Kenya Safaris

BK02: 10 Nights / 11 Days Kenya Great Migration Safari

Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration & Kenya’s Iconic Wildlife Adventure

Experience one of the world’s greatest natural spectacles on this unforgettable 10 Nights / 11 Days Kenya Great Migration Safari. Designed for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, honeymooners, families, and adventure seekers, this safari combines Kenya’s most celebrated national parks with the breathtaking Great Wildebeest Migration in the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve.

Travel through spectacular landscapes, from the elephant-filled plains of Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro to the dramatic Mara River crossings, the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru, the rugged wilderness of Samburu, and the misty forests of Aberdare National Park. Along the way, enjoy luxurious accommodations, expert-guided game drives, and unforgettable encounters with Africa’s iconic wildlife.

The Great Wildebeest Migration in Kenya

The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of nature’s most spectacular wildlife events and one of the Seven New Wonders of the Natural World. Every year, more than 1.5 million wildebeests, accompanied by hundreds of thousands of zebras and gazelles, migrate between the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya in search of fresh grazing.

The migration reaches Kenya between July and October, when enormous herds gather along the banks of the Mara River, preparing for dramatic river crossings while avoiding giant Nile crocodiles waiting beneath the water. Lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and other predators closely follow the migration, creating extraordinary wildlife viewing opportunities.

The annual cycle begins with the calving season in the southern Serengeti between January and March, before the herds gradually move northward. After spending several months in the Masai Mara, they return to Tanzania around December and January, completing one of the world’s greatest wildlife journeys.

Safari Highlights

  • Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October)
  • Experience dramatic Mara River crossings
  • Search for Africa’s Big Five
  • Enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Visit Lake Nakuru’s famous rhino sanctuary
  • Discover Samburu’s unique northern wildlife
  • Stay at the legendary Treetops Lodge
  • Luxury safari lodges and tented camps throughout
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Customized 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Perfect for families, honeymooners, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and receive a short safari briefing before departing for Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations.

Arrive in time for lunch at Amboseli Sopa Lodge before heading out on your first afternoon game drive. Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds, breathtaking scenery, and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. Keep an eye out for lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, cheetahs, and an impressive variety of birdlife.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge

Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Enjoy a full day exploring the diverse habitats of Amboseli National Park with both morning and afternoon game drives.

Early risers are often rewarded with crystal-clear views of the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro rising majestically above the plains. Throughout the day, your guide will take you to different areas of the park in search of elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, hippos, giraffes, zebras, and countless bird species.

The park’s wetlands, fed by underground streams from Kilimanjaro, attract wildlife throughout the year, making Amboseli one of Kenya’s finest safari destinations.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge

Day 3: Amboseli – Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and drive back to Nairobi for lunch before continuing your journey to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve.

Travel through the spectacular Great Rift Valley, enjoying scenic viewpoints and breathtaking landscapes before arriving at Ashnil Mara Camp.

If time permits, embark on an afternoon game drive in search of the Big Five and other wildlife roaming the vast Mara plains.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp

Days 4–6: Full Days in Masai Mara National Reserve
Spend three unforgettable days exploring the magnificent Masai Mara, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations.

During the migration season, witness one of the most dramatic natural spectacles on Earth as thousands of wildebeests and zebras gather along the Mara River before making daring crossings through crocodile-infested waters.

Your expert safari guide will track wildlife movements daily, giving you the best opportunity to witness thrilling predator-prey interactions and unforgettable photographic moments.

Expect to encounter:

  • Lions
  • Leopards
  • Cheetahs
  • African elephants
  • Buffaloes
  • Rhinos
  • Hyenas
  • Hippos
  • Nile crocodiles
  • Numerous antelope species
  • More than 450 bird species

An optional visit to a traditional Maasai village offers a fascinating insight into local culture, traditions, dances, and daily life.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp

Day 7: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya’s premier wildlife sanctuaries.

Following lunch at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, enjoy an extensive afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is internationally renowned for its successful rhino conservation programme and rich birdlife.

Besides the famous flamingos that occasionally line the shores, the park is home to more than 400 bird species as well as black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, leopards, buffaloes, waterbucks, reedbucks, baboons, and many other animals.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

Day 8: Lake Nakuru – Samburu National Reserve
After breakfast, travel north through Kenya’s beautiful central highlands.

Pause briefly at the spectacular Thomson’s Falls before continuing via Nanyuki, crossing the Equator and descending into the rugged landscapes of Samburu.

Following lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Samburu National Reserve, home to wildlife species rarely seen elsewhere in Kenya.

Look out for the famous Samburu Special Five:

  • Grevy’s Zebra
  • Reticulated Giraffe
  • Beisa Oryx
  • Somali Ostrich
  • Gerenuk

The life-giving Ewaso Nyiro River attracts elephants, crocodiles, lions, leopards, and countless other animals throughout the year.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sarova Samburu Camp

Day 9: Full Day in Samburu National Reserve
Begin the day with an early morning game drive when predators are at their most active.

After breakfast, spend some time relaxing at the lodge. Enjoy the swimming pool, unwind with a good book, or simply take in the peaceful wilderness surroundings before another exciting afternoon safari.

The reserve offers exceptional opportunities to photograph wildlife against dramatic semi-arid landscapes, making it a favourite among wildlife photographers.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sarova Samburu Camp

Day 10: Samburu – Aberdare National Park
After breakfast, depart for Aberdare National Park. Upon arrival at Outspan Hotel in Nyeri, transfer to the famous Treetops Lodge using the lodge’s shuttle vehicle, as private vehicles are not permitted inside this protected area.

Overlooking two floodlit waterholes and a natural salt lick, Treetops Lodge offers remarkable wildlife viewing directly from the comfort of the lodge. Throughout the day and night, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, bushbucks, and occasionally lions visit the waterholes.

Guests can enjoy several observation decks, photographic hides, and even request a wake-up call if one of the Big Five appears during the night. On clear days, the snowy peaks of Mount Kenya provide a stunning backdrop.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Treetops Lodge

Day 11: Aberdare – Nairobi – Departure
After breakfast, transfer back to Outspan Hotel, where you will reconnect with your safari guide before beginning the drive back to Nairobi.

Travel through Kenya’s scenic central highlands and enjoy a complimentary farewell lunch at Safari Park Hotel. Afterwards, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international flight home.

Depart Kenya with unforgettable memories of extraordinary wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch