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MIGRATION
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Experience the Great Wildebeest Migration in the expansive savannah, with herds crossing the plains, making their way through rivers, and forming groups among zebras, gazelles, and other wild animals.
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Migration Scenes
Observe over 1.5 million herds of wildebeests, alongside hundreds and thousands of zebras, antelopes and gazelles migrating across the Serengeti and Maasai Mara in search of greener pastures.
Wildlife Encounters
Join the spectacle of crossing rivers, witnessing land and river predators hunting prey, and baby calves being born while surrounded by other wildlife.
Seasonal Excursions
Tour during migration and calving seasons and track the herds throughout different landscapes, including open savannas and rivers.
Expert Safari Tours
Visit under the guidance of experienced safari experts who know how to track wildlife and migration movements, animal encounters and best scenic views.
Wildebeest Migration Safari
Activities and Experiences Included
River Crossings
Between July and October, huge herds of wildebeest and zebra cross the Mara River on the border of Kenya and Tanzania, braving crocodiles and strong currents in one of nature’s most dramatic events.
Calving Season
From January to March the herds gather on the short-grass plains of the southern Serengeti and Ndutu, where thousands of calves are born each day, drawing lions, cheetahs and hyenas close.
Following the Herds
Our guides track the herds throughout the year and place you in camps close to the action, whether in the central Serengeti, the Western Corridor or the northern Serengeti and Masai Mara.
River Crossings
Between roughly July and October, the herds gather on the banks of the Mara River. Crossings are unpredictable, so we plan extra time in the area and position you at known crossing points for the best chance of seeing one.
Calving Season
From about January to March, hundreds of thousands of calves are born on the short-grass plains of the southern Serengeti and Ndutu, drawing lions, cheetahs and hyenas to the area.
Following the Herds
Mobile and seasonal camps move with the migration, so you can stay close to the action and spend more time with the herds instead of driving long distances each day.
Why Go on a Wildebeest Migration Safari
The Wildebeest Migration Safari gives an amazing chance to see one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife shows in their natural habitat. About 1.5 million wildebeests migrate through the Serengeti and Maasai Mara in search of new grasslands, along with hundreds and thousands zebras and gazelles. June to October is the best time of year when you could see amazing river crossings and predator interactions, while January to March is best for calving and large concentrations of herd animals.
What is Involved in a Migration Safari
Planning a Wildebeest Migration Safari requires careful consideration of the animals’ seasonal movements. On your safari, you will usually start your day with an early-morning game drive, when wildlife is out and the surroundings are scenic. Professional guides know about the recent locations of the herds and select suitable places for observing wildlife. During the day, you might trace the migratory routes of these animals, observe the gathering of wildebeest in huge numbers, locate predators around and explore the surroundings of the plains and waterholes.
Where to Experience a Migration Safari
You can witness the Great Wildebeest Migration at some of Africa’s most famous locations, such as Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya. Be there to watch millions of animals migrating together through the savanna grasslands in search of new pastures, watching spectacular Mara and Grumeti River crossings and interactions with predators. The herds move from the Northern to Central and Eastern Serengeti, Kenya’s Mara, and then to the Southern Serengeti, where, in the Ndutu region, they give birth to calves and gradually migrate toward the Northern plains.
Why Book a Migration Safari With Us
Expertly designed Wildebeest Migration Safaris by Safarizo are based on the seasons of migration and the experience you wish to gain. Our highly skilled safari partners and guides know the migration routes and all the details of the migration process in the Serengeti and Masai Mara. Be it the right season for your trip or the right area, we plan everything to ensure a perfect safari experience for you. Every safari we design brings you closer to one of nature’s wonders.
Migration Safari
What’s Included/Excluded
Included
- Experienced Safari Guide
- Daily Game Drives
- Migration Tracking & Route Planning
- Safari Vehicle & Transfers
- Accommodation & Meals as per Itinerary
Exclude
- Park and Conservancy Fees
- International & Domestic Flights
- Personal Travel Insurance
- Guide and Driver Tips
- Personal Expenses & Optional Activities
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Frequently Asked Questions.
The best time depends on which phase of the migration you want to see. July to October is ideal for seeing the herds in the Masai Mara and northern Serengeti, as well as possible Mara River crossings. January to March is the best time to see newborn calves in the Ndutu region of the Southern Serengeti plains, and it's officially known as the Calving season.
Your migration safari can last anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on your planned itinerary. A longer safari gives you more chances to see the migration in different wildlife areas.
Yes. Wildebeest migration safaris can be tailored for family vacations, although the minimum age requirement will vary between camps and lodges.
The migration takes place annually between the Serengeti of Tanzania and the Masai Mara of Kenya. The best place to see the migration depends on the season and the herds' location.
Begin by specifying when you wish to travel and what kind of experience you wish to have. Our experts will plan the safari based on herd movement season, the right safari region, accommodations, game drives, etc.
