12 Days Seychelles and Kenya Wildebeest Migration
12 Days Seychelles and Kenya Wildebeest Migration
In reality, there is no spectacle on earth as the one of the wildebeest migration which seems to neither start nor finish in their endless search for food and water, as they migrate across the Serengeti- Masai Mara ecosystem in a relentless sequence of life and death which occurs annually.
The only beginning is the calving season which sees new members join the struggle in what is termed action-packed in February at the Ndutu plains as 75000 calves are born before the journey starts again in May-June with the rutting season as the wildebeest prepare to cross the dangerous Mara River which is filled with big Nile crocodiles and the end is the death this was evidenced by the East African author and photographer Jonathan Scott, who has spent the better part of the last 30 years witnessing the events of the great migration in the Serengeti and Masai-Mara ecosystem.
Safari highlights
- Tracking the Migration
- Beach relaxation in Seychelles
Detailed safari itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Nairobi transfer to your lodge
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta international airport you will be received by our guide and transfer to your hotel for relaxation and overnight.
Day 2: Full day city tour of Nairobi
After breakfast, you will be picked up by our representative to explore the city of Nairobi. You will visit the former home of Karen Blixen which is now a museum. You also tour the Giraffe Centre; you will also visit the Elephant orphanage at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Lunch is served at Karen Blixen Restaurant. Afternoon visit the animal orphanage at the entrance of Nairobi National park and the National Museum of Kenya Return to the hotel for a free afternoon and overnight at your hotel of choice.
Day 3: Flight from Nairobi to Masai Mara
After breakfast, transfer to Wilson airport for your scheduled flight to the world renowned Masai Mara.
On arrival Masai Mara, you transfer to your safari lodge, Nestled in a river glade in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, the area is a favourite for elephants coming to drink from the Talek River. Later in the day you will head out to the park in search of the African big game like Lions, Leopards, cheetah, elephants, Buffalos, Wildebeest and abundant birdlife.
Day 4: Safaris in Masai Mara
Our morning and afternoon game drives take us in search of Africa’s Big Five and the plethora of other wildlife inhabiting this vast Kenyan game reserve. On clear days, the Masai Mara offers fantastic orange tinged sunset’s well-worth capturing on camera. The Masai Mara Game Reserve is 1510km² of incredible wide-open landscapes and fertile riverine woodland following the looping meanders of the Mara and Talek rivers in Kenya. One glimpse is enough to explain its appeal; it is typical open savannah, with a mass of amazing wildlife.
Wherever you go in the vast Masai Mara you will see an abundance of wildlife such as Masai giraffe, baboons, warthogs, bat eared foxes, grey jackals, spotted hyena, Topis, impala, hartebeests, wildebeest. Elephants, buffaloes, zebras and hippos are also found in great numbers. It is also common to see lions either basking after a heavy meal, or surveying the plains for their next meal. Cheetahs and leopards are harder to spot, but reasonably common.
Day 5: Full day game drives in Masai Mara national reserve
After morning breakfast you will head to track the wildebeest Migration, usually the mara river areas are the best places to camp as the wildebeest are struggling to cross the Mara River from Tanzania’s Serengeti in search of green grass and will also have a good chance to see predators and later in the day you will return to the lodge for dinner and Overnight.
Day 6: Flight Masai Mara to Nairobi
After an eventful safari experience in Masai mara our guide will transfer you to the airstrip for your return flight to Nairobi upon arrival you will be received by our guide and transfer to your hotel for relaxation and Overnight.
Day 7: Fly Kenya to Seychelles
Depending on flight schedule you will be transfer to Nairobi International Airport arriving in time to check in for your scheduled flight to Mahe, Seychelles. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the beach resort.
The Seychelles Islands is one of the top destinations for honeymooners, thanks to the breath-taking location and paradise-like amenities. It is an archipelago consisting of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, surrounded by clear crystal waters, plenty of warm sunshine, palm trees, exotic wildlife, and soft white sand just outside your Seychelles hotel door.
Day 8: Full day relaxation at your beach resort
After Lazily breakfast, you will enjoy free day at leisure you may experience the beauty of this island in your own magnificent way. Several activities for you to choose from or then just laze in the crystal clear water of these Paradise islands and their beautiful beaches.
Day 9: Full day relaxation at your beach resort
After Lazily breakfast, you will enjoy free day at leisure you may experience the beauty of this island in your own magnificent way. Several activities for you to choose from or then just laze in the crystal clear water of these Paradise islands and their beautiful beaches.
Day 10: Explore the Seychelles islands
Explore the stunning islands of Seychelles at you own leisurely pace. Discover the capital city of Victoria a charming town that has retained the air of a provincial town, other popular tourist attractions the Codevar Craft Center, Botanical Gardens and The Seychelles Natural History Museum, among others.
Day 12: Departure
On the last day in Seychelles, transfer from hotel to the airport for flight back home.
Trip Includes
- Accommodation
- Vehicle, guide and fuel
- Masai mara park entrance fees
- Seychelles islands and city visits
- All airport transfers
- All game drives
Trip excludes
- International flights
- Kenya and Seychelles Tourist Visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides and hotels
When to Book safari package
We recommend booking this safari 1 year in advance to allow us secure the best places to stay for both the wildebeest Migration and beach relaxation.
Best time to visit Seychelles and Kenya
The best time to visit these two destinations would be in the month of October when the wildebeest are making their way back to Serengeti and Seychelles beaches are wind free.
