The Great Migration Safari

The Great Migration Safari

Africa

Durations

14 days

Difficulty

Adventure | Safari

Min Age

21+

 About this trip  

This is a packaged small group trip with a pre-arranged itinerary.  You will meet other like minded travelers on this trip when you reach your destination. You will have your own lodging and transportation with shared tour and dining experiences.

If you would like to experience this trip privately select "book this trip and customize it for me" in the trip interest form and our team will share a the cost for custom travel planning. 

Everyone should witness the Great Migration once in their life. From migrating zebras and wildebeest to the predators that shadow them in Kenya and Tanzania...there’s no better way to experience it than on by safari. Fly between the region’s most abundant parks and private reserves for unrivaled animal sightings with expert guides, ending each day at the best boutique camps and lodges.

The best time to visit 

For a safari experience that aligns with the Great Migration, planning your trip between June and October is ideal. This period not only showcases the river crossings but also coincides with the dry season, making wildlife viewing more predictable as animals gather around limited water sources.

It's essential to note that the migration's timing can vary annually based on rainfall patterns. ​The Great Migration is a year-round event, with the herds moving in a continuous cycle through Tanzania and Kenya.

Trip highlights 

  • Experience six nights in the heart of Great Migration country, three each in the Serengeti and the Maasai Mara 
  • Three-night stay on the Mara River at enchanting Olonana Lodge
  • Dedicated safari guides lead you on every game drive
  • Custom-made vehicles offer an unobstructed view from every seat, ensuring memorable views of the Big Five and other species 
  • Immerse yourself in both the modern and traditional aspects of daily local life, with visits to a Maasai village as well as a typical town, for a unique, culturally immersive experience 

 


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This trip is designed to give you the best possible experience. We prioritize sustainability and responsible tourism practices. 

you will arrive in Nairobi and your private driver will transfer to your luxurious hotel, Heminway's Nairobi.

Today, drive to Amboseli National Park at the base of soaring, snowcapped Mount Kilimanjaro, which, at 19,341 feet, is the highest freestanding mountain in the world. Setout in search of the region’s spectacular wildlife. Amboseli’s huge draw is its elephants. Watch as big herds roam the dusty plains, including “tuskers,” large, older bulls who have grown impressive tusks. This evening, gather with fellow guests for a welcome dinner.

Accomodation: TAWI LODGE

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Explore wildlife-rich Amboseli National Park. In addition to watching elephants up close from a safari vehicle that seats just six (so that every guest enjoys a window seat) and view other game such as giraffes, Cape buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and, occasionally, lions.

After savoring a morning on safari, break for lunch. This afternoon, head out again for another game drive that reveals even more of East Africa's natural wonders.

Accomodation: TAWI LODGE

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

After crossing the border into Tanzania, stop for lunch in Arusha. Then, board a flight to Tarangire National Park and settle into your luxurious accommodations. Set in a secluded area of the park for a more exclusive safari experience, ecofriendly Swala Camp is built on raised decks under umbrella acacia trees overlooking a popular watering hole.

The layout is open, with resident impala often grazing in camp. Wide panoramas of wooded savanna stretch in every direction in, which is nurtured by the permanent Tarangire River and populated by abundant big game. Its landscape also hosts a large bird population. Tonight, you will enjoy a relaxing dinner at the camp.

Accomodation: Swala Camp

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Embark on morning and afternoon game drives to explore Tarangire National Park and its stunning concentration of animals — herds of elephants, impala and zebra. Look, too, for pythons and the twitching tail of a leopard hiding in high branches.

This afternoon, partake in a Chef's Table experience, a cooking demonstration of local dishes such as ugali, makande and kachumbari.

Accomodation: SWALA CAMP

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Learn how Tanzanians live today, exploring a local village, strolling the local market to see the colorful produce on display. Afterward, head to your restful luxury lodge, set near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, for lunch. This afternoon, enjoy one of these activities that you choose to experience today!

