Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossings (July-September)

Mara River Crossings from July to September

This 4 Days Mara River Crossing Safari brings you close to the iconic, perilous stage of the Great Wildebeest Migration. You will witness immense herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles cross the crocodile-infested Mara River into Masai Mara from northern Serengeti from July to October in search of fresh nutritious grazing.

The natural occurrence features heart-stopping drama, chaotic plunges into strong currents and intense predator action.

On this 4 Days Mara River Crossings Great Migration Safari, spend quality time at strategic crossing points along the banks of the Mara River in the northern Serengeti with front row seats to witness intense predator-prey interaction as crocodiles and big cats target the vulnerable herds.

Best time for the 4 Days Mara River Crossing Safari

July to September is the best time for the 4 days Mara River Crossing Migration Safari. This is when the wildebeest herds reach Northern Serengeti to cross the Mara River into Kenya’s Masai Mara, making it nature’s most thrilling spectacle.

Your camp is positioned within minutes of the Mara River, allowing you to respond as fast as possible when crossing activity is reported.

Brief 4 Days Mara River Crossing Safari

Day 1: Transfer to Serengeti (Kogatende)
Day 2: Full day river crossings in Northern Serengeti
Day 3: Alternative crossing points & predator action
Day 4: Final crossing viewing and back to Arusha

Detailed 4 Days Mara River Crossing Safari

Day 1:

Transfer to Serengeti (Kogatende)

After breakfast, your safari begins with a scenic scheduled flight from Arusha Airport to Kogatende Airstrip in Northern Serengeti. Upon arrival, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to Mara Mara Tented Lodge, a modern, clean-lined tented camp with a traditional African feel, situated in one of the Serengeti’s most coveted locations.

Accommodation: Mara Mara Tented Lodge

Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 2:

Full day river crossings in Northern Serengeti

Departing at 5:30 AM with packed breakfast, you’ll transfer to a prime crossing point based on overnight herd movements. Watch as herds gather courage on the riverbanks and observe massive Nile crocodiles patrolling the waters.

Enjoy a picnic lunch as you continue monitoring crossing activity and witnessing the dramatic chaos – crocodile attacks and panicked wildebeest. You’ll return to camp as the sun sets over the Mara River.

Day 3:

Alternative crossing points & predator action

After a sumptuous breakfast, you’ll transfer to a different section of the Mara River (there are quite a number of crossing points). Your guide will choose the most active location.

Enjoy a picnic lunch near the river and keep tracking the herds moving toward crossing points. Focus on predator action around the crossing points, lions and leopards usually know where to wait. Return to camp for dinner and share the most dramatic moments of the day.

Day 4:

Final crossing viewing and back to Arusha

Your final early morning river crossing session starts at 6:00 AM. You’re encouraged to make the most of your last few hours. Some crossings occur early morning as the herds become active after a restful night. Afterwards, you’ll return to camp for a late breakfast, pack up and be airlifted back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.

End of the 4 Days Mara River Crossings Great Wildebeest Migration Safari

Guide Price

Low Season from USD 2,970 pp.

High Season from USD 3,713 pp.

Single room supplement may apply
Please treat all pricing as a guide only: all rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
Request a quote or chat with our African safari specialist for the best, most current rate available.

Includes
Excludes

All transfers during your itinerary in a 4WD truck
Comfortable tented camps
Fees & permits
Expert river-crossing specialist guides
Bottled drinking water
All activities in the travel plan except optional ones
24/7 assistance and support during your trip

Visa & Travel insurance
Emergency medical bills
Trip cancellation insurance
International flights
Airport taxes
Dinner and accommodation before and after the trip (can be arranged for an extra cost)
All meals and drinks not specified
Tips and gratuities
Items of a personal nature

Important Notes

The 4 Days Mara River Crossings Great Wildebeest Migration Safari is limited to a maximum of six travelers per vehicle, and a 30% deposit is required on confirmation.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won’t be shared with others (private tour).
The minimum age for this tour is 4 years
This trip is tailor-made and can be customized to your own style of travel. You can set your own dates (subject to availability) and choose your accommodation facilities with our guidance. The accommodations selected here are what we think will suit this kind of tour and are where we have the best rates for you.