6 Days Serengeti & Masai Mara Migration Safari (2025–2027)
What is the best time to witness the Great Migration in the Serengeti and Masai Mara?
The optimal time to observe the Great Migration is between July and October. During this period, massive herds move from Tanzania’s Serengeti into Kenya’s Masai Mara, often culminating in dramatic river crossings teeming with predators
Embark on a 6-day journey through the heart of East Africa’s most iconic wildlife territories: the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. This expedition offers front-row seats to the Great Migration, where over a million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles traverse the plains in search of greener pastures.
Your adventure begins in Nairobi, leading you to the vast savannahs of the Masai Mara, renowned for its dense predator population and dramatic river crossings. Crossing into Tanzania, you’ll explore the northern Serengeti, a prime location for witnessing the migration’s most intense moments. Guided by seasoned experts, you’ll enjoy daily game drives, cultural interactions with the Maasai people, and optional hot-air balloon safaris for a bird’s-eye view of the spectacle.
Accommodations are carefully selected to provide comfort and immersion, ranging from luxury tented camps to eco-friendly lodges. This safari is not just a trip; it’s an unforgettable experience that brings you face-to-face with nature’s most extraordinary events.
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📅 6 Days Serengeti & Masai Mara Migration Safari Itinerary (2025–2027)
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🦁 Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
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Highlights: Scenic drive, Rift Valley Viewpoint, afternoon game drive
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Description:
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi and meet your guide for a warm welcome. After a short briefing, begin your drive through the picturesque Great Rift Valley en route to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive where you may encounter elephants, lions, and herds of wildebeest. -
Overnight: Luxury Tented Camp or Lodge in Masai Mara
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Keywords: Masai Mara safari, arrival in Nairobi, game drive in Kenya, Rift Valley
🐾 Day 2: Full-Day Game Viewing in Masai Mara
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Highlights: Big Five sightings, river crossing (seasonal), picnic lunch in the wild
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Description:
Spend the entire day exploring the Masai Mara, home to the Great Migration’s thrilling Mara River crossings (July–October). Search for the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, and elephant—and enjoy a bush picnic surrounded by the vast savannah. -
Optional: Hot Air Balloon Safari at sunrise
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Overnight: Masai Mara
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Keywords: Masai Mara game drive, migration safari, Big Five Kenya, river crossing
🐘 Day 3: Masai Mara – Cross into Tanzania – Serengeti National Park (North)
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Highlights: Border crossing at Isebania, game drive en route to Serengeti
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Description:
After breakfast, proceed to the Isebania border to cross into Tanzania. Complete immigration formalities and continue your journey into the northern Serengeti, where the migration herds roam between July and October. Enjoy an en route game drive as you head to your lodge. -
Overnight: Camp or Lodge in Northern Serengeti
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Keywords: Masai Mara to Serengeti, cross-border safari, Northern Serengeti wildlife
🐃 Day 4: Full-Day Safari in Northern Serengeti
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Highlights: Mara River crossing (in season), predators in action, dramatic photography
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Description:
Dedicate the day to tracking the Great Migration near the Mara River in Serengeti National Park. This is your best chance to witness wildebeest braving crocodile-infested waters, one of nature’s most dramatic spectacles. Lions, cheetahs, and hyenas follow closely, offering unmatched predator-prey action. -
Overnight: Northern Serengeti
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Keywords: Serengeti migration safari, Mara River crossing, predators, Tanzania wildlife
🏞️ Day 5: Serengeti – Flight to Arusha (Optional Transfer via Ngorongoro)
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Highlights: Morning game drive, optional visit to Olduvai Gorge, fly or drive to Arusha
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Description:
After breakfast and a morning game drive, you may choose to fly from Kogatende airstrip to Arusha or enjoy a scenic transfer via Ngorongoro Conservation Area with optional stops (like Olduvai Gorge or a Maasai village visit). -
Overnight: Boutique Lodge or Hotel in Arusha
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Keywords: Serengeti to Arusha, fly Serengeti, Ngorongoro transfer, Olduvai Gorge
✈️ Day 6: Departure from Arusha – End of Tour
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Highlights: Cultural shopping stop, airport drop-off
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Description:
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing morning or explore Arusha’s cultural markets before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight. This marks the end of your unforgettable Serengeti & Masai Mara Migration Safari. -
Keywords: End of safari, Arusha departure, cultural souvenirs, Kilimanjaro Airport transfer
✅ What’s Included in This 6-Day Migration Safari
These tour inclusions are carefully selected to offer comfort, safety, and immersive experiences for an unforgettable Great Migration adventure across Kenya and Tanzania.
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🛬 Airport transfers (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport & Kilimanjaro International Airport)
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🚙 All ground transportation in 4×4 safari vehicles (pop-up roof)
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🏕️ 5 nights’ accommodation in mid-range or luxury lodges/tented camps (as per booking)
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🍽️ All meals on safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
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🎟️ Park entry fees for Masai Mara, Serengeti, and the border region
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🦁 Daily guided game drives with a professional English-speaking safari guide
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🛂 Cross-border assistance and formalities at the Isebania border
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💧 Drinking water during game drives
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🧥 Emergency evacuation insurance (Flying Doctors cover)
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📝 Safari briefing and 24/7 trip support
❌ What’s Not Included
These exclusions are standard across safari operators. You can request optional extras when booking.
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✈️ International & domestic flights (unless booked as part of a package)
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🧾 Visa fees for Kenya and Tanzania (apply in advance)
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🧼 Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, souvenirs)
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🍷 Alcoholic and soft drinks are not listed in the meal plan
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💰 Gratuities/tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
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🌅 Optional activities like hot air balloon safari, Maasai village visit, or Olduvai Gorge tour
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🛡️ Travel insurance (recommended – not provided)
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