Where is the Great Migration this month?
Every year more than a million wildebeest, along with zebra and gazelle, travel a circular route through the Serengeti in search of fresh grass. Slide through the months to see where the herds are, then choose the safari that puts you there.
Timed to the herds
We schedule your dates and camps around where the animals will be.
River crossing odds
July to September gives the best chance, but crossings can never be guaranteed.
Calving season
January and February bring newborn calves and busy predators in the south.
Where the herds are, and when
Approximate positions. The herds follow the rains, so real movements shift from year to year.
Where are the herds in
September
Crossing back and forth
Herds cross between Tanzania and the Maasai Mara several times as they follow the grass. Northern camps are at their busiest.
River crossings
Calving
Predator action
Trips to choose from
Frequently asked questions
When is the Great Migration in Tanzania?
It never stops: the herds are always somewhere in the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. Calving happens in the south around January and February, and the Mara River crossings are usually between July and September.
Can you guarantee a river crossing?
No. Crossings depend on the herds and the water levels, and they can happen at any time of day or not at all during a stay. We give you the best odds by choosing the right area and giving you enough days.
Where should we stay to see the migration?
It depends on the month. We pick lodges or mobile camps close to the herds, and can move you between areas during a longer trip.
Calving season
January and February bring newborn calves and busy predators in the south.
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