8-Day Wildebeest Migration from Maasai Mara to Serengeti

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide, who will assist with your luggage and transfer you to your hotel in Nairobi. Kenya’s vibrant capital blends modern city life with rich history, culture, and green spaces, offering a unique balance of urban energy and nature. After check-in, you can relax, refresh, and unwind at your lodge or hotel, taking time to rest and prepare for the remarkable safari adventure that lies ahead.

After breakfast, depart Nairobi for the renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, a scenic four- to five-hour drive through rolling hills, rural villages, and open countryside that reflects everyday Kenyan life. En route, stop at the dramatic Great Rift Valley viewpoint to admire sweeping panoramas of this ancient geological formation and capture memorable photographs. You will arrive in the Maasai Mara in the afternoon and proceed to your lodge for lunch. Later, enjoy a rewarding late-afternoon game drive until sunset, before returning to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Prepare for a full-day game drive in the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s richest wildlife haven. The Mara hosts an extraordinary diversity of animals, including the iconic Big Five-lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino-across vast open plains. You may also witness the dramatic Great Wildebeest Migration, as massive herds move from the Serengeti into the Mara. The highlight is the thrilling Mara River crossing, where wildlife faces powerful currents and crocodiles. After an eventful day, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

After soaking in the morning’s incredible wildlife sightings, you will exit the Masai Mara National Reserve and head towards the border for the next phase of your adventure. Upon arrival at the Isebania border, you will complete the necessary border formalities before crossing into Tanzania.
Awaiting you on the Tanzanian side will be your expert guide, ready to welcome you and introduce you to the wonders of another legendary safari destination-the Serengeti National Park. From here, your journey continues into the heart of the Serengeti, where a whole new world of wildlife and stunning landscapes awaits, ensuring your safari experience remains as thrilling as ever.

After an early breakfast, you will continue your game drive in the northern part of the Serengeti. You may observe the migration's crossing of the Mara River or the large herds moving across the plains. The area is rich with wildlife, and you may also have the chance to spot elusive predators
In the late morning or early afternoon, you’ll head back towards the central Serengeti, where you'll spend the rest of the day exploring different parts of the park. Central Serengeti is teeming with wildlife, and your safari guide will tailor the day’s experience based on your preferences and the movements of the animals. In the evening, you'll relax in the lodge and enjoy a delicious dinner, reflecting on your unforgettable Serengeti experience.

Today, you will head out early for your morning game drive for a chance to witness a magnificent African sunrise in the bush. You'll head out after a cup of coffee and experience the wilderness and
Later, you will head back to camp for breakfast and some relaxation. In the afternoon, you will head out once more for another chance to explore the plains in search of the African wildlife you have come to see as you exit the park and make your way to your accommodation in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the Eighth Wonder of the World. Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before descending into the crater, a breathtaking natural amphitheater formed by a collapsed volcano. The crater floor hosts the Big Five, along with hyenas, cheetahs, wildebeest, and zebras across grasslands, forests, and lakes. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater, then drive to Arusha for overnight.

Today, you will be picked up from the lodge in Arusha before being transferred to the airport for your schedule. Here, the team of Fargin Safaris will say goodbye and wish you all the best.