Skip the crowded group camping vans if you hate dust and stiff backs. The balloon safaris at dawn are pricey at $550+, but hovering over migrating herds while the bush breakfast waits makes it legitimate. Aim for the Great Migration window between June and October to actually see the action. Budget at least three full days because the park is massive and transit takes forever. Don't waste money on mid-range lodges; stick to central camps for proximity.
