Masai Mara Migration 2012
The Great Annual Wildebeest Migration Safari 2012 in Masai Mara
Kenya - Masai Mara Migration 2012 - The Ultimate Wildlife Experience
This is a remarkable phenomena and certainly one the leading wildlife attractions and a good reason to visit Masai Mara, Kenya between July and October. The migration herds cross in from Serengeti between late June and Mid July. The specific time from the famous Mara River crossing cannot be easily predicted. There are many natural factors that determine the animal movements, but the said dates are close the reality that has been over the years.
What is a Masai Mara Migration Safari Outstanding?
The sheer population of herbivores make predators smile, plenty to eat and spare. During the non-migration months, lions mostly hunt in groups targeting the difficult buffalo. Rest of the time becomes easy since the hunted are all over the place. There is nothing more exhilarating than watching a live hunting drama in the Mara.
How to Book a Masai Mara Migration Safari
July to October is Masai Mara's peak season. Hotels, lodges and camps are busy and it is always critical to book early. There is no guarantee for accommodation in the last minute. Even though the river crossing is one the most filmed and photographed event in wildlife drama, the lodges overflow and congestion is sure. Accommodation in the Greater Mara areas and the surrounding conservancies means double payments for park fees. Since the migration herds overflow to these conservancies, the choice is to be there or pay to cross into the 'main' Mara.
Migration Safari in the Mara Triangle
The Mara Triangle is home to herds in Mid-July to Mid-August. After this time they are spread over a large area including neighbouring conservancies to the North & North East of the Greater Mara. Prices for Lodges and camps in this area are a bit steep and the choice is to do 'raw' camping by the banks of the Mara on private camp sites. There are seven scenic private campsites. One public camp site is just near the Ololoolo Gate. You will often find the scenic private campsites fully booked sometimes as early as January and February.
Sample Masai Mara Migration Safari Itineraries
4 Days Masai Mara Migration Safari
This is an ideal safari. With enough time to explore the Masai Mara and visit a Maasai Village. Two full days are spent exploring the park spotting game and most ideal out with packed lunches, only returning to lodge or camp for dinner and overnight. Mara River visit is a must.
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara
Depart from Bush House & Camp after early breakfast. Drive into the Great Rift Valley floor enjoying great and fascinating scenery. Arrive at lodge or camp for hot lunch. After resting from the 5-6 hours drive, enjoy a PM game drive. Dinner and overnight at lodge or camp
Day 2: Masai Mara
Depart with packed lunches after breakfast to explore the riches of the majestic Mara only returning to lodge or camp after a fulfilling wildlife viewing day for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Masai Mara
Another day in the park with packed lunches. Your guide should arrange the best time this day to visit a Maasai Cultural Village. Hot dinner will be ready after a refreshing bath.
Day 4: Masai Mara - Nairobi
Optional pre-breakfast drive and then check out of your lodge / camp from the drive back to Nairobi. Lunch will be ready at Bush House by the time you arrive. End of safari
Price: Kindly request price for this safari
5 Days Masai Mara, NAKURU Migration Safari
Although Lake Nakuru National Park is not a migration park, most travelers find it most appropriate to add it to glory of the migration safari. Lake Nakuru does provide a decent change and its uniqueness is to be enjoyed. Flamingos on the lake, pelicans and host of shore birds find their livelihood in this lake. Be sure to visit the rhino sanctuary too. There will be many baboons, bufalos, waterbucks, elephants, giraffes, impalas to view. The big cats can also be found here.
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara
Depart from Bush House & Camp after early breakfast. Drive into the Great Rift Valley floor enjoying great and fascinating scenery. Arrive at lodge or camp for hot lunch. After resting from the 5-6 hours drive, enjoy a PM game drive. Dinner and overnight at lodge or camp
Day 2: Masai Mara
Depart with packed lunches after breakfast to explore the riches of the majestic Mara only returning to lodge or camp after a fulfilling wildlife viewing day for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Masai Mara
Another day in the park with packed lunches. Your guide should arrange the best time this day to visit a Maasai Cultural Village. Hot dinner will be ready after a refreshing bath.
Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park
For the six hours drive from Masai Mara to Nakuru, it is vital to have early breakfast and check out without delay. You will have arrived at your choice hotel in Nakuru for hot lunch. Relax and later enjoy a PM game drive. Dinner and overnight at your hotel.
Day 5: Nairobi
Breafast today is unhurried. The drive back to Nairobi should take around 2 and a half hours and hot lunch will be waiting at Bush House & Camp
Price: Kindly request price for this safari
Custom Masai Mara Migration Safari
A custom migration safari can be arranged depending on your needs and travel dates. Kindly email us your requirements and we will come up with a suitable package.
