Great Migration Safari, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park
Program Highlights
7 Days Serengeti Western corridor Wildebeest Migration, tours, holidays, and travel packages, have been designed specifically to focus on and to increase your chance to see the great Serengeti wildebeest migration. We have designed the program to include both the Seronera area (central Serengeti National Park) and the Western corridor (western Serengeti National Park) where the majority of the wildebeest migration can normally be found from May to July pausing to