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8-Day Kenya & Tanzania Migration Special | Mara to Serengeti Overland
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8-Day Kenya & Tanzania Migration Special | Mara to Serengeti Overland

Follow the Migration Herds Across the Mara-Serengeti Ecosystem

Eight days tracking the Great Wildebeest Migration across its entire range — from Kenya's Masai Mara to Tanzania's Serengeti. This safari follows the herds overland, crossing the border at the migration's actual crossing point. Four full days of game drives across the migration corridor.

Masai Mara National ReserveSerengeti National ParkNgorongoro Conservation Area
Starting from
$3,500/ person

Tour Highlights

Track the migration across two countries overland
Mara River crossings in Kenya + Grumeti crossings in Tanzania
Four full days of game drives across the migration corridor
Overland border crossing following the herds' actual route
The ultimate migration-focused safari experience

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Nairobi to Masai Mara

~270km | Approx. 5 hrs

Depart Nairobi for the Masai Mara. Afternoon game drive. The migration herds stretch across the golden plains.

Day 2

Full Day Masai Mara — Migration Focus

Full Day

Full day tracking the migration in the Mara. River crossings, predator action, vast herds. Your guide positions you at the best crossing points along the Mara River.

Day 3

Full Day Masai Mara — Big Cats

Full Day

Second full day focusing on the Mara's legendary big cat population. Cheetah families hunting Thomson's gazelles, lion prides with cubs, leopards in the riverine forest.

Day 4

Masai Mara — Cross Border to Northern Serengeti

~200km via border | Approx. 5 hrs

Morning game drive. Cross into Tanzania at the Isebania/Sirari border. Seamless guide handoff. Enter the Northern Serengeti — the other side of the migration ecosystem. Afternoon game drive.

Day 5

Full Day Serengeti — Northern Sector

Full Day

Full day in the Northern Serengeti. The herds that crossed the Mara River in Kenya are now spread across these vast plains. Grumeti River crossings create similar drama. Your guide tracks the herds across this remote sector.

Day 6

Serengeti — Central Plains

Full Day

Drive to the Central Serengeti for different wildlife and terrain. The Seronera Valley's resident predators — leopards in sausage trees, lion prides, cheetah families. Kopjes and hippo pools.

Day 7

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

~160km | Approx. 3 hrs

Morning game drive. Transfer to Ngorongoro crater rim. Afternoon at leisure with crater panoramas.

Day 8

Ngorongoro Crater — Return to Arusha

Crater Floor + Return

Dawn descent into the crater. Big Five encounters. Picnic lunch. Ascend and return to Arusha by late afternoon.

ℹ️ IMPORTANT PRICING INFORMATION

Advertised safari prices are based on regular seasonal rates and may vary depending on accommodation category, availability, and travel dates at time of booking. Expect marginal price variations based on specific accommodation choices and safari seasons.

Package rates may be subject to supplementary charges during peak periods including Easter, Christmas, New Year, Great Migration season, and public holidays, as accommodation providers impose seasonal surcharges. Easter supplements may also apply to selected properties during the Easter weekend. Any applicable supplements will be clearly communicated and included in your final quotation before confirmation of booking.

Prices are in USD Per Person Sharing in a double/twin en-suite room.

What's Included

  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • All park entrance fees
  • Full-board accommodation
  • Airport/hotel transfers
  • Drinking water during game drives
  • Game drives as per itinerary

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities not in itinerary

Safari Seasons & Rates Guide

Shoulder A
3rd Jan – 31st Mar & 1st Jun – 30th Jun
Shoulder B
1st Nov – 15th Dec
Peak Season
1st Jul – 31st Oct & 16th Dec – 2nd Jan
Low Season
1st Apr – 31st May

Package rates vary by season. Select a season in the pricing table below to view rates.

Starting from
$3,500
per person
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Safari Details

Duration8 Days
Destinationkenya & tanzania
Group SizeMin 2 persons
Transport4x4 Safari Jeep

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