Wildebeest Mara River Crossing. The Ultimate Travel Guide

The Great Wildebeest Mara River Crossing Itinerary, When/Where

The Ultimate 4 days Wildebeest Mara River Crossing Itinerary takes to see the great Wildebeest Migration of herds along the banks of the Mara River, take a flight into the northern Serengeti or travel there by car. In the months of July through October, when the Great Migration moves northward toward the Masai Mara Game Reserve before crossing the crocodile-infested Mara River, it can be easily observed in the northern portion of the Serengeti in the Lobo area.

The Great Wildebeest Migration is remarkable. Annually, around 1.5 million wildebeest migrate from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara and return, seeking fresh pastures. Their traversal of the Mara River represents the pinnacle of their journey, a dramatic sight replete with peril and effort, and stands as one of Kenya’s premier safari experiences.

A Detailed Wildebeest Mara River Crossing Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer to Northern Serengeti

You will board your scheduled flight from Arusha Airport to Kogatende airstrip after breakfast or when you arrive, and our representative will meet you and take you to your camp.

After checking in and eating lunch, you’ll go on a game drive in the late afternoon before coming home for supper and the night.

Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in the Serengeti

The morning and afternoon of your full-day (morning and afternoon) game drive in the Serengeti National Park will be shared with other people. Observe the herds as they cross the Mara River, some of which have crocodiles waiting for them to become meal. After dinner and before going to bed, retire.

Day 3: Explore the Serengeti

With morning and afternoon game drives, you will spend the entire day in Serengeti National Park today. While you wait for the herds to cross, spend some time searching the plains for lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Before going back to the lodge for dinner and the night, take in the splendor of Kuria Hills and the migration.

Day 4: Morning Game drive and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport

Following breakfast and check-out, you’ll go on one more game drive before taking off for your scheduled flight back to Arusha, where you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport in time for your departure flight back home.

End of the 4 Days Wildebeest Mara River Crossing Itinerary