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Masai Mara, The Great Migration

Experience the thrill of the Great Migration (4N/5D)

16 Aug to 20 Aug 2023

Nairobi, Kenya   (View All Batches)

Overview

In a place so awe inspiring, where the big blue skies meet the breathtaking savannas, the central plains, with scattered bushes and boulders on rolling grasslands, favoured by the plain game, the Masai Mara is exceptionally known for its Great Migration.

Yes, the annual wildebeest migration. Every year, during these months, the Savanna is dotted black with over 1.5 million wildebeest, along with zebra and gazelle stragglers that charge towards better grazing lands, and witnessing this exceptional phenomenon, is sure to leave you spellbound. Arguably one of the greatest shows on earth, the Great Migration is an overwhelming and quite simply, the best African Wildlife Safari experience you can have. Precisely why it is called the eighth wonder of the world! The vast plains truly come alive from July through to October when people from around the world visit this bewitching land of the 'Big Five' to witness the exceptional Migration. But what's more interesting to watch is the river crossing when these herds, having eaten their way through the Serengeti, now begin their journey of crossing the dangerous river for better grazing lands in the Mara. With the first few herds arriving at the banks and many more piling up behind them, the pressure eventually grows and the wildebeest begin to cross the river in panicky groups, almost immediately triggering the attention of the most feared predators, the crocodiles. This is nature. This is the wild!

The phenomenal story of the migration repeats itself every year.

Wouldn’t this be absolutely jaw dropping to witness? With a carefully planned, well-curated tour, our legendary service and the warmest hospitality, you get to witness the migration at its best.

Day 1
Drive Nairobi to Mara. Afternoon game drive.

At 8 am, we meet at the Nairobi airport (those who have reached Nairobi the previous night will be picked up from the hotel) and proceed toward the Mara. On arrival, we have lunch and go for a game drive till dusk. This would be your introduction to the fabled Mara landscape and the sheer number of animals would leave you mesmerized! A topi silhouette against the setting sun, a lioness up on a tree or maybe a group of cheetahs on the hunt, expect to witness spectacular action! Over dinner, we shall discuss the course of action for the next four days.

Day 2,3 & 4
Full day game drives (dusk to dawn)

We shall waste no minute of pristine daylight and ensure we spend as much time as possible in the bush! The myriad of animals, hunt sequences, big cats, massive herds of wildebeest, giraffes against the African sky would all be memories for a lifetime! Our expert drivers and the camp mentors will ensure that you are at the right place at the right time! Their experience and knowledge of animal behaviour shall prove to be very useful in making your experience the very best one! After many GBs of incredible images, tons of memories and an African dream realized, we shall rest our heads, content and happy!

Day 5
Morning game drive, drive to Nairobi later.

We do a half day game drive and try and tick all boxes remaining before leaving for Nairobi. (book any flight from Nairobi after 1130 pm). 

We thus get almost 50 hours doing game drives in the fabled Maasai Mara! Enough, we'd say!

Highlights

  • Get a chance to experience the awe inspiring phenomenon of the Great Kenya Migration at its best.
  • Stay at beautiful camps and lodges inside the reserve.
  • Safari with the best of the Maasai drivers, who know the land better than anyone else!
  • Safari with Beyond Wild's wildlife and photography experts, who would teach you the tricks of the trade.
  • Collect a great amount of information about wildlife, nature and the African animals!
  • See the lion, leopard, and cheetah in big numbers and up close and personal!
  • Make the best use of the golden light at dusk and dawn, thanks to our team that ensures you are out there when it matters the most!
  • Stay luxury, eat incredible food and get pampered on this all-inclusive trip ex-Nairobi.

Costs

DOUBLE SHARING BASIS
2860 USD
(per person)
  • Tents

Please note:

Above costs remain same for Indian and non Indian nationals.

Inclusions

  1. Airport transfers and drop and return to Maasai Mara by safari minivans. 
  2. Accommodation for 4 nights in Mara on full board basis (3 meals a day). 
  3. Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary in the safari vehicles.
  4. Services of our best local Maasai safari drivers cum guides. 
  5. Expert guidance and routes chosen to optimize animal viewing.  
  6. Park entrance fees for the Maasai Mara for all days. 
  7. Services of a Beyond Wild wildlife expert.


Exclusions

  1. Accommodation in Nairobi before/after the tour.
  2. E-Visa (Around 50 USD per person). 
  3. Yellow Fever (300 INR per person), Polio which is free. 
  4. Tips and gratuities for the entire tour (around 100 USD per person). 
  5. Extra meals, beverages, laundry, telephone etc. 
  6. Flights.
  7. Anything not mentioned under ‘Inclusions’.


Travel to and fro Nairobi:

While the travel upto Nairobi on Day 1 and travel back from Nairobi on Day 5 is extra, we can assist you to book the flights or book it for you. Please contact our head office at info@beyondwild.in for further details regarding the arrangements and we shall be more than happy to help you.

Booking Procedure

(GST of 5% extra on above costs.)

Booking amount: 50% of the tour cost.

Balance can be paid up to a month before departure.

Cancellation - Refund (On Tour Cost)

  • If cancellation is communicated 10 days (or less) before departure OR No Show - No Refund.
  • If cancellation is communicated 20 to 11 days before departure - 20% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation is communicated 30 to 21 days before departure - 40% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation is communicated 30 to 59 days before departure - 60% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation is communicated 60 days (or more) before departure - 80% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation is communicated 120 days (or more) before departure - Full Refund.