The Great Migration

the seasons's
greatest
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The Journey North

The Great Migration is often described as a single event. In reality, it is a continuous cycle that never truly stops. Driven by rainfall and the growth of fresh pasture, more than a million wildebeest, zebra and gazelle move in a vast loop between the Serengeti in Tanzania and the Masai Mara in Kenya, following a route that has been traced for thousands of years. The herds reach the Mara between July and October, and it is here that the journey becomes most dramatic. The Mara River stands between the animals and the land on the other side, and crossing it means running the gauntlet of crocodiles, strong currents and the chaos of a herd in motion. What compels the first animal to enter the water remains one of nature's great mysteries. What follows, when it does, is unlike anything else on earth.

Witnessing It With Wilder

Of all the places to witness a crossing, few compare to Entim Main, which sits directly on the Mara River bank with its viewing deck, pavilion and tents all facing the crossing. Entim Private sits close by, with the crossing points a short drive from camp. Guests staying at Ilkeliani, Lerai Safari Camp and Paradise Plains are within a 30 to 40 minute drive of the main crossing points, making the migration accessible from every Wilder property in the Mara. All Wilder guides have undergone extensive training to ensure that sightings are experienced responsibly and ethically, keeping a respectful distance from the herds and prioritising the natural behaviour of the wildlife above all else.

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Our Properties

Masai Mara

Ilkeliani

Ilkeliani sits on the banks of the Talek River, connected to the main reserve by a footbridge and bordered by game-rich plains that stretch out beyond the viewing decks. Tented suites are divided across two wings: Premier Suites and Family Suites in the East, Deluxe Suites and Family Suites in the West.

Olerai Conservancy, Masai Mara

Lerai Safari Camp

Lerai Safari Camp sits on 5,000 acres of Olerai Conservancy, bordering the Masai Mara and shared with Maasai landowners, with 3,500 acres reserved for exclusive Wilder use. Eight tents rest beneath olive trees and bougainvillea, offering an intimate alternative to the busier reserve while delivering the same quality of game viewing.

Masai Mara

Paradise Plains

Paradise Plains, The Wilder Group's newest property, sits in the Musiara region, one of the quieter corners of the Masai Mara. Inspired by old-world charm, the camp is spacious by design, with a yoga deck, pool, spa and gym that make restoration as much a part of the experience as exploration.