Bavuma Wild Quest

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  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

Breakfast at the lodge sets the tone for an unforgettable day as you head deep into the world-renowned Masai Mara with Bavuma Wild Quest. This iconic reserve is the stage for the great migration, where between July and October millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles surge across the plains in a thundering river of life, driven by the search for fresh grazing. It is one of the most powerful natural events on Earth, and witnessing it is nothing short of transformative. Yet the magic of the Mara extends far beyond the migration season.

From November to June, it remains one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich landscapes, offering unmatched chances to encounter the Big Five in their natural habitat. Watch vast pods of hippos crowding the rivers, cheetahs accelerating across the sun-lit savannah, elephants roaming in quiet family herds, and graceful giraffes threading their way between acacia trees. With Bavuma Wild Quest, every moment draws you deeper into the pulse of Africa’s wilderness.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Uncover Masai Mara National Reserve with Bavuma Wild Quest

Uncover Masai Mara National Reserve with Bavuma Wild Quest

After breakfast, begin your full day of adventure in the Masai Mara. Afterward, you set out across the vast plains in search of the “Big Five” and to trail the path of the great migration. The Mara’s wildlife is endless, with over 450 bird species and an incredible range of animals that make every moment unforgettable. Expect to see lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, crocodiles, hyenas, jackals, warthogs, and many kinds of antelope as you explore this extraordinary ecosystem.

The highlight of the region is the great migration, one of nature’s greatest spectacles. Millions of wildebeest and zebra move from the Serengeti in search of fresh pasture, followed closely by predators such as lions, cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, and vultures. This powerful display of survival fills the Mara with unmatched drama and energy. Later in the afternoon, return to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3-5

The Great Migration Route - Masai Mara to Serengeti

The Great Migration Route - Masai Mara to Serengeti

Have breakfast at the lodge, then depart for the Tanzanian border. After formalities, continue into Serengeti National Park. The drive is long but scenic, with your first afternoon game drive capped by the Serengeti’s magical sunset. Settle into Northern Serengeti Moyo Migration Camp Mara, perfectly positioned near the great herds.

The following days feature full-day game drives in the Northern Serengeti, where rolling hills, rivers, forests, and plains create ideal settings to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. While nature cannot be dictated, spending at least three nights here gives the highest chance to witness the iconic Mara River crossings.

With Bavuma Wild Quest’s professional guides, renowned for their tracking skills and expertise, you are guaranteed the best game drives, uncovering unforgettable wildlife moments and migration action.

Overnight stays are at Northern Serengeti Moyo Migration Camp Mara, keeping you immersed in the heart of the wild.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Northern Serengeti Moyo Migration Camp Mara
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Serengeti Safari - Northern Plains to Central Heartland

Serengeti Safari - Northern Plains to Central Heartland

Breakfast at Northern Serengeti Moyo Migration Camp Mara kicks off the day, followed by a scenic transfer through the Northern Serengeti. Along the way, enjoy a morning game drive, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest as you make your way toward the Central Serengeti. Pause for a picnic lunch amid the sweeping plains.

Continue your guided game drive through the Central Serengeti, where rolling grasslands and acacia-studded horizons offer some of the park’s most spectacular wildlife encounters.

With Bavuma Wild Quest’s expert guides, you’ll experience unmatched tracking and insight, witnessing unforgettable wildlife moments and the drama of the migration. Later, relax with a complimentary sundowner, enjoying coffee and snacks while soaking in the iconic Serengeti sunset.

By late evening, arrive at Dove Serengeti Camp for your overnight stay, resting under the stars in the heart of the wild.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Dove Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Wake up early and embark on your journey eastward toward the iconic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy a packed lunch during your safari inside the crater, surrounded by Africa’s unmatched wildlife spectacle.

The Ngorongoro Crater, formed over 2 million years ago by a massive volcanic eruption, is one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders. Its fertile volcanic soils support an extraordinary ecosystem, home to the highest concentration of animals anywhere on the continent. With Bavuma Wild Quest’s expert guides, you’ll witness lions basking in the sun, zebras and buffalo roaming the crater floor, and, if lucky, even the rare black rhino. Every glance reveals a new, unforgettable scene.

After exploring this natural wonder, continue your journey toward Arusha, passing lush highland farms and quaint towns. Arrive in the late afternoon or evening at your hotel or the airport, marking the perfect conclusion to your unforgettable Bavuma Wild Quest East African safari.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)
High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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