7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration & Mara River Safari
Nairobi 1N | Maasai Mara National Reserve 5N | Nairobi
Safari Overview
An exclusive safari crafted specifically for witnessing the world-renowned Great Wildebeest Migration. Enjoy five continuous nights in the Maasai Mara at Fig Tree Camp, maximizing your chances of witnessing thrilling Mara River crossings and dramatic predator action.
Trip Highlights
- Five consecutive nights inside the Maasai Mara at the riverside Fig Tree Camp
- Four full-day dedicated game drives positioned at prime river crossing sites
- Witness hundreds of thousands of wildebeest and zebras braving crocodile-infested waters
- Unmatched opportunities for Big Cat hunting action: lions, leopards, and cheetahs
- Bush picnic lunches in remote corners of the Mara reserve along river crossing corridors
- Authentic Maasai village cultural immersion and traditional ceremonies
- Optional Hot Air Balloon safari opportunity soaring over migrating herds at dawn
Itinerary at a Glance
8 Days / 7 Nights Summary| Day | Destination | Accommodation | Key Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Nairobi | Nairobi Hotel / Kozi Suites | Airport pick-up, meet & greet, transfer to hotel, pre-safari briefing |
| Day 2 | Nairobi to Maasai Mara | Fig Tree Camp Mara | Scenic morning drive to the Mara, check-in & lunch, evening game drive |
| Day 3–6 | Maasai Mara (4 Full Days) | Fig Tree Camp / Pride Inn Mara | 4 full-day game drives with picnic lunches, Mara River crossing points, predator tracking, Maasai village visit |
| Day 7 | Maasai Mara to Nairobi (Departure) | No accommodation (Departure) | Breakfast, check out, return drive to Nairobi (5-6 hours), airport or hotel drop-off |
Day-by-Day Detailed Itinerary
Every morning, afternoon, and evening mapped with care for an unforgettable African safari experience.
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Nairobi
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) where you will be warmly received by your Medoti African Safaris representative. Transfer to your comfortable Nairobi hotel to relax and acclimatize before your journey begins.
Arrival at JKIA; meet and greet with your safari host.
Check into hotel; relax and enjoy hotel facilities.
Kozi Suites Nairobi / Nairobi Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Following breakfast, depart for the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve. The drive passes through rolling highlands before descending into the vast grasslands that form part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem. Arrive at Fig Tree Mara for lunch before embarking on your first afternoon game drive.
Breakfast; depart Nairobi traveling across the Great Rift Valley floor into the savannah.
Arrive at Fig Tree Camp situated right on the Talek River; check-in and lunch; first afternoon game drive.
Fig Tree Camp Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Maasai Mara – Migration Crossing Corridors
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Today is dedicated to exploring one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations. Leave camp early with packed picnic lunches for an immersive full-day safari across different regions of the reserve. Position near prime Mara River crossing sites where enormous herds gather along the riverbanks.
Dawn departure with packed picnic lunches; track herd movements congregating along the river corridors.
Stand by at crossing vantage points watching wildebeests and zebras plunge across crocodile waters; shaded bush picnic lunch.
Fig Tree Camp Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Maasai Mara – Mara River Crossings & Big Cat Hunts
Maasai Mara National Reserve
A second full-day dedicated safari ensures maximum exposure to the dramatic spectacle of the Great Migration. With high predator density during August, witness lions, leopards, and cheetahs taking advantage of the abundant herds.
Early morning game drive tracking lion prides hunting on the open savannah in crisp morning air.
Monitor key river crossing points; observe dramatic herd dynamics and dust plumes across the plains; picnic lunch.
Fig Tree Camp Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Maasai Mara – Musiara Marsh & Mara Triangle
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Venture into diverse ecological sectors of the reserve, from the lush Musiara marsh to the sweeping hills of the Mara Triangle. Observe elephants grazing in tall marsh grasses and leopards resting in sausage trees.
Dawn game drive along marshlands tracking elephants, buffaloes, and elusive serval cats.
Full day safari with bush picnic; panoramic views across the Siria Escarpment and Mara river loops.
Pride Inn Mara Camp / Fig Tree Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Maasai Mara – Cultural Immersion & Golden Hour Safari
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Combine deep wildlife tracking with an authentic cultural encounter. Visit a traditional Maasai Village to learn about pastoral traditions, ancient beadwork, and wildlife coexistence before enjoying your final sunset drive.
Rewarding morning game drive tracking cheetah coalitions; return to camp for relaxed breakfast.
Cultural visit to an authentic Maasai Boma; witness warrior welcome dances and homestay tour.
Pride Inn Mara Camp / Fig Tree Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Maasai Mara to Nairobi (Departure)
Nairobi
Enjoy breakfast before checking out and beginning your journey back to Nairobi. Arrive in the afternoon, where you'll be transferred to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.
Leisurely breakfast overlooking the African wilderness; begin the scenic drive back across the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive in Nairobi; drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your scheduled flight.
No accommodation (Departure)
Meals: Breakfast
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