12 Days

Great Migration Serengeti to Masai Mara

Experience the thrill of Africa’s most iconic wildlife journey on this 12 Days Great Migration Serengeti to Masai Mara. Start in Arusha, then explore the elephant-rich Tarangire, tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the drama of the Great Migration unfold across the endless plains of Serengeti—complete with big cats, river crossings, and unforgettable sunsets.

Travel north to the remote Grumeti region for exclusive game viewing before crossing into Kenya’s legendary Masai Mara. Here, immerse yourself in vibrant savannahs, spot Africa’s Big Five, and enjoy two full days chasing the migration herds. Comfortable lodges, expert guides, and stunning landscapes define this journey.

This is more than a safari — it’s a front-row seat to one of nature’s greatest spectacles. Come for the wildlife, stay for the wonder. Leave with a story that will live in your heart forever.

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival – Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a warm smile from the Solo Safari Update team greets you. You’ll be transferred to your hotel in Arusha, a lively city set against the backdrop of Mount Meru and near the mighty Kilimanjaro. The anticipation builds as you settle in — your safari adventure has officially begun.

Day 2

Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants

After breakfast, meet your guide and set off for Tarangire, a park known for its towering baobab trees and enormous elephant herds. Enjoy a game drive with picnic lunch en route. Keep your eyes peeled for lions, zebras, and the occasional cheetah as you traverse river valleys and open plains. Arrive at your lodge in time for a relaxing evening under African skies.

Day 3

Explore Lake Manyara

Today, explore Lake Manyara National Park, where dramatic escarpments and lush groundwater forests meet alkaline lakes teeming with flamingos. Watch elephants disappear into the forest, spot tree-climbing lions, and marvel at troops of playful baboons. The views and wildlife encounters here are unforgettable.

Day 4

Full Day in the Ngorongoro Crater

Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater — a natural wonder and haven for wildlife. Explore diverse habitats, from acacia forests to open savannah and soda lakes. Spot black rhinos, massive tuskers, lions, and countless other species. The crater’s beauty and biodiversity will stay with you long after you leave.

Day 5

Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti (via Olduvai Gorge)

Journey into the heart of the Serengeti, stopping at Olduvai Gorge — a world-renowned archaeological site revealing secrets of early human history. After lunch at your lodge, enjoy your first game drive in the Serengeti’s central plains, home to lions, leopards, elephants, and more. The golden grasslands stretch endlessly before you.

Day 6

Full Day Serengeti Safari

Begin early with a sunrise game drive, when predators are most active. With luck, you’ll witness thrilling chases or tender moments among herds. Optional: float silently over the plains on a hot-air balloon ride, ending with a champagne bush breakfast. Every moment in the Serengeti feels like a scene from a documentary — but it’s real, and you’re part of it.

Day 7

Serengeti to Grumeti – The Wild Northwest

Head northwest to the remote Grumeti region, a hidden gem known for vast lion prides and fewer crowds. This migration corridor offers a more intimate wildlife experience. Evening game drives or night safaris reveal the Serengeti’s nocturnal side.

Day 8

Grumeti Safari Adventures

Enjoy a full day of game drives, nature walks, or even a balloon ride (optional). Witness the dramatic Grumeti River crossings during migration season, where wildebeest brave crocodile-infested waters. The raw beauty and isolation here are deeply moving.

Day 9

Cross to Kenya – Welcome to the Masai Mara

Today, you cross into Kenya, heading for the legendary Masai Mara. After clearing border formalities, enjoy your first Mara game drive en route to camp. This is predator country — with abundant lions, cheetahs, and leopards alongside wildebeest and zebras. Settle into your riverside camp and soak in the wild sounds of the night.

Day 10 - 11

Safari Activities in Masai Mara

These two full days are spent game viewing in Kenya’s finest wildlife park, the Masai Mara National Reserve. Follow the Great Migration, spot the Big Five, and witness iconic Mara River crossings (seasonal). Wherever you go in the vast Masai Mara you will see an abundance of wildlife such as Masai giraffe, baboons, warthogs, bat eared foxes, grey jackals, spotted hyena, topis, impala, hartebeests, wildebeest. Elephants, buffaloes, zebras and hippos are also found in great numbers. It is also common to see lions either basking after a heavy meal, or surveying the plains for their next meal. Cheetahs and leopards are harder but to spot, but are reasonably common with the park. Sunsets here glow orange across the plains, and our experienced guides bring the landscape to life with their storytelling and tracking skills.

Day 12

Return to Nairobi – Departure

After breakfast, drive to Nairobi via the Rift Valley town of Narok. Stop for lunch before arriving in the afternoon. We’ll transfer you to the airport for your flight home — heart full, memory card full, and soul deeply moved by Africa.