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- Kenya and Tanzania Overland Safari - 14 Days
- Affordable 3-Day Budget Luxury Masai Mara Safari in Kenya - With Free Night at Nairobi Hotel
- 13 Days Kenya And Tanzania Budget Camping Safari 4x4 Jeep
- 7 Days, 6 Nights Safari To Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha And Amboseli Safari With Complimentary First Night Accommodation at After 40 Hotel Nairobi.
- Northern Tanzania Luxury Safari
- Kenya Tanzania and Zanzibar Safari + Beach
- 12 Days Across the Kenya Wilderness Safari
- 5-Day Tanzania Luxury Safari with Balloon in Serengeti
- Serengeti Safari - (PRIVATE TRIP)
- 9-Days Budget safari in the wild including 2 nights in Serengeti and 3 days in Zanzibar.
Kenya and Tanzania Overland Safari - 14 Days
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We saw so much wildlife from the Masai Mara to Amboseli National Park. The accommodations were great including the 2 camp sites and the food was plentiful and delicious.”
deborah, traveled in June
Over 1.5 million wildebeest cross the Mara River alongside zebras and gazelles during their remarkable journey through Serengeti and Masai Mara. Expert guides track seasonal wildlife movements across these iconic parks.
Duration 14 days Destinations Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli National Park, Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Africa Venture Safaris From
- NZ$4,961
Affordable 3-Day Budget Luxury Masai Mara Safari in Kenya - With Free Night at Nairobi Hotel
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A lovely experience that is worth it.”
Ronny, traveled in October
The magnificent wildebeest migration crosses Masai Mara's plains, viewable from Masai Mara Sopa Lodge. Dawn and dusk game drives offer optimal migration sightings with expert guides tracking seasonal movements.
Duration 3 days Destinations Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Naivasha Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Bonvoyage Kenya Safaris From
- NZ$600
13 Days Kenya And Tanzania Budget Camping Safari 4x4 Jeep
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great landscape, great Masai people - colourful. This team is serious about making holidays as really as it is.”
Chienyu, traveled in August
Moving across Masai Mara and Serengeti's endless plains, the Great Migration offers dramatic river crossings and predator encounters. Miti Mingi Eco Camp and Seronera Campsite serve as bases while expert guides ensure optimal viewing.
Duration 13 days Destinations Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli National Park, Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, French, Spanish Operator Exciting Africa Holidays From $6,875
20% Off- NZ$5,500+$1,758 local paymentsYou save $1,375
7 Days, 6 Nights Safari To Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha And Amboseli Safari With Complimentary First Night Accommodation at After 40 Hotel Nairobi.
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“An excellent safari package for the money! Each park was a unique experience with many animals and beautiful scenery.”
Travis, traveled in September
Millions of wildebeest and zebra cross Maasai Mara, viewed perfectly from Miti Mingi Eco Camp. Observe predators following the herds, add dawn balloon safaris for approx. $380, and capture dramatic river crossings during peak migration season.
Duration 7 days Destinations Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Perfect Wilderness Tours And Safaris From
20% Off- NZ$3,812
Northern Tanzania Luxury Safari
48 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The stunning parks teeming with diverse wildlife and birdlife, breathtaking landscapes.”
Alexia, traveled in June
The majestic wildebeest migration crosses Serengeti's plains in this intimate safari. Professional guides track herds from Seronera River to prime locations, while Serengeti Safari Lodge offers premium viewing. Small groups of 6 persons maximum ensure personal attention.
Duration 7 days Destinations Moshi, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French Operator Zara Tours (Zara Tanzania Adventures) From
20% Off- NZ$5,570+$157 upfront costs
Kenya Tanzania and Zanzibar Safari + Beach
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The accommodations were 5-star hotels and lodges, the safari was incredible and great.”
TheMichaels, traveled in May
The grand wildebeest migration flows through Serengeti's northern Seronera region. Over 2 million wildebeest plus zebras and gazelles move across the plains, with predators in pursuit. Strategic positioning at Seronera Wildlife Lodge ensures prime viewing.
Duration 10 days Destinations Nairobi, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli National Park, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Zanzibar Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Africa Venture Safaris From
20% Off- NZ$10,095
12 Days Across the Kenya Wilderness Safari
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The whole experience was just satisfying, we shall forever cherish the memories.”
JadeHurt, traveled in June
Prime views of the wildebeest migration in Maasai Mara await at Mara Sopa Lodge. Follow herds across the Mara River, observe predator interactions, and add optional hot air balloon safaris over the migration route for approx. $450 per person.
Duration 14 days Destinations Nairobi, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, Tsavo East National Park, Mombasa Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Africa Venture Safaris From
20% Off- NZ$9,486
5-Day Tanzania Luxury Safari with Balloon in Serengeti
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“He knows all the spots where you can see the animals. even the rare animals.”
di, traveled in January
The legendary wildebeest migration flows through Serengeti National Park, with strategic game drives and balloon safaris offering aerial perspectives. Expert guides track over 2 million wildebeest and zebra, while luxury stays at Ole Serai Camp provide front-row migration viewing.
Duration 5 days Destinations Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Mto Wa Mbu Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Travel Africa Safari Agency From
20% Off- NZ$6,057
Serengeti Safari - (PRIVATE TRIP)
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The arrangements at the lodges and the experience made the trip memorable and unforgettable.”
Maryellen, traveled in February
Strategic positioning at Ang'ata Serengeti Lodge provides perfect views of wildebeest herds crossing Serengeti plains with zebras and gazelles. Expert guides locate optimal viewing spots for lions and cheetahs following the migration.
Duration 8 days Destinations Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area Age Range Ages 10+ Operator OneSeed Expeditions From
20% Off- NZ$12,462
9-Days Budget safari in the wild including 2 nights in Serengeti and 3 days in Zanzibar.
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Tanzania is a paradise. I would recomended it.”
Ramon, traveled in December
The majestic wildebeest migration sweeps across Serengeti's endless plains, with expert guides tracking herd movements. Strategic positioning at Seronera Campsite offers optimal viewing of river crossings and predator interactions during peak migration season.
Duration 9 days Destinations Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Zanzibar Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator African Polecat Safaris From
20% Off- NZ$5,531
What people love about Great Migration Tours
- Affordable 3-Day Budget Luxury Masai Mara Safari in Kenya - With Free Night at Nairobi Hotel
Well planned safari from the pick up at airport to drop off in Nairobi Kenya. The 14 of us enjoyed our group tour with very experienced driver guide Mr Dennis, who took us round for the best wildebeest migration views at the Masai Mara river. Accommodation at Enkorok Mara Camp was amazing with good food. We strongly advice the use of this company BON VOYAGE KENYA.
- Kenya and Tanzania Overland Safari - 14 Days
This is not the first time, I have been travelling to East Africa. I travel at least once in a year with my family to explore the wildlife safaris, as we are very fond of African Safaris. But whenever, we plan a tour to East Africa, Nancy Yogo of East Point Safari Bookers is our first & last choice. She is like a family. She takes very good care of us & with her perfect guidance, we have been able to explore & discover the real east african safaris. We had a lifetime experience with Nancy with the host of safari packages which she offered - Maasai mara safaris, Nairobi Day tours, Tanzania camping safari, Uganda gorilla safaris, Mombasa beach holidays, Kenya wildlife Safaris, Masai Mara balloon safaris What a marvellous tour operators & guide. I would recommend all to book a safari tour with Nancy Yogo of East Point Safari Bookers.
- Northern Tanzania Luxury Safari
I chose Zara tours after a lot of online research because they had very many good comments and it was a fantastic decision. Unfortunately, 3 weeks before our trip my son broke his foot and we could not travel in April as we had planned. I notified the company who agreed to re-schedule our trip to late August without any additional charges. Staying at the conveniently located different Zara properties was a great idea because we enjoyed the same excellent services at Highview Coffee Lodge in Karatu, Serengeti Safari Lodge in the middle of Serengeti and Ngorongoro Wildcamp in Ngorongoro. Oscar our guide was awesome; he drove carefully and was excellent at finding animals. He was knowledgeable about the myriad species of animals that we saw. Some nice encounters were finding a leopard snoozing up a tree with its half-eaten prey next to it, many lion prides in Ngorongoro and Serengeti, lots of giraffes, ostriches, zebras, hyenas, 2 black rhinos and many other animals. I cannot say enough good things about Zara Tours and I recommend this company
What our customers ask about Great Migration Safaris
When is the best time to witness the Great Migration in East Africa?
The Great Migration moves between Tanzania and Kenya throughout the year. The best viewing is from July to October in the Masai Mara and December to March in the Serengeti. If you want to see the dramatic Mara River crossings, plan your trip for August. For calving season, visit the Southern Serengeti in February when temperatures reach 85°F (29°C). One TourRadar traveler recalls: "the migration herds were spectacular in Northern Serengeti" while another was amazed watching "thousands of wildebeest and zebras thundering across the plains."
What wildlife can I see during a Great Migration safari?
You'll see over a million wildebeest migrate alongside about 200,000 zebras, with predators following close behind. The 150-mile (240-kilometer) stretch of savanna is home to elephants, giraffes, lions, leopards and more than 500 types of birds. As one traveler put it: "We saw all the big 5 plus many other animals including huge elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, and thousands of wildebeests."
How close can I get to the migrating herds?
You'll ride in special 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs that let you get nice and close while staying safe. At Mara River crossing points, you can watch from about 50 feet (15 meters) away, following park rules. TourRadar travelers say the views are incredible - "We had front row seats to epic animal encounters" and the guides "position us in the best way to view the wildlife encounters."
How physically demanding are Great Migration safaris?
These safaris are pretty easy going. You'll spend most of your time watching wildlife from vehicles, with some optional walking at camps and village visits. Each day includes about 6-8 hours of game drives on rough roads. You might need to wake up early for special activities like balloon rides. One traveler who stayed at Serengeti Safari Lodge mentioned: "The vehicle was spacious, comfortable and had a good suspension system to ease the African massage."
What cultural experiences come with Great Migration tours?
You can visit Maasai villages, see traditional customs, and browse local markets, especially around Ngorongoro. One traveler shared their experience: "We visited the Hadzabe tribe which was quite interesting and enriching. Its a bit pricey at USD 20 but very interesting to see their traditional hunting techniques and learn about their culture."
What types of places can I stay during Great Migration tours?
You can choose from fancy lodges to safari tents. Mara Enkorok Luxury Camp offers comfortable tents with real beds and private bathrooms. For a more traditional feel, try Serengeti Wildebeest Camp. If you're watching your budget, places like Simba Campsite in Ngorongoro work well. For luxury, Amboseli Sopa Lodge gives you modern comforts plus amazing views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
How many days should I plan for a Great Migration safari?
Trips usually run between 3 and 14 days. You can do a quick 3-4 day visit to the Masai Mara, or spend 10-14 days exploring both Kenya and Tanzania. TourRadar travelers suggest staying at least 3 full days in the Masai Mara to really experience the migration. Longer trips, like the 13-day Kenya and Tanzania Budget Glamping Safari, give you time to visit several parks and better chances to see river crossings.