How It Works:

The core of your safari adventure will be three unforgettable days in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve during the Wildebeest Migration in August 2026. Travelling in your own safari Landcuiser with a dedicated, experienced professional safari guide/driver who will accompany you throughout the entire journey.

The Great Wildebeest Migration is the second largest overland migration in the world, with wildlife travelling a total of 800km or more. The magnificence of the event lies in its magnitude. Between 1.4 and 2.5 million wildebeest, as well as Zebra and other species who plod or canter across Tanzania's Serengeti National Park and Kenya's Maasai Mara Game Reserve in search of good grazing. The migration is a spectacle of nature, with herds facing predators like lions, crocodiles and hyenas along the way.

What happens next? That's up to you.

With our 'Design Your Safari' approach, you can customise your journey with optional add-ons and experiences -- whether before or after your time in the Mara. You also get the freedom to mix and match locations, experiences and accommodation styles (budget, mid-range, or luxury) across your itinerary, to create a safari that's as unique as you are.

Step 1. The Core Safari

The core of your safari will be 3 unforgettable days in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve during the Great Wildebeest Migration in August 2026 (actual dates chosen by you). Three days of wildlife wonder, expert guiding and luxurious comfort. Here we would recommend staying at the luxurious Zebra River Camp. or similar.

Step 2. Then, Design Your Adventure:

Choose from a handpicked collection of destinations and experiences to extend your journey – before or after the Mara – to shape your perfect itinerary:

Nature & Wildlife Add-Ons

• Add extra days in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve
• Balloon Ride over the Maasai Mara (Highly Recommended) – watch the sunrise over the savannah and witness the herds from the sky – a once in-a-lifetime experience
• Explore Lake Nakuru National Park – Discover flamingos, rhinos, birdlife and big cats in this compact but wildlife rich park.
• Lake Naivasha Boat Ride + Walk with Giraffes on Crescent Island.
• Visit Oserian Wildlife Sanctuary, Lake Naivasha – Encounter giraffes, antelope, and birdlife in a serene private reserve.
• A day in Nairobi National Park to include a visit to Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, the most successful elephant orphan rescue and rehabilitation program in the world.

Culture & Heritage

• Visit a Maasai Village – Experience the culture, music and traditions of the Maasai people in a respectful, immersive way.
• Giraffe Centre (Nairobi) – Hand-feed endangered Rothschild giraffes in a conservation sanctuary
• Karen Blixen Coffee Farm Tour (Nairobi) – Step into 'Out of Africa' an visit the historic farmhouse and stroll the scenic estate

Active Adventures

• Horse riding at Lake Naivasha
• Hike Mount Longonot – A dormant volcano with panoramic views of the Great Rift Valley
• Cycle or Hike Hell's Gate National Park & Explore the Gorge – Lake Naivasha
• Climb Mount Kenya – The second highest peak in Africa after Kilimanjaro.

Further Afield

• To the south visit Amboseli National Park – Iconic elephants beneath Mount Kilimanjaro
• Central Kenya a visit to Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Located between the foothills of Aberdare's and Mount Kenya. This is the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa, it houses the two last remaining northern white rhinos in the world and provides a haven for orphaned, abandoned and rescued chimpanzees, the only place in Kenya where chimps can be seen
• Northern Kenya and the remote pristine wilderness of Samburu National Reserve. Situated along the banks of Ewaso Ng'iro River. A unique wildlife conservation haven famous for an abundance of rare species of animals such as the Grevy Zebra, Somali Ostrich, Reticulated Giraffe, Gerenuk and the Beisa Oryx. This reserve is also home to a population of close to 900 elephants.

The Indian Ocean

• Extend your adventure and unwind in the paradise that is Zanzibar, this tropical paradise with its fascinating history, incredible nature, enchanting sunsets and magnificent white beaches! If you are looking for a peaceful yet active escape, Zanzibar is the perfect place to give rein to your holiday wanderlust.

Step 3: Mix & Match your Accommodation Style

Whether you're looking for full luxury of something more modest, we offer a choice of accommodation for each location:

• Luxury – Premium lodges, tented camps & boutique hotels
• Mid-Range – Comfortable, well located properties
• Budget friendly – For adventurous travellers or flexible budgets

You can mix accommodation styles across your itinerary – Luxury in the Mara, mid-range in Naivasha, budget in Nairobi – Your comfort, Your way.

Ready to Design Your Safari?

Your dream safari is closer than your think – and my trip design service is completely free.

Whether you already have a vision in mind or need help choosing the perfect experiences, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. With personal attention, insider knowledge, and a true passion for East Africa, I'll help you create a journey that's as unforgettable as the landscapes you'll explore.

Let's start planning:

Email Joy directly at joy@safariadventuresbyjoy.co.uk
WhatsApp: +44 (0) 7966094013
or use the contact form to tell me more about your travel ideas

Local Knowledge, Global Support

Safari Adventures by Joy works in trusted collaboration with Saunterland Africa Tours – a licenced tour operator based in Nairobi. I personally design your itinerary, then Saunterland expertly manages local bookings, transport, logistics and payment. This means no service fees or commissions on your end – just tailored advice and seamless planning at no extra cost to you.