7 Days Kenya Great Migration Safari
Travel from the forested highlands of Aberdare through the Rift Valley lakes to the Maasai Mara, with three nights positioned in Kenya's best-known reserve for an immersive wildlife safari.
From Aberdare to the Great Migration Country
This 7-day Kenya Great Migration safari combines four contrasting destinations. Begin in Aberdare, continue through Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha, then spend three nights in the Maasai Mara with two full days dedicated to game viewing.
The itinerary works especially well for travellers who want more than a single-destination migration safari. The Rift Valley lakes add scenery and wildlife diversity before the journey reaches the Mara's expansive grasslands.
Safari at a Glance
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Mid-Luxury
Comfortable safari lodges and camps selected across the route.
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Upgraded lodge and camp selection for greater comfort throughout the safari.
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Premium properties including high-end options in Naivasha, Nakuru and Maasai Mara.
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Hotels and camps are proposed by category and remain subject to availability. Similar alternatives may be offered.
Aberdare
Treetops Lodge or The Ark
Treetops Lodge or The Ark
Treetops Lodge or The Ark
Lake Nakuru
Buraha Zenoni Hotel
Lake Nakuru Lodge
or similar
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
or similar
The Cliff Nakuru
or similar
Lake Naivasha
Burch's Resort
Fish Eagle Inn
or similar
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Sawela Lodges
Simba Lodge
or similar
Enashipai Resort & Spa
Chui Lodge
or similar
Maasai Mara
Enkorok Mara Camp
Mara Ndovu Camp
Mara Chui Resort
or similar
Ashnil Mara Camp
Entim Mara
Sarova Mara Game Camp
or similar
JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge
The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp
Olare Mara Kempinski
or similar
7 Days Kenya Great Migration Safari Itinerary
Nairobi → Aberdare
Depart Nairobi for the Aberdare region, travelling into Kenya's central highlands. Arrive at your selected lodge for check-in and lunch, then settle into the forested surroundings and enjoy the lodge experience according to the confirmed program.
Aberdare → Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, leave the Aberdare highlands and continue toward Lake Nakuru. Arrive for lunch or according to the day's routing, then enjoy an afternoon game drive in the national park, looking for rhinos, buffalo, giraffes and other wildlife associated with the Rift Valley ecosystem.
Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha
Enjoy breakfast before travelling to Lake Naivasha. The shorter transfer allows a more relaxed day in the Rift Valley. Optional Naivasha activities can be arranged according to your interests and confirmed quotation.
Lake Naivasha → Maasai Mara
Depart Lake Naivasha after breakfast and travel toward the Maasai Mara. Arrive at your selected camp or lodge and begin exploring the reserve, subject to arrival time. This marks the start of your three-night Mara stay.
Full-Day Maasai Mara
Spend a full day on safari in the Maasai Mara. Your guide will plan game viewing around wildlife movements and conditions, with time to explore the reserve's plains and river systems. During migration season, herds may be present in the wider Mara ecosystem, but movements and crossings remain unpredictable.
Full-Day Maasai Mara
A second full day gives you more time to explore different parts of the Maasai Mara and follow wildlife activity without rushing. Depending on the season and current conditions, your guide can adapt the day's route to maximize game-viewing opportunities.
Maasai Mara → Nairobi
After breakfast, check out and begin the journey back to Nairobi. No game drive is scheduled on the final day. Arrive in Nairobi for your agreed hotel, residence or airport drop-off, marking the end of the safari.
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- ✓Meet & greet and safari pickup from JKIA Airport, your Nairobi hotel or residence within Nairobi
- ✓Scheduled game drives throughout the safari itinerary in the respective national parks and reserves
- ✓Accommodation in the selected category
- ✓Meals on full-board basis at safari lodges and camps
- ✓Applicable park and reserve fees stated in the quotation
- ✓Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- ✓Professional safari guide/driver
- ✓Bottled drinking water during safari drives
- ✓Final drop-off at your Nairobi hotel or JKIA Airport at the end of the safari
- ✓Kenya eTA application guidance
Excluded
- ×International flights
- ×Kenya eTA/application fees unless stated
- ×Travel and medical insurance
- ×Optional activities not stated as included
- ×Tips and gratuities
- ×Personal expenses and beverages not included by the property
Explore Kenya in a Braverly 4x4 Land Cruiser
Your road safari is operated in a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing and photography. The vehicle remains part of your journey between destinations and during scheduled game drives.
Private transport gives your guide greater flexibility to adapt stops and game-viewing time to your safari program and wildlife conditions.
7 Days Kenya Great Migration Safari FAQs
How long is this Kenya Great Migration safari?
The safari is 7 days and 6 nights, travelling from Nairobi through Aberdare, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Maasai Mara before returning to Nairobi.
How many nights are spent in the Maasai Mara?
Three nights are allocated to Maasai Mara, including two full days for game viewing.
Is seeing the Great Migration guaranteed?
No. The Great Migration is a natural seasonal wildlife movement. Herd locations, river crossings and specific sightings cannot be guaranteed.
What safari vehicle is used?
The package uses a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for scheduled game drives and road transfers.
What accommodation categories are available?
Mid-Luxury starts from USD 3,450 per person, Luxury from USD 4,150 and Premium from USD 7,450, subject to travel dates and availability.
Can I add activities in Lake Naivasha or Maasai Mara?
Yes. Optional experiences can be added to the final itinerary subject to availability, operating conditions and additional cost.
Is there a game drive on Day 7?
No. Day 7 is the return journey from Maasai Mara to Nairobi and no game drive is scheduled.
Can this 7-day Kenya Great Migration safari be customized?
Yes. Travel dates, accommodation category and selected activities can be tailored subject to availability and the final quotation.
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