  • Walk with a Maasai Healer, discovering the uses of over 20 different indigenous plants in the Ngorongoro forest. 
  • Bicycle Village Streets and Back Roads, getting a feel for life as the locals live it. 
  • Enjoy a Traditional High Tea on the veranda overlooking the gardens at Gibb's Farm; meet the artist-in-residence.

Settle in for a tranquil evening and overnight stay.

Accomodation: GIBB'S FARM

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater to explore the panoramic, game-rich prairies of this ancient volcanic caldera. With its crater walls nearly 2,000 feet high, Ngorongoro offers the safari experience of a lifetime. Observe profuse and diverse wildlife roaming freely in an authentic "Lost World,” where it's possible to encounter every member of the Big Five in a single day.

Enjoy lunch al fresco in this UNESCO World Heritage Site before returning to your lodge.

Accomodation: GIBB'S FARM

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Fly to Serengeti National Park, a vast Tanzanian landscape that during part of the year hosts one of earth's greatest wildlife spectacles: the annual Great Migration, when millions of herbivores trek across the Serengeti plains in search of water and fresh grass.

Accomodation: FOUR SEASONS SAFARI LODGE SERENGETI

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Today's adventure may reveal giraffes, wildebeest, elephants and far more on morning and afternoon game drives.

Accomodation: FOUR SEASONS SAFARI LODGE SERENGETI

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Immerse yourself once more in this incredible setting, as you track cheetahs, buffalo or lions on the vast, golden grasslands of the Serengeti.

Accomodation: FOUR SEASONS SAFARI LODGE SERENGETI

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Fly to the Maasai Mara, the northern extension of the Serengeti. After settling into your accommodation on a private stretch of the Mara River, set out on an afternoon game drive. Follow the Mara River to see crocodiles basking in the sun, hippos as they wallow in muddy water and monkeys sparking mischief overhead.

You may also see more than 400 species of birds. During your time in the Mara, enjoy the peace of mind that comes with staying at Olonana Lodge, one of the finest safari lodges in all of Africa. Tonight, you'll enjoy a Scenic Sundowner, followed by an elegant dinner.

OLONANA LODGE, AN A&K SANCTUARYBREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Rise early if you wish for an optional hot air balloon ride (at an additional cost), floating peacefully above the game-dotted plains of the Mara.

Explore the open savanna, woodlands and tree-fringed rivers of the Maasai Mara on morning and afternoon game drives, where patience is rewarded with unique sightings such as a leopard retrieving a kill from an acacia or an elephant protecting its young from a lion.

Amid the stunning scenery, watch as Maasai tribesmen traverse the plains or herd goats and cattle.

Accomodation: OLONANA LODGE

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Continue roaming the Mara, keeping your eyes trained for elephants, zebra and lions as well as a variety of gazelle species. Connect with local residents when you visit a village and primary school supported by A&K Philanthropy.

Learn firsthand how our partner tour provider is changing lives by providing locals access to safe, clean drinking water, on an inspiring exclusive experience. This evening, gather for a farewell dinner and culminate the amazing experiences you had on the safari.

Accomodation: OLONANA LODGE

Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Fly back to Nairobi and enjoy the afternoon at leisure in a comfortable dayroom. In the evening, transfer to the airport for your departure flight back home.

Included: BREAKFAST

Included in your trip package 

  • Transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles 
  • Accommodation as specified 
  • Meals as listed in the itinerary
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing as indicated
  • Game viewing activities as specified
  • English-Speaking Local Guides
  • Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
  • Luggage Handling
  • Valet® Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Entrance Fees, Taxes, and All Gratuities Except Safari Driver-guides
  • Internal Air Included (Economy Class, $2,300 value) Arusha/Tarangire; Manyara/Serengeti/Tarime; Migori/Maasai Mara/Nairobi

Excluded 

  • Visa processing fees (if you are traveling into the US from an international destination)
  • Passport fees
  • Meals outside of included dining
  • Personal shopping or incidental expenses
  • Personal travel upgrades
  • Transportation outside of the itinerary
  • International flights to Africa

PLEASE NOTE: Travel insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement per our tour provider partner in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. 

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