The great wildebeest migration safari packages are a truly remarkable natural event that draws in millions of animals and is considered one of the top highlights on any safari in Africa. The awe-inspiring spectacle is made even more dramatic by the surrounding theater of wildlife as it unfolds on a canvas of vast savannas in Kenya and Tanzania. The sweeping drama is witnessed from a mobile safari camp that follows the herds. This luxury tour is designed to immerse you in every aspect of this extraordinary phenomenon and its surrounding savanna wilderness.
The herds gather in the southern Serengeti between January and March to calve, which is when the real adventure begins. The defenseless young attract hordes of predators, and the result is a relentless saga of survival of the fittest. This is your chance to witness nature’s greatest drama, with tens of thousands of predatory scenes in an immersive and unscripted setting that no other amboseli safari from Nairobi can offer.
As the herds move north, you’ll discover a completely different safari landscape in the southwestern part of Tanzania. The Serengeti is an immense expanse of grassy plains and hills where herds of zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, and Thomson’s gazelle roam freely. As the season shifts, herds will be concentrated in specific areas of the park, with some of the best game viewing during June and July.
You’ll also explore the world-famous Masai Mara, a renowned expeditions maasai safaris destination that’s home to the coveted Big Five. The awe-inspiring sight of massive herds of zebra, wildebeest, and antelope crossing the vast Mara River is truly a spectacular site to behold. The herds are also accompanied by their predators, including lions and cheetahs.
On this thrilling journey you’ll get to see the epic river crossings of the Wildebeest Migration, which are a truly heart-racing experience. As the herds plunge into crocodile-infested waters, you’ll be privy to an incredible show of true survival of the fittest. This is a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle that can’t be missed.
This adventure starts with an early morning transfer from your hotel to the airstrip for your flight to the Northern Mara, where you’ll spend the next two days on a full-day game drive in the Mara National Reserve. Then, you’ll return to the lodge for dinner and a well-deserved rest.
During your time in the Mara, you’ll take an optional hot air balloon ride over the vast savannas to watch the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration. You’ll be able to view herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope from above, and it’s an opportunity that should not be missed. This is the perfect way to view the great migration, and it’s a great activity that can be enjoyed by the whole family. So book your spot on our Kenya Wildebeest Migration Safari Combined With Hot Air Balloon!
The river crossing of the herds is an exciting sight to watch as hundreds of wildebeests and zebras dive into the River and they swim their way over to the other side. The herds are in a constant stampede and some of the animals do not make it through.
In the end only the fittest animals survive as they are able to swim and evade the crocodiles. The surviving wildebeests and zebras re-group and continue their journey north into the Maasai Mara and other parts of the Serengeti.
The great wildebeest migration is one of the best natural spectacles on earth that can be witnessed by tourists. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to witness the natural beauty of the wildebeests and other herds as they fight for their survival. The spectacular river crossing of the herds of wildebeest is a sight to behold and is one of the most famous safari experiences in the world.