When is the best time to view the migration?

The prime time to visit the Serengeti in Tanzania is usually regarded as being from late November through to March when the big herds of wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelle and zebra head on to the southern plains of the Serengeti. To get the best viewing on the other hand in Kenya's Masai Mara July through to September are usually regarded as the best months.

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Short safari in Kenya, with game drives in the Masai Mara

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Operator: Absolute Africa
Safari: Get up close with wildlife in the heart of nature
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 28
Ages 18+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Lake Naivasha
Included Activities
- Lake Naivasha visit
- Hippo cruise
Landmarks
Rift Valley
Lake Naivasha
Day 2
Loita Hills
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- Village visit
- Bushwalk
- Masai stay with bushwalk
Landmarks
Loita Hills
Day 3
Loita Hills to Masai Mara
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- Masai Mara entry
- Afternoon game drives
Landmarks
Masai Mara National Reserve
Mara Conservancy
Day 4
Masai Mara
Included Activities
- Full day game drive in Masai Mara
Optional Activities
- Balloon safari in the Masai Mara (£450)
Landmarks
Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 5
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Included Activities
- Morning game drive in Masai Mara
Landmarks
Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 6
Nairobi
Included Activities
- Giraffe Park visit
- Sheldrick's Elephant Orphanage visit
Optional Activities
- Elsamere high tea (USD 12, transport not included)
Landmarks
Giraffe Park
Sheldrick's Elephant Orphanage

Landmarks
Rift Valley
Lake Naivasha

Landmarks
Loita Hills

Landmarks
Masai Mara National Reserve
Mara Conservancy

Landmarks
Masai Mara National Reserve

Landmarks
Masai Mara National Reserve

Landmarks
Giraffe Park
Sheldrick's Elephant Orphanage

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Lisa
March 5th, 2026
We did the Absolute 11 week safari from Nairobi to Cape Town and it was the most amazing experience. The itinerary...
We did the Absolute 11 week safari from Nairobi to Cape Town and it was the most amazing experience. The itinerary exceeded all our expectations. It is jam packed adventure everyday! Yes, there are very long days on the road but the scenery certainly helps to make it enjoyable. The staff were professional and would bend over backwards to ensure everyone was getting the most out of their experience. The tour is excellent value for money and we enjoyed the group cooking and duties which enables it to remain affordable. Africa is incredible, it gets into your soul and the memories and friendships created will last a lifetime.Show more
Tye
February 4th, 2026
Had a great time on the overland safari, making new and lasting friends with like-minded people. Absolute Africa is...
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James
January 15th, 2026
Outstanding tour. 77 days and every day delivered. This tour has been going for 30 plus years I believe and the...
Outstanding tour. 77 days and every day delivered. This tour has been going for 30 plus years I believe and the schedule is as good as it could possibly be. All my expectations were exceeded and fear’s unfounded. It is the best value company operating and for the best of reasons. I enjoyed the group cooking, rather than it being staffed. They added to great group dynamics and because everyone did thier best the food was great! Plenty of variety. I enjoyed the camping with high quality tents and good sleeping mats. The nature of the tour also means that you are almost guaranteed travellers that will pitch in and are his humoured to boot.Show more

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Asked on February 19th, 2016
When is the best time to view the migration?
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- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written February 2016
  The prime time to visit the Serengeti in Tanzania is usually regarded as being from late November through to March when the big herds of wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelle and zebra head on to the southern plains of the Serengeti.
  
  To get the best viewing on the other hand in Kenya's Masai Mara July through to September are usually regarded as the best months.

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Short safari in Kenya, with game drives in the Masai Mara

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Lake Naivasha

Included Activities

Loita Hills

Included Activities

Loita Hills to Masai Mara

Included Activities

Masai Mara

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Optional Activities

Masai Mara to Nairobi

Included Activities

Nairobi

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Optional Activities

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