Abercrombie & Kent’s The Great Migration Safari
A Dance with the Wild
Some journeys etch themselves into your soul—yours can begin with the thrum of hooves across the Serengeti, a horizon trembling with wildebeests and zebras threading through golden grass, shadowed by the silent grace of lions. Abercrombie & Kent’s “The Great Migration” safari unfurls this spectacle across 14 days, a masterful trip through East Africa’s untamed heart. You’ll stand on those plains, feel the earth pulse beneath custom safari rigs, and surrender to nights in boutique camps where the stars seem close enough to touch. This is a front-row seat to nature’s grandest theater, wrapped in A&K’s signature luxury. Today, it comes with a deal too enticing to ignore. Let’s sweep you into the wild.
A Tapestry of Dust and Wonder
This journey—capped at a maximum of 18 guests—sweeps across six destinations, stitching Kenya and Tanzania into a 14-day canvas. Six nights anchor you in migration country: three in the Serengeti’s boundless sprawl, where zebras paint the horizon, and three in the Maasai Mara, where river crossings turn chaos into poetry. Handpicked guides—trackers with eyes honed by decades—whisper tales of the bush as giraffes loom like sentinels. Between drives, you’ll slip into a Maasai village, their red robes vivid against the dust, or a bustling town where modernity hums alongside tradition. It’s intimate, immersive, and alive.
The Journey Unraveled: 14 Days of Awe
Here’s how this safari unfolds:
Day 1: Nairobi, Kenya – A Warm Welcome
Touch down in Nairobi, where the adventure begins with a private transfer to Hemingways Nairobi. Settle in, sip something cool, and let the city’s pulse ease you into Africa’s embrace.Day 2: Amboseli National Park – Kilimanjaro’s Shadow
Drive south to Amboseli, Mount Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peak piercing the sky at 19,341 feet. At Tawi Lodge, watch elephant herds roam the dusty plains—tuskers with ivory like sculptures—before gathering for a welcome dinner under the stars.Day 3: Amboseli – Into the Wild’s Heart
Two game drives today in a six-seat rig. Elephants lumber close, giraffes stretch against the horizon, and lions flicker in the distance—lunch breaks the rhythm, then it’s back out for more of Amboseli’s untamed magic.Day 4: Tarangire National Park, Tanzania
Cross into Tanzania, pausing in Arusha for a bite, then fly to Tarangire. Swala Camp, an A&K Sanctuary, hides among acacias—tents on raised decks overlooking a watering hole where impalas graze. The red earth teems with game, and dinner’s a camp affair.Day 5: Tarangire – Savanna Symphony
Morning and afternoon drives reveal Tarangire’s bounty—elephant herds, darting impalas, maybe a leopard’s tail in the trees. A Chef’s Table demo—ugali and kachumbari sizzling—adds a local flavor to the day.Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Village and Choice
Stroll a Tanzanian village market, vibrant with produce, then arrive at Gibb’s Farm near Ngorongoro. After lunch, pick your thrill: a walk with a Maasai healer unveiling forest secrets, a bike ride through village lanes, or high tea on a veranda with an artist’s touch.Day 7: Ngorongoro – Crater’s Embrace
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a 2,000-foot volcanic bowl teeming with life. Keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five in one sweep—lions, rhinos, buffalo—before returning to Gibb’s Farm for a shared dinner.Day 8: Serengeti National Park – Migration’s Stage
Fly to the Serengeti, where the Great Migration’s drama unfolds—millions chasing water across endless plains. Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti welcomes you with luxe comfort.Day 9: Serengeti – Plains Alive
Two drives today—giraffes crane above wildebeest herds, elephants trumpet in the distance. It’s a living gallery, every turn a new frame, all from your lodge’s plush perch.Day 10: Serengeti – Icons in Motion
Another day tracking the Serengeti’s stars—cheetahs sprint, buffalo lumber, lions lounge.Day 11: Maasai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya – River’s Edge
Fly to the Maasai Mara, the Serengeti’s northern kin, and settle at Olonana Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary on the Mara River. An afternoon drive reveals crocs sunning, hippos wallowing, and birds sparking color—capped by a sundowner and elegant dinner.Day 12: Maasai Mara – Savanna Unveiled
Morning and afternoon drives chase leopards in acacias, elephants guarding calves. Add an optional hot air balloon ride (extra cost) for a dawn soar above it all—Maasai herders dotting the plains below.Day 13: Maasai Mara – Farewell to the Wild
Roam the Mara again—zebras, gazelles, lions in sight—then visit a village and school, where A&K’s LifeStraw project shines. A farewell dinner at Olonana seals the journey with shared tales.Day 14: Nairobi – The Curtain Falls
Fly back to Nairobi, a dayroom at Hemingways Nairobi offering respite before your evening flight.
Lodges That Whisper Luxury
Each stop cradles you in A&K’s finest—Hemingways’ urban polish, Tawi Lodge’s Kilimanjaro views, Swala Camp’s eco-chic tents, Gibb’s Farm’s rustic charm, Four Seasons’ Serengeti elegance, and Olonana’s riverside sanctuary. You’ll savor these havens—gourmet meals under canvas, beds that beckon after dust-filled days—all seamless with private transfers, laundry, and WiFi.
A Deal to Seize the Savanna
From June 4 to December 14, 2025, this safari calls—summer slots vanishing fast. Starting at $22,795 per person (internal air included), book by March 31, 2025, and save up to $2500 per person. You can opt to privatize the entire itinerary for your family, or stretch it with pre/post extensions—Zanzibar’s sands or Victoria Falls’ roar. With just 18 spots per go, this is your shot at the migration’s magic.
Your Call to the Wild
This safari is a tale for the ages, perfect for a milestone, family quest, or solo plunge into the sublime. Imagine the Serengeti’s dust on your skin, hear the Mara’s dawn chorus, and you’ll want to return in a heartbeat. Ready to claim yours? Reach out to me at Mark@MDTraveling.com—I’ll lock in that $2500 savings, tailor every detail (flights, guides, extensions), and craft your 2025 adventure. Don’t wait; March 31’s closing fast, and the wild won’t linger.