3 Days Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration Joining Safari
These are our 3 Days Masai Mara group joining safari for the 2024 wildebeest migration season which starts in July and ends in September 2024. Prices for this Masai Mara wildebeest migration safari tour start from KSh.18,500 per person sharing for residents and $180 per person sharing for non-residents
Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari Tour Highlights
- African Big Five Sightings
- Tented Camp and Lodge Safari experience
- The Great Wildebeest Migration
- Game Drives
- Picnic Lunch
- Cultural Visit to the Masai Village (optional)
- Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle
About Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration
The Masai Mara Great Wildebeest Migration: A Summary
Nature's spectacle: Every year, the Masai Mara becomes the stage for one of the most incredible wildlife migrations on Earth. More than 2 million wildebeest, along with zebra and gazelle, embark on a clockwise circular journey across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem, covering vast distances in search of greener pastures and water.
Driven by rain: This epic trek isn't random; it's triggered by East Africa's rainy seasons. The wildebeest follow the freshest grazing and water sources, adapting their route based on unpredictable rainfall patterns.
Key stages:
- July-August: Herds move north into the central Serengeti, with some crossing the crocodile-infested Mara River in a dramatic spectacle.
- August-October: They reach the lush plains of the Masai Mara, a crucial time for calving and predator encounters.
- November-February: The herds gradually head south back into the Serengeti as the landscape dries up.
Witnessing the wonder: The best time to see the migration in the Masai Mara is July to October, offering peak predator-prey interactions and potential river crossings. However, nature holds the reins, and the exact timing can vary depending on the rains.
More than just numbers: This awe-inspiring event showcases the resilience of life, the intricate balance of predator and prey, and the raw power of nature. It's a journey filled with drama, survival, and breathtaking moments.
3 Days Masai Mara Joining 4x4 Safari, Wildebeest Migration Tours
Updated NON-RESIDENTS 2024 Prices
| CAMP/RATES | Per Person Sharing | Solo Traveller | Child Rate (3-11 years) | TRAVEL PERIOD |
| Lenchada Tourist Camp (Budget Option) | $170 | $220 | $150 | 1st July - 30th September 2024 |
| Mara Olodare Tented Camp (Budget Option) | $180 | $250 | $155 | 1st July - 30th September 2024 |
| Enkorok Mara Tented Camp | $395 | $500 | $265 | 1st July - 30th September 2024 |
| Masai Mara Sopa Lodge | $475 | $555 | $305 | 1st July - 30th September 2024 |
| Masai Mara Emayian Luxury Camp | $630 | $850 | $380 | 1st July - 30th September 2024 |
Updated RESIDENTS 2024 Prices
| CAMP/RATES | Per Person Sharing | Solo Traveller | Child Rate (3-11 years) | TRAVEL PERIOD |
| Lenchada Tourist Camp (Budget Option) | KSH.18,500 | KSH.23,500 | KSH.16,500 | 1st July - 30th September 2024 |
| Mara Olodare Tented Camp (Budget Option) | KSH.21,500 | KSH.32,500 | KSH.18,000 | 1st July - 30th September 2024 |
| Enkorok Mara Tented Camp | KSH.38,500 | KSH.49,500 | KSH.26,500 | 1st July - 30th September 2024 |
| Masai Mara Sopa Lodge | KSH.42,900 | KSH.58,200 | KSH.26,950 | 1st July - 30th September 2024 |
| Masai Mara Emayian Luxury Camp | KSH.54,500 | KSH.72,500 | KSH.24,500 | 1st July - 30th September 2024 |
- Shared 4x4 safari landcruiser transport from Nairobi CBD and back
- 2 nights accommodation at Enkorok Mara Tented Camp
- Meals on Full Board
- Game Drives on Day 1 and Day 2
- Bottled drinking water
- Services of a professional English-speaking tour driver
- park fees
- drinks
- Items of personal nature
- any other items not mentioned in the inclusions
3 Days Masai Mara Group Joining 4x4 Wildebeest Migration Safari Tours: Itinerary
Day 1 - Nairobi to Masai Mara (6 Hours Drive from Nairobi)
Begin your journey by heading to our central departure point in the Nairobi Central District by 7 am. For those unfamiliar with Nairobi, we can arrange a pickup from your hotel within the city or the airport, with additional charges for this service.
Depart from Nairobi at 8 am, taking Waiyaki Way and making a brief stop at the well-known Great Rift Valley View Point in Limuru. Here, besides having a chance to take a break, you can marvel at the stunning views of the Great Rift Valley—an awe-inspiring geological formation stretching from the Middle East, traversing Africa with a significant portion in East Africa, and concluding in Mozambique in the South. Feel free to capture a few pictures before we continue our journey.
At 1 PM, enjoy lunch at one of the popular tourist restaurants in Narok and proceed to Maasai Mara, arriving no later than 3 PM for our initial evening game drive. Return to the camp/hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. The camp often lights a bonfire for guests to share stories and relax before retiring for the night.
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner. Drinks are not included.
Day 2 - Masai Mara National Reserve Full Day Game Drive
Embark on a full day game drive after an early breakfast. This day focuses on spotting the “big five” wildlife—lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and African buffaloes. Keep your camera ready to capture exciting sightings, including other wildlife such as waterbucks, giraffes, wildebeests, cheetahs, various bird species, and more.
At 1 PM, our guide will take you to a secure area to set up a picnic lunch for you to enjoy.
The afternoon game drive includes a visit to the Mara River, where wildebeests usually cross from July to September. Witness a plethora of hippos and crocodiles. After a fulfilling day, return to your camp in time for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve to Nairobi
Have breakfast and check out of your room by 10 am. Our guide will pick you up from your camp to start the journey back to Nairobi, stopping in Narok for lunch (at your own expense).
Arrive in Nairobi CBD at 4 PM, concluding a remarkable and memorable safari expedition.
Meals Included: Breakfast
