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Migration Safaris · 10 Days · Kenya & Tanzania

10 Days Two Countries,One Herd, No Passport Queues

Four nights in the Mara, four in the Serengeti and a crater finale. Follow the herds across the border.

Duration10 Days9 Nights
WhereMaasai Mara+ 2 more
From$6,300per person sharing
Best TimeJul – OctAlso Nov – Mar
PaceModerateEarly starts
The Journey

Why You Will Love This One

The wildebeest do not carry passports, and neither do they care about borders. This journey follows them through both the Mara and the Serengeti so you see the migration from both sides of the line.

We handle the border crossing, permits and the light aircraft, and you handle the gasping. The crater makes a very fine final act.

Everything is a starting point. Add a night where you fall in love, swap a camp or bolt on a beach, and we will shape it around you.

  • Migration Herd Watch with your private guide
  • Hot Air Balloon Flights in Maasai Mara
  • Maasai Culture at Maasai Mara
  • 9 nights across 3 stops
Your Route

Three Stops, Nine Nights

Maasai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, in a sensible order with as little backtracking as the map allows.

ADay 1NairobiMeet and greet
Scenic drive
1Days 1 – 4Maasai MaraPrivate Conservancy Camps4 nights
Light aircraft
2Days 5 – 8SerengetiMobile Camps4 nights
Scenic drive
3Day 9Ngorongoro CraterTented Camps1 night
Transfer
BDay 10ArushaFly home
Highlights

What You Will Remember

Game Drives
Game DrivesDawn and dusk drives with Maasai guides who read tracks like headlines and find the cats before you finish your coffee.
Maasai Culture
Maasai CultureMeet Maasai families and see how they live beside the wildlife.
Leopards And Cheetahs
Leopards And CheetahsSharp eyes, patient stops and a very good camera.
Game Drives
Game DrivesWide open plains, endless horizons and wildlife in every direction.
Lions On The Kopjes
Lions On The KopjesGranite outcrops are a favourite lookout for the cats.
The Great Migration
The Great MigrationWildebeest and zebra on the move across golden plains.
Day By Day

Your 10 Days, In Detail

A typical flow for this safari. Timings shift with the herds, the weather and your wishes, and your guide has the final say on where the action is.

Welcome To KenyaDay1
Maasai Mara

Welcome To Kenya

MorningLand in Nairobi, where your guide meets you with a warm welcome. Set off by road to Maasai Mara. Getting there: Short flight or 5 – 6 hour drive from Nairobi.

AfternoonGame Drives: Dawn and dusk drives with Maasai guides who read tracks like headlines and find the cats before you finish your coffee.

Overnight
Private Conservancy Camps, Maasai Mara
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
Welcome and arrival
Maasai CultureDay2
Maasai Mara

Maasai Culture

MorningMeet Maasai families and see how they live beside the wildlife.

AfternoonSignature moment: Migration Herd Watch: Position yourself with your guide on the plains or at a crossing point, and watch the herds gather and move.

Overnight
Private Conservancy Camps, Maasai Mara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Maasai Culture, game drives
Bush SkillsDay3
Maasai Mara

Bush Skills

MorningFire-making, tracking and stories from the people who know the land.

AfternoonGuided Walks: Footprints, dung beetles and the small wonders you miss from a vehicle.

Overnight
Private Conservancy Camps, Maasai Mara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Bush Skills, game drives
Game DrivesDay4
Maasai Mara

Game Drives

MorningDawn and dusk drives with Maasai guides who read tracks like headlines and find the cats before you finish your coffee.

AfternoonMaasai Culture: Meet Maasai families and see how they live beside the wildlife.

Overnight
Private Conservancy Camps, Maasai Mara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Game Drives, game drives
On To SerengetiDay5
Serengeti

On To Serengeti

MorningAfter breakfast, fly from Maasai Mara to Serengeti, with time to take in the landscape on the way.

AfternoonGame Drives: Wide open plains, endless horizons and wildlife in every direction.

Overnight
Mobile Camps, Serengeti
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic flight
Activities
On To Serengeti
Lions On The KopjesDay6
Serengeti

Lions On The Kopjes

MorningGranite outcrops are a favourite lookout for the cats.

AfternoonSignature moment: Migration Herd Watch: Position yourself with your guide on the plains or at a crossing point, and watch the herds gather and move.

Overnight
Mobile Camps, Serengeti
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Lions On The Kopjes, game drives
Guided WalksDay7
Serengeti

Guided Walks

MorningOn the edges of the park, a walk reveals the small things.

AfternoonNights Under Stars: Lantern-lit camps and the sound of the plains at night.

