8 Days wildebeest migration Safari Tanzania and Kenya

The 8 days wildebeest migration safari is a cross-border wildlife adventure designed to give you the best chance of witnessing the world famous Great Migration across East Africa. This journey combines two of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and the Maasai Mara National reserve in Kenya

Your Journey Mapped Out

Explore Tanzania’s top safari parks in a short but rewarding adventure.

  1. DAY 1 Arrival in Arusha, Tanzania
  2. DAY 2 Arusha to Tarangire National Park
  3. DAY 3 Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
  4. DAY 4 Full Day Serengeti (Migration Tracking)
  5. DAY 5 Serengeti to Masai Mara (Kenya)
  6. DAY 6 Full Day Masai Mara Safari
  7. DAY 7 Masai Mara to Nairobi
  8. DAY 8 - Departure

Day1: Arrival in Arusha Tanzania

Arrive in Arusha, the gateway to your safari adventure. You will be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the lodge or explore the town. In the evening, enjoy a detailed safari briefing about the journey ahead. Prepare for an exciting wildlife experience across Tanzania and Kenya.

Accommodation

Kibo Palace Hotel

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire national park, a park famous for its large elephant herds and giant baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive through diverse landscapes filled with wildlife. Spot animals such as lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and various bird species. The Tarangire River attracts animals year-round, making it an excellent location for wildlife viewing. Later, head to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation

Tarangire Safari Lodge

Day 3: Tarangire to Serengeti national park

Begin your journey towards Serengeti national Park, passing through beautiful highlands and scenic countryside. Enjoy wildlife sightings along the way as you enter the vast Serengeti plains. This park is world renowned for its incredible wildlife density and endless landscapes. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive to start experiencing the magic of the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight at your camp or lodge.

Accommodation

Seronera Public Campsite

Day 4: Full day Serengeti (Migration Tracking)

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti, focusing on the Great Wildebeest Migration. Witness thousands of wildebeests and zebras moving across the plains in search of fresh grazing. Predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas are often nearby, creating dramatic wildlife encounters. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives with a picnic lunch in the bush. This is one of the most exciting and memorable days of your safari.

Accommodation

Serena Lodge

Day 5: Serengeti to Maasai Mara(Kenya)

After an early breakfast, depart for the border crossing into Kenya. Continue your journey to the famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, an extension of the Serengeti ecosystem. Enjoy game viewing along the way as you enter this wildlife rich reserve. The Masai Mara is well known for its big cats and migration river crossings. Arrive in the evening and settle into your lodge or camp.

Accommodation

Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge

Day 6: Full day Maasai Mara Safari(Kenya)

Enjoy a full day of game drives in the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s best safari destinations. Depending on the season, you may witness dramatic wildebeest crossings at the Mara River. The reserve is also home to the Big Five and a wide variety of other wildlife species. Capture stunning photos of the open savannah and abundant animals. Return to your lodge in the evening for relaxation and dinner

Accommodation

Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge

Day 7: Maasai Mara to Nairobi City

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and travel to Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital city. Enjoy scenic views of the Great Rift Valley along the way. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon and transfer to your hotel. You can relax or explore optional attractions depending on your schedule. This marks the end of your safari adventure in the wild.

Accommodation

Boma Nairobi Hotel

Day 8: Departure

After breakfast, enjoy some free time at your hotel before your transfer to the airport. Depending on your flight time, you may do some last minute shopping or sightseeing. Your guide will assist with the transfer and ensure a smooth departure. Leave with unforgettable memories of the Great Migration and East Africa’s wildlife. End of your incredible safari journey

No Accommodation

Included

  • Professional mountain guides, porters, and cook
  • Park fees and rescue fees
  • Camping equipment
  • All meals during the trek
  • Drinking water
  • Transfers to and from the mountain
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Excluded

  • nternational and domestic flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal trekking gear
  • Tips for guides and porters
  • Personal expenses
  • Extra accommodation before or after the trek