13-Day Grand Migration Safari to Kenya & Tanzania
Overview
This 13-day safari traces the great migration from the Masai Mara to the Serengeti and into Ndutu, the ultimate highlight where wildebeest calving season and predator action create unforgettable drama. You’ll witness millions of animals on the move across sweeping plains, a spectacle unlike anything else in nature. Alongside this migration experience, you’ll also explore the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire’s elephant-rich landscapes. This luxury adventure is a bucket-list experience for all.
Tour Features
Private tour
Can start any day
Can be customized
Suitable for solo travelers
Minimum age of 12 years
Itinerary In Details
Day 1-2
Your Adventure Begins – Journey to the Iconic Masai Mara
Arrive in Nairobi, where your private safari guide greets you and sets out with you on a scenic 4 to 5-hour drive across the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and a short rest before heading out on your first afternoon game drive. The wide-open plains are alive with wildlife, from elephants and giraffes to prides of lions preparing for their evening hunt, giving you an incredible introduction to the magic of Africa.
Spend the following day fully immersed in the Mara. With both morning and afternoon game drives, you’ll follow the wildebeest and zebra herds, watch predators stalking the savannah, and marvel at the variety of wildlife that makes this reserve world famous. Your guide will tailor the drives to maximize your migration sightings while also showing you elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, and the many smaller animals that call the Mara home. Evenings at your lodge bring sundowners, fine meals, and unforgettable sounds of the African night.
Main Location: Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation: Entim Mara Camp – Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals: All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3-4
Onward to the Legendary Serengeti
On day 3, drive north toward the Isebania border, passing through small towns and scenic hillsides before completing your passport formalities. From there, continue south into Tanzania and enjoy lunch on the way before entering the Serengeti. The drive is essentially a game drive in itself, offering glimpses of elephants, antelopes, and giraffes before you arrive at your lodge in the evening, just in time to check in, relax, and enjoy dinner.
The next day is devoted to exploring the Serengeti’s incredible plains. Choose between a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch or morning and afternoon drives, returning to your lodge during the midday heat. Either way, you’ll find yourself in the middle of one of Africa’s most legendary wildlife regions, encountering lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, and the ever-shifting herds of wildebeest and zebra. As the sun sets, return to your lodge to unwind after a thrilling day on safari.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge – Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals: All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5-6
Ndutu and the Great Wildebeest Migration
On day 5, set out on a game drive through the Serengeti en route to your lodge in the Ndutu area, one of the most famous migration hubs. The journey itself is packed with sightings, and by midday, you’ll arrive at your lodge in time for lunch. After a short rest, head out on an afternoon game drive to track the massive herds that fill the Ndutu plains during this season. It’s a breathtaking sight as thousands of animals graze, move, and interact across the open landscape.
Day 6 is dedicated entirely to the great migration in Ndutu. Your guide will take you to the best vantage points, whether you opt for a full-day excursion with a picnic lunch or morning and afternoon drives. The action here is intense—predators shadow the herds, calves are born in staggering numbers, and lions, hyenas, and cheetahs are never far away. Few places on earth deliver such a raw, powerful display of nature’s cycle of life. Return each evening to your lodge for a delicious dinner.
Main Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP, Tanzania)
Accommodation: Masek Tented Lodge – Luxury tented camp inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP, Tanzania)
Meals: All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7-8
The Garden of Eden of Africa – The Ngorongoro Crater
On day 7, journey out of Ndutu with a scenic 3 to 4-hour drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the famous crater for a private bush lunch before continuing on an afternoon game drive across this breathtaking natural amphitheater. The crater floor teems with over 25,000 animals, including elephants, wildebeest, zebras, flamingos, and some of the last remaining black rhinos in East Africa. By evening, you’ll arrive at your lodge on the crater rim to enjoy dinner and sweeping views.
The following day brings another opportunity to explore the crater, either on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch or with a morning drive followed by a relaxing afternoon at your lodge. It is one of the most concentrated wildlife areas in the world and a highlight of any safari. Evenings here are unforgettable, with sunsets glowing across the crater rim and the quiet majesty of the landscape stretching beneath you.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw Camp – Luxury tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals: All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9-10
Tarangire and the Land of Lions and Baobab Trees
On day 9, enjoy a short 2 to 3-hour drive into Tarangire National Park, a quieter but equally rewarding destination famed for its ancient baobab trees and immense herds of elephants. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and some relaxation before setting out on your first afternoon game drive in this uniquely beautiful park.
Day 10 offers both morning and afternoon game drives in Tarangire. Your guide will lead you through river valleys, rolling savannahs, and groves of towering baobabs. The park is home to lions, buffalo, giraffes, and abundant birdlife, but its true claim to fame is the sight of elephants gathering in herds of over 100, an awe-inspiring experience that defines Tarangire’s magic. After a day filled with incredible encounters, return to your lodge to enjoy the tranquility of this special place.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation: Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp – Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP (Tanzania)
Meals: All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 11-12
To the Shadows of Mount Kilimanjaro – Amboseli
On day 11, cross the border back into Kenya, traveling through scenic countryside to reach your lodge in time for a late lunch. In the afternoon, set out on a game drive to discover the wildlife-rich landscapes, where open savannahs, rivers, and acacia woodlands provide a home for elephants, lions, zebras, and more.
The following day offers both morning and afternoon game drives with your private guide. Depending on your interests, you might focus on tracking predators, watching elephants roam the plains, or seeking out more elusive species. With the flexibility of a private safari, the pace and focus are entirely yours. As the sun sets on your final full day of safari, savor the magic of the wilderness one last time before your journey home.
Main Destination: Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
Accommodation: Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli – Luxury tented camp located inside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Meals: All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 13
Farewell to Africa
After breakfast, enjoy a 3-hour drive back to Nairobi, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or directly at the airport. Carry with you unforgettable memories of migration drama, predator action, and Africa’s most iconic landscapes, knowing you’ve experienced the very best of Kenya and Tanzania.
Main Destination: Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
- Drinks not included
Price Include
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
Price Exclude
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
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Safari Highlights
Maasai Mara
Best Time To Visit: June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season: June to October and December to March
Best Weather: June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)
Activities & Transportation
Activities: Game Drive
Game drives: pop-up roof 4×4 vehicle
A transfer from and back to the airport is included