8 Days Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari Adventures

8 Days Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari Adventures

$2,822 (Per Adult)

$353 (Per Adult) / Day

(Includes)

  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Accomodation
  • Sightseeing

Duration8 day(s)

LocationKenya

Start PointNairobi

End PointNairobi

AvailabilitySep 14 , 2019 to Sep 30 , 2027

Summary

8 Days Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari Adventures is an amazing and unforgettable experience for every traveler. This safari adventure combines the unfolding drama of the wildebeest migration on the majestic plains of the Masai Mara with various safari activities such as balloon safari and the Masai village visit. Masai Mara Wildebeest migration receives a lot of attention globally. Top wildlife enthusiasts travel miles to come and capture on film the whole thing as it happens. This safari is a well-documented spectacle that you have probably heard from one source or another, but it is difficult to comprehend just how breath-taking this display is without witnessing it first-hand. Simply put, the Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari Adventures is one of the most stunning events that you could ever wish to see. On top of this, it’s not just wildebeest that you will be watching, expect to see all the diverse wildlife that Africa has to offer whilst embarking on your Wildebeest Migration safari. A Safari with our Maasai Guides is a life-changing experience that will provide you with a deeper, more meaningful understanding of the intricate details of the Maasai Mara ecosystem.

Package Includes

Extensive Game drives All meals included while on safari Full Board Accommodation while on Safari All applicable Game Park entrance fees Safari vehicles carry mineral water Guaranteed window seating with open top for easy photography Guaranteed departures for two or more passengers booking this safari Professional Photographic Safari guide Round trip transport from Nairobi to and Back Transport in 4×4 Toyota Mini Van

Package Excludes

International Airfare A visit to a Masai Village Accommodations in Nairobi Cost of obtaining passport and visas Gratuity for your professional driver guide, Porterage/ waiters at hotels Sundowner bush cocktails and bush dinner Membership in Flying Doctors Society – Emergency air rescue Optional Hot Air Ballooning (cost per person is 470 US Dollars), Nature walks etc Personal expenses such traveling insurance, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include, laundry, emails, faxes and phone calls beverages including luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, wines during meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary

Activities

  • Animal Tracking
  • Ballooning
  • Bird Photography
  • Evening Drives
  • General Photography
  • Landscape photography
  • Wilderness Trail
  • Wildlife Photography
  • Game drive
  • Bird Watching
  • Culture
  • Photo-safari

Places

  • Maasai Mara, Kenya
  • Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
  • Mount Kenya, Kenya

Physical Condition

  • Normal Physical Condition

Connectivity

  • WiFi and phone coverage at most lodges

Day-by-day Description

Day 1Nairobi – Aberdare National Park

Activities Included

Bird Photography Cheetah Tracking Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture Photo-safari Animal Tracking Morning Drives Ballooning Evening Drives

We'll depart Nairobi in the morning and drive to Aberdare National Park or Mt. Kenya National Park arriving in time for lunch. After lunch and tea, we'll set off for the Ark tree lodge, located in the forest on mountain slopes of the Aberdare Mountains at 7,000 feet. This outstanding lodge offers high altitude game viewing, including animals that are rarely encountered elsewhere: giant forest hog, bush pig, tree hyrax, large spotted Genet, and the elusive bongo. Wildlife can be observed from different levels – and from outside where you can see, hear and smell everything and inside, where you can sit with a cup of tea and stay warm and cozy.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

  • Transfer

Location

Aberdare National Park, Ndaragwa, Kenya

Travel Time: 6 hrs

Day 2Aberdare National Park - Sweetwaters National Park

Activities Included

Bird Photography Cheetah Tracking Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture Photo-safari Animal Tracking Morning Drives Ballooning Evening Drives

Today we travel to the exotic Sweetwaters Tented Camp or Porini Rhino Camp in the secluded heart of Ol Pejeta Ranch and Rhino Reserve. Here, these magnificent beasts are given sanctuary from those who would take their lives to sell their horns. We will also have our dinner here and stay overnight.

Location

Sweetwaters Serena Camp, Nanyuki, Kenya

Travel Time: 8 hrs

Day 3Sweetwaters – Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park

Activities Included

Bird Photography Cheetah Tracking Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture Photo-safari Animal Tracking Morning Drives Ballooning Evening Drives

After breakfast at the lodge, we'll depart to Lake Nakuru National Park located in the Great Rift Valley arriving in time for lunch at Sarova Woodlands Hotel. After lunch, an exciting game drive is planned for the afternoon. The game in this park is plentiful and magnificent. Your dinner and overnight will be spent at Sarova Woodlands.

Location

Lake Nakuru National Park, Nakuru, Kenya

Travel Time: 7 hrs

Day 4Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara National Park

Activities Included

Bird Photography Cheetah Tracking Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture Photo-safari Animal Tracking Morning Drives Ballooning Evening Drives

After breakfast, we'll drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve arriving in time for lunch at Masai Mara Sarova Luxury Tented Camp. The park is part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest’s migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo, and Rhino. After lunch at our lodge, an afternoon game drive is planned in the park coming back to the lodge in the evening.

Location

Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kampala, Uganda

Travel Time: 8 hrs

Day 5Discover Masai Mara

The search for great predators and perhaps even cubs continues today during our extensive migration game runs. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia trees. We'll return to Mara Sopa Lodge for our dinner and to get some rest.

Location

Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Travel Time: 8 hrs

Day 6Explore Masai Mara Game Reserve

The Masai Mara is one of the greatest wildernesses in the world. Morning and afternoon migration game drives are planned for today. Large mammals are varied, abundant and easy to see. Residents among the mammals of the park are; Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Impala, Zebra, Topi, both the Thomson’s and Grant’s Gazelles. We'll return to the lodge after your fun-filled day with the animals.

Location

Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kampala, Uganda

Travel Time: 6 hrs

Day 7Discover Masai Mara Game Reserve

Today we will spend a full day in the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. The trees in the distance might turn out to be a family of Giraffes. Those clump of bushes a pride of Lions, and the rock that moves a Rhino lumbering out of your way. With diligence and some luck, you may encounter a family of Cheetahs, or a herd of Elephants crossing the path in front of you. Large animals are not the only entertainment – a family of warthogs may amuse you, running as fast as their little legs will carry them until they forget why they are rushing and stop to regroup. We'll then have some dinner at the Mara Sopa Lodge and also get some rest for the next day.

Location

Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Travel Time: 6 hrs

Day 8Masai Mara - Nairobi

You'll enjoy an early morning breakfast at the camp or lodge. Once we checkout, we'll conduct a game drive en-route to Nairobi arriving in time for lunch. This will then conclude the wonderful trip as you board your homebound flight!

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Travel Time: 7 hrs

Offical Visa Regulations and Health Requirements

For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here

https://www.iatatravelcentre.com

Electronic visa application for Kenya: Please use the website www.evisa.go.ke to apply for an electronic eVisa. You may pay by credit card. The visa processing fee is USD 50, and there is a service charge of USD 1. The minimum period you can apply for a Kenyan visa is three months before your travel date. The visa application process involves uploading your passport picture along with your passport photograph. Your visa shall be issued approximately five days after you register. You shall be required to print a copy of your electronic visa, bring it with you for presentation along with your passport on arrival in Kenya. If you have any problems or inquiries related to applying for an electronic visa, please contact the Kenyan Embassy in your country / region.

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8 Days Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari...
Toyota Land Cruiser

4×4 Toyota safari land cruiser are custom designed for safaris. They have a pop-up roof for game viewing and the side is not open but have glass windows to offer you the best views. 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers are perfect for the off road safari.

Adults

$270 Per Adult

Childrens (Under 12)

$0 Per Child

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$2,822 Duration: 8 day(s)

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Destination

Kenya