The Great Migration & Mara Triangle Expedition
A 7-day premier safari through the Great Rift Valley to the heart of the Maasai Mara, timing the legendary wildebeest migration river crossings with private custom 4x4 vehicles.
Expedition Overview
Designed for discerning wildlife travellers and photographers, this week-long expedition focuses on the Mara's world-famous wildlife movements. Traveling in private, specially equipped 4x4 Land Cruisers with certified Silver-level KPSGA naturalist guides, you spend three full days inside the renowned Mara Triangle exploring private conservancy borders away from minibus congestion.
Daily Expedition Schedule
Nairobi to the Great Rift Valley & Lake Naivasha
Depart Nairobi via the scenic Great Rift Valley escarpment. Arrive at Lake Naivasha in time for lunch followed by an afternoon boat safari among pods of hippos and fish eagles.
Camp / Lodge: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Lake Naivasha to the Maasai Mara National Reserve
Ascend through Narok town into the rolling savannahs of the Maasai Mara. Afternoon game drive introducing you to resident lion prides and vast grazing herds.
Camp / Lodge: Mara Bush Camp / Sentinel Camp
Full Day in the Central Mara Plains
Morning and afternoon game drives tracking big cats, hyenas, and crossing routes along the Talek River. Packed bush lunch under an umbrella acacia.
Camp / Lodge: Mara Bush Camp / Sentinel Camp
Deep Mara Triangle & River Crossing Patrols
Transition into the Mara Triangle bordering the Oloololo Escarpment. Position along key crossing points on the Mara River for migration activity.
Camp / Lodge: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Dawn Predator Tracking & Balloon Safari Option
Sunrise departure to intercept hunting cheetah coalitions and leopards retreating from night kills. Optional dawn hot air balloon safari over the plains.
Camp / Lodge: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Conservancy Exploration & Cultural Immersion
Game drive traversing adjoining community conservancies where strict vehicle limits ensure intimate, uncrowded wildlife sightings. Evening sundowners.
Camp / Lodge: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Final Mara Dawn Drive & Return to Nairobi
Early morning final game drive as the savannah awakes. Breakfast at camp followed by scenic return drive to Nairobi, arriving late afternoon.
Camp / Lodge: Day room or transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Expedition Inclusions
- •All park entrance and conservation fees for Maasai Mara and Lake Naivasha
- •Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, inverter, fridge, and guaranteed window seats
- •Certified Silver-level KPSGA professional naturalist safari guide
- •Full-board accommodation at eco-certified luxury tented camps and safari lodges
- •Unlimited game drives within statutory park hours
- •Purified drinking water inside the vehicle throughout the expedition
- •AMREF Flying Doctors emergency medical evacuation cover
Excluded from Quote
- •International flights and Kenyan electronic travel authorization (eTA)
- •Personal travel, baggage, and medical insurance
- •Alcoholic beverages and premium cellar drinks
- •Optional hot air balloon safari over the Mara ($450–$500 pp)
- •Staff gratuities and personal incidentals
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