Everything you need to know about witnessing the greatest wildlife spectacle on Earth - timing, locations, and what to expect.
The Great Migration is nature's most spectacular wildlife event, involving over 1.5 million wildebeest, 200,000 zebras, and countless other animals in an endless cycle of movement across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem.
When to See the Migration
The migration follows a roughly clockwise pattern driven by rainfall:
- January-March: Calving season in the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu area
- April-May: The herds move northward through the Western Corridor
- June-July: Grumeti River crossings
- August-October: Dramatic Mara River crossings in the Northern Serengeti
- November-December: Return journey southward
Best Viewing Locations
Each location offers a unique perspective on the migration:
- Ndutu: Intimate calving scenes with predators
- Grumeti: First major river crossings
- Kogatende: The famous Mara River crossings
Tips for Your Migration Safari
1. Book camps in the path of the migration 2. Stay mobile - consider moving camps 3. Be patient - nature doesn't follow a schedule 4. Trust your guide's local knowledge