Overnight
Mobile Camps, Serengeti
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Guided Walks, game drives
Game DrivesDay8
Serengeti

Game Drives

MorningWide open plains, endless horizons and wildlife in every direction.

AfternoonLions On The Kopjes: Granite outcrops are a favourite lookout for the cats.

Overnight
Mobile Camps, Serengeti
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Game Drives, game drives
On To Ngorongoro CraterDay9
Ngorongoro Crater

On To Ngorongoro Crater

MorningAfter breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater, with time to take in the landscape on the way.

AfternoonCrater Floor Wildlife: Herds, predators and plenty of drama in a compact setting.

Overnight
Tented Camps, Ngorongoro Crater
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
On To Ngorongoro Crater
Farewell And DepartureDay10
Ngorongoro Crater

Farewell And Departure

MorningOne last slow breakfast and a final look at the view.

AfternoonTransfer to Arusha for your onward flight home, or ask us about adding days on the coast. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again.

Meals
Breakfast
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
Departure
When To Go

The Best Time To Go

Maasai Mara is at its best from Jul – Oct, but this journey works for much of the year. Brighter blocks mean better conditions.

Game viewing, Maasai Mara

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Game viewing, Serengeti

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Game viewing, Ngorongoro Crater

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Dec

Quiet camps and best rates

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FairGoodBest

An honest word. The green months (April, May and November) bring lush landscapes, fewer visitors and the lowest rates. Tell us your dates and we will say honestly what to expect.

Where You Stay

Where You Will Rest

Camps chosen for their position, their welcome and their style. We confirm the exact stays when we shape your proposal.

Check Out All Stays / Camps
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Private Conservancy Camps

Quiet land shared with local landowners, with night drives, walking safaris and far fewer vehicles at each sighting.

  • Maasai Mara
  • Hot Air Balloon Flights
Ask about this stay →
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Mobile Camps

Smaller camps that move with the migration for the closest views.

  • Serengeti
  • Hot Air Balloons
Ask about this stay →
Tented Camps, Ngorongoro Crater03

Tented Camps

Small camps with a personal touch and cosy fires.

  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Black Rhino
Ask about this stay →
Rates

What It Costs

Indicative prices per person sharing, on full board. We confirm the exact figure in your written proposal.

Apr – May, Nov

Green Season

$6,300per person sharing

Green and quiet, with the lowest rates.

Jan – Mar, Jun

Shoulder

$7,350per person sharing

Good weather, good value and fewer vehicles.

Jul – Oct, Dec

Peak Season

$8,450per person sharing

The best wildlife viewing and the most demand. Book early.

Single-room supplements apply. Children travel at reduced rates, ask us. Rates may change with camp rates and fuel.

Good To Know

What Is Included, What Is Not

Included

  • Meet and greet and all airport and airstrip transfers
  • Accommodation as listed, on full board
  • House drinks, soft drinks and bottled water in camp
  • Daily game drives with a private guide in a 4x4 with a window seat for each guest
  • Scheduled and charter flights between camps as listed
  • Dedicated time at the river crossings
  • All park, conservancy and activity fees
  • Private bush breakfast or dinner at least once
  • Emergency medical evacuation cover (AMREF)

Not Included

  • International flights to and from East Africa
  • Visas and electronic travel authorisations
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guides and camp staff (about $15 per person per day)
  • Premium spirits, champagne and personal purchases
  • Optional activities not listed
  • Single-room supplement
Know Before You Go

Pack Light, Travel Smart

The small stuff that makes a big difference. Tap a topic for the details, and ask us anything we have missed.

The Great Migration
Questions?We reply within a day, usually sooner.
Ask Us Anything
Getting There

Fly into Nairobi (Jomo Kenyatta) and we meet you at arrivals. Please arrive the day before your safari if you can, so a late flight never costs you a game drive.

Baggage

Light aircraft take soft bags only, with a limit of 15 kg per person including camera gear and hand luggage. We store spare bags safely.

What To Pack

Neutral layers, a warm fleece for early drives, a sun hat, sunglasses and good binoculars. Evenings are cool and days are warm.

Health And Safety

A yellow fever certificate may be needed if you come from a risk country. Ask your doctor about malaria cover. Our guides carry first-aid kits and radios.

Visas And Entry

This journey crosses between Kenya and Tanzania. Most visitors need a visa or eTA for each country, and the East Africa Tourist Visa may cover Kenya and Uganda. We guide you through the exact rules for your passport.

Tipping

Tips are a kind way to say thanks. A guide is about $15 per person per day, with a shared tip for camp staff at each camp.

Good Questions

This Safari, Answered

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