to the Mara River and ideally placed for witnessing the famous wildebeest and zebra crossings. Between July and October, vast herds move through this region in search of fresh grazing.
How to Plan the Best Luxury Safari Holiday to Africa
With more than 20 years of experience planning tailormade journeys across Africa, Lightfoot’s specialists know how to make the most of the migration season. Your itinerary will be shaped around the movement of the herds, while also allowing time for game drives, guided walks and quieter moments in the bush.
Speak to our Africa specialists to begin planning your Great Migration safari through Kenya and Tanzania.
Day 1
Arrival into Maasai Mara
Upon arrival at Nairobi Wilson airport you’ll be met by a representative who’ll assist with your onward flight to the Maasai Mara.
Upon landing you’ll be met once again by a representative and privately escorted to your camp. Set among elephant pepper trees and overlooking the Mara plains in the Mara North Conservancy, it is a peaceful base from which to begin your safari.
Day 2
Maasai Mara
You’ll wake early to experience your first morning exploring the Maasai Mara.
After a bush breakfast with epic views of game in the distance, you’ll venture out on foot with your guide who’ll talk about the flora, fauna and Mara ecosystems as you go.
You’ll arrive back to camp in time for supper.
Day 3
Maasai Mara
After breakfast you’ll embark on your last full day in the northern Mara Conservancy.
Day 4
Maasai Mara to Serengeti
After breakfast you’ll depart camp and head south to the romantic Sayari Camp, a luxury tented camp located in Tanzania's Northern Serengeti close to the famous Mara River.
In the evening, head out for a night game drive looking for nocturnal animals. Arrive back in time for supper.
Day 5
Witness the Great Migration
Sayari Camp offers one of the best locations for witnessing the great wildebeest migration river crossings in the northern Serengeti. From July to October, herds of zebra and wildebeest surround the camp as they cross back-and-forth through the dangerous waters. This is an incredible spectacle and a memory that will last a lifetime.
Day 6
Day at leisure in the Serengeti
On your last full day in the Serengeti head out early on your game drive and enjoy exploring the beautiful plains for the last time.
Return to camp and relax over lunch. Make the most of the swimming pool and massages.
Late in the afternoon, head out of camp for a sun downer to witness your last African sunset.
Day 7
Departure
This morning you’ll be escorted to the airport for your onward journey home.
- Experience The Great Migration, one of the greatest wonders of the world
- Explore the northern Mara Conservancy on daily games drives with your guide
- Head out for nighttime nature drives game looking for nocturnal animals
- Meet local people and understand the culture of the Kenyan tribes
- Relax with sundowners and spa treatments in the magical Serengeti
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