Best Time to Witness the Wildebeest Migration in Kenya
The Maasai Mara is one of Kenya’s top tourist destinations, drawing thousands of visitors each year.
Among its breathtaking attractions is the annual Wildebeest Migration, a natural phenomenon that continues to awe tourists from around the world.
Often referred to as the eighth wonder of the Natural World, the Great Migration is a dramatic and massive movement of over two million wildebeest accompanied by zebras and gazzelles as they journey across Serengeti in Tanzania and into Kenya’s Maasai Mara.
This cyclical Migration is driven by search of fresh grazing land and water, making it both a survival mechanism and an extraordinary wildlife spectacle.
So, When is the best time to see it?
The ideal time to witness the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara in between July and October, when the heards cross into Kenya, However August and September offer the best opportunity to view the dramatic river crossing at Mara River a thrilling and often heart-pounding experience as the animals brave crocodile-infested waters.
How do you see the Wildebeest Migration?
Tourists can see the migration during a safari game drive which is conducted in specialized vehicles driven by experience driver-guides, as there are several core points where wildebeest cross the rivers.
How to get to Maasai Mara National Reserve?
Maasai Mara National Reserve is located in Narok County, South West part of Kenya ,the reserve can be accessed in two different ways that is by road transport and the air transport from Nairobi the capital city.
By Road transport
Located in Narok County 280km from Nairobi, the drive by road takes tourists 5 to 6 hours in the safari van or in a land cruiser, during road transport tourists explores best landscape views like Mount Suswa, Mount Longonot among others which makes the journey most incredible one to the reserve.
By Air transport
The reserve can be accessed by Air means of transport as well as its the quickest way to get to the reserve, it can be accessed by the daily flights to Mara from Wilson Airport provided by various companies its easiest means as tourists takes less than one hour to the Game reserve with various airstrips which include Keekorok airstrip, Serena airstrip, Musicians airstrip, Mara North airstrip, Kichwa tembo Airstrip and Siana airstrip.
Who can take you to experience the great spectacular migration?
Delfin Tours and Travel is a gateway to authentic African and International adventures specializing in unforgettable safaris, luxury getaways, corporate retreats and tailored travel solutions.
What makes Delfin tours safari packages special?
Fully guided and customizable safari experiences, Kenya safari all- inclusive packages handling every aspect of the travel from airport transfers, park fees, Hotel bookings, air ticketing, meals and professional guiding services.
Flexible Kenya safari rates from affordable Kenya safari packages to luxury experiences, Delfin tours offer budget -friendly, mid-range and premium safari options
Multiple safari transport options between fly in safaris for quick access or scenic road safari for complete journey experience and Expert local guides with knowledge to ensure tourists don’t miss any wildlife action or cultural insights.
Resident rates
Delfin tours Maasai Mara safari package’s for residents is tailored budget friendly with park fees of KES 1,500 per person per day January-June and KES 3,000 per person per day July-December and one can choose from various camps or lodge suitable for their budget, resident rates for different packages can be accessed on the link below.
Masai Mara Group Tours Packages
Non-resident rates
For the Non-resident package rates start from Budget safari packages ranging from USD 450, Mid range Kenya safari holiday packages from USD 535 and Luxury Kenya safari packages from USD 2,000 , in each package opened in the link below one can choose suitable package for themselves.
Kenya Safari Holidays Packages
For travellers planning a safari around this time, early booking is advisable due to high demand during peak migration season.
