What Is the Great Migration and When Can I See It in Kenya?
The Great Migration is one of the most spectacular wildlife events on Earth. Every year, over 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles migrate from Tanzania’s Serengeti to Kenya’s Masai Mara. With Cruzeiro Safaris Kenya, you can witness this bucket-list event on a guided migration safari.
1. What Is the Great Migration?
- Annual movement of over 2 million animals in search of greener pastures
- Includes wildebeest, zebras, Thomson’s gazelles, and their predators
- Occurs in a clockwise loop between Serengeti (Tanzania) and Masai Mara (Kenya)
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2. When Does the Great Migration Reach Kenya?
- July to October: Peak migration season in Kenya’s Masai Mara
- Wildebeest cross the crocodile-infested Mara River—dramatic, unforgettable scenes
- Book early for July, August, and September safaris
3. Best Places to See the Migration
- Mara River: Watch river crossings and predator action
- Talek & Olare Orok regions: Great for private camps and mobile tents
- Governor’s Camp and Mara Intrepids: Excellent views and balloon safaris
4. Recommended Migration Safari Packages
- 3-Day Masai Mara Safari – Ideal for witnessing river crossings on a short schedule.
- 8-Day Luxury Migration Safari – Fly-in safari with Governors’, Intrepids, or Kichwa Tembo.
Recommended Migration Safari Packages
- 3-Day Masai Mara Safari – Perfect for short trips to witness the Great Migration and river crossings.
- 10-Day Kenya Wildlife & Migration Safari – Combines Masai Mara with Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, and cultural stops.
- 8-Day Luxury Fly-in Safari to Masai Mara – Premium lodges, scenic flights, and private game drives.
- 4-Day Governors’ Camp Fly-in Safari – Stay in the heart of the Mara near top migration viewing points.
- 3-Day Ndovu Safari – Budget-friendly option for wildlife lovers and first-timers.
- 4-Day Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Road Safari – Ideal for birdwatchers and Big Five seekers.
- 7-Day Serena Lodges Safari – Comfortable road journey through Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, and the Mara.
- Luxury Tsavo Safari to Finch Hattons – Combine luxury, elephants, and Mount Kilimanjaro views.
- 11-Day Kenya & Tanzania Migration Safari – See both Serengeti and Masai Mara migration routes.
- Nairobi City & Mara Safari with Kempinski – Elegant start before heading to the wild.
- 10-Day 4x4 Jeep Safari to Masai Mara & Nakuru – Private vehicle and lodge stays during peak migration.
- 8-Day Migration Safari & Beach Holiday – Combine Great Migration with Mombasa Beach relaxation.
Why Book with Cruzeiro Safaris Kenya?
- Local knowledge of best viewing points and mobile camps
- Professional guides, private vehicles, and airstrip access
- Flexible payment options and fast confirmations
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