ADD-ON EXPERIENCE
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Float above the Serengeti at sunrise for a once-in-a-lifetime view of the plains.
A clear overview of the Serengeti and Maasai Mara migration experience — designed to help travellers understand where to go, when to travel, and what makes this journey unforgettable.
Serengeti, Northern Serengeti, Mara River and Maasai Mara.
June to October for river crossings, January to March for calving.
7 to 12 days for a well-paced East Africa migration safari.
Wildebeest herds, zebras, big cats, crocodiles and dramatic plains action.
Private, tailor-made, fly-in or cross-border migration journeys.
Mobile camps, luxury tented camps and handpicked lodges near the action.
Newborn calves, predator action and rich green plains.
Herds move through the Serengeti following fresh grazing.
The most dramatic migration season in Northern Serengeti.
Herds continue into Kenya for classic East Africa migration viewing.
Follow one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles across the Serengeti and Maasai Mara, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and predators move through East Africa’s endless plains in search of fresh grazing. From dramatic river crossings to intimate moments on the savannah, our Great Migration safaris are carefully crafted to connect you deeply with nature, wildlife, and the authentic spirit of Tanzania and Kenya.
Add something special to your Great Migration journey — from sunrise balloon flights to private sundowners, cultural visits, and meaningful East African experiences.
All experiences are optional and can be added depending on routing, season, availability, and your preferred safari style.
Follow the Great Migration safari route across East Africa — from Ndutu and the southern Serengeti, through Central and Northern Serengeti, across the Mara River, and into Kenya’s Maasai Mara.
Ndutu → Central Serengeti → Western Corridor → Northern Serengeti → Mara River → Maasai Mara.
July to October is the classic river-crossing period around Northern Serengeti and Maasai Mara.
The migration follows rainfall and fresh grazing, so exact timing can change each year.
Clear, honest answers to help you plan the right Great Migration safari across Tanzania’s Serengeti and Kenya’s Maasai Mara.
The best time depends on the experience you want. January to March is excellent for calving around Ndutu and the southern Serengeti, while July to October is best for dramatic Mara River crossings in Northern Serengeti and Maasai Mara.
Yes. A well-planned East Africa migration safari can combine Tanzania’s Serengeti with Kenya’s Maasai Mara. This is especially useful from July to October, when the herds may move between Northern Serengeti, the Mara River and the Maasai Mara.
No. River crossings are natural wildlife events and can never be guaranteed. The herds move according to rainfall, grazing conditions and instinct, so we plan your safari in the best regions for the season while keeping expectations realistic.
For a strong migration experience, we recommend 7 to 12 days. This allows time for Serengeti, Northern Serengeti or Ndutu, possible Maasai Mara extensions, and a more relaxed safari pace without rushing between regions.
Both are excellent, but they offer different experiences. Serengeti covers a much larger part of the migration cycle, including calving, central movement and Mara River crossings. Maasai Mara is especially famous for classic river-crossing scenes and dense wildlife viewing from around August to October.
Yes. A hot air balloon safari can usually be added in Serengeti or Maasai Mara, depending on the route, season and availability. It is one of the most memorable optional experiences for guests who want a special sunrise view over the plains.
Yes, the Great Migration can be excellent for families when planned with the right pacing, lodges and travel distances. We usually recommend private vehicles, child-friendly camps and enough time in each area to avoid long, rushed days.
For peak migration months, especially July to October, we recommend booking 6 to 12 months in advance. The best camps in Northern Serengeti, river-crossing areas and Maasai Mara can fill early.