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4 Days Masai Mara Budget Wildebeest Migration Safari

4 Days Masai Mara Budget Wildebeest Migration Safari

 

Trip duration

4 days/ 3 nights (the best months for river crossings are July, August and September)

 

 

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN KENYA, NAIROBI

Our Masai Mara Budget Wildebeest Migration Safari starts in the capital city of Kenya, Nairobi. This is also the tourism capital of Kenya and hosts hundreds of tourist attraction sites and monuments. The city of Nairobi is also famous for being the only capital city in the world with a national park – Nairobi National Park.

When you land at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, our concierge team will meet you and help you with a transfer to the hotel. Here you will get to relax in the “green city in the sun”, Nairobi’s nick-name; as you wait for your safari to begin.

On this day if you have some free time, you may choose to explore local attractions around Nairobi, or do a game drive in Nairobi National Park.

Night in Nairobi.

DAY 2 AND 3: MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

We shall spend the next days exploring the mighty Masai Mara National Reserve, the epicenter of our Masai Mara Budget Wildebeest Migration Safari. The drive takes us through great scenery as we enjoy Kenya’s countryside. On our way, we shall enjoy scenic landscapes, such as the Great Rift Valley.

Masai Mara National Reserve, sometimes commonly known as Maasai Mara, is definitely the top wildlife safari destination in Kenya. The name Maasai Mara comes from the local people who live here – the Maasai Tribe.  

The Great Wildebeest Migration is an annual event here that is often regarded as the eighth (8th) wonder of the world. The migration journey takes the wildebeests in a circle, from the breeding grounds in Southern Serengeti round to Northern Masai Mara and back. We shall spend these days following the wildebeest herds as we enjoy great photography opportunities. The exciting river crossings are also a great attraction on the Masai Mara Budget Wildebeest Migration Safari. If lucky, and with some patience, you may see the Nile Crocodiles stalking the wildebeests as they cross rivers. The main rivers here include Mara River, Talek River and Sand River.  

Accompanying the wildebeests are other herbivores, such as Thomson’s Gazelles, Common Zebras and Common Elands. Hot on their heels are a host of direct and indirect predators. African Lion, Cheetah and Leopard keep an eye on the moving animals. Spotted Hyenas are also very active predators, and can also scavenge when an opportunity arises. The top scavengers however, are the different species of vultures. In Masai Mara, the common species are White-backed Vulture, Ruppell’s Vulture, Lappet-faced Vulture and Hooded Vulture. They are also often joined by Marabou Storks.   

Other exciting mammals in Masai Mara National Reserve include Topi, Grant’s Gazelle, Steenbok, Oribi, Defassa Waterbuck, African Buffalo, Maasai Giraffe, Naivasha Dikdik, Common Impala, Common Warthog, Coke’s Hartebeest, Olive Baboon, Vervet Monkey, African Savannah Elephant, Black Rhino, Bushbuck, Banded Mongoose, Serval, Black-backed Jackal, Bohor Reedbuck and Common Hippopotamus.

Interesting birds include Grey Crowned Crane, Kori Bustard, Common Ostrich, Martial Eagle, Long-crested Eagle, Hamerkop, Saddle-billed Stork, Southern Ground Hornbill, Bare-faced Go-away-bird and Secretarybird.  

Common reptiles in Masai Mara include Mwanza Flat-headed Rock Agama, Nile Monitor Lizard and Nile Crocodile.

Nights in Masai Mara.

DAY 4: MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE TO NAIROBI

On this day, we shall travel back to Nairobi, cruising across the scenic Great Rift Valley.

We shall then enjoy a transfer to the airport, for our flights home. This marks the end to our lovely Masai Mara Budget Wildebeest Migration Safari.

You may also choose to join one of our safari extensions, such as the Diani Beach Holiday.

 

 

Highlight mammals and others

African Lion, White-bearded Wildebeest, Maasai Giraffe, African Elephant, Common Hippo, Cheetah, Leopard, Spotted Hyena, Serval, Black Rhino, African Buffalo, Topi, Thomson’s Gazelle, Grant’s Gazelle, Common Warthog, Common Zebra, Caracal, Nile Crocodile, Nile Monitor Lizard

Highlight birds

Grey Crowned Crane, Kori Bustard, Common Ostrich, Martial Eagle, Long-crested Eagle, Hamerkop, Saddle-billed Stork, Southern Ground Hornbill, Bare-faced Go-away-bird, Secretarybird

Habitats covered

Savannah, Wetlands

Photographic opportunities

Excellent

Special moments

Big Wildebeest Herds, views of the Great Rift Valley, Masai Mara

Price Table:
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Prices are indicated per group (if you are more than 1 person, the price indicated is the total for your entire group; so it will be shared among all of you). Prices are based on seasons (dates), transport option (landcruiser or van), accommodation type and group size.
Seasons: Peak Season (1st July to 31st October, 16th December to 5th January); High Season (6th January to 31st March, 1st November to 15th December); Low Season (1st April to 30th June).
 
Services Provided / Items Included​
  • Full time access to a 4×4 open-roofed safari vehicle throughout your trip; with our qualified driver-guide
  • Complimentary airport transfers on the stated safari starting and completion days
  • Home/ hotel/ airport pick-up and drop-off during the main safari dates
  • Accommodation in shared twin or double or triple or family rooms (Please note: single rooms are available at an extra single room supplement, single or solo travelers do not need to pay a single room supplement, because the price for 1 person already includes the single room supplement)
  • All meals as per the safari plan
  • Unlimited drinking water during the entire trip – to be provided in the vehicle
  • Conservation areas, reserves, conservancies and park entry fees as per the safari plan
  • Local flights where included in your safari (please check with our office to know which flights are included for your specific safari)
  • AMREF Flying Doctors Tourist Cover per person (medical emergency evacuation insurance/ cover)
  • All taxes
Items Not Included​
  • International arrival and departure flights to the safari
  • Visas
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal drinks at lodges
  • Items of personal pleasure e.g. laundry
  • Health and travel insurance
Economy Hotels/ Lodges/ Resorts/ Camps

Ibis Hotel Nairobi, Sentrim Mara Camp/ Osero Mara Camp; or similar lodges

4 by 4 Safari Landcruiser

4 by 4 Safari Landcruiser

The ultimate countryside exploration vehicle
4 by 4 Safari Van

4 by 4 Safari Van

The best compact safari vehicle

 

Services to be provided/items included:

Full time access to a 4x4 open-roofed safari vehicle throughout your trip; with our qualified driver-guide
Complimentary airport transfers on the stated safari starting and completion days
Home/ hotel/ airport pick-up and drop-off during the main safari dates
Accommodation in shared twin or double or triple or family rooms
**Please note:- single rooms are available at an extra single room supplement
*Single or solo travelers do not need to pay a single room supplement, because the price for 1 person already includes the single room supplement
All meals as per the safari plan
Unlimited drinking water during the entire trip – to be provided in the vehicle
Conservation areas, reserves, conservancies and park entry fees as per the safari plan
Boat rides where stated in your safari
Local flights where included in your safari (please check with our office to know which flights are included for your specific safari)
All taxes

 

Items not included:

International arrival and departure flights to the safari
Visas
Tips and gratuities
Personal drinks at lodges
Items of personal pleasure e.g. laundry
Health and travel insurance
Optional balloon rides (please inform our office if you would like to enjoy this activity; for current costs)
Optional cultural village visits or activities (please inform our office if you would like to enjoy this activity; for current costs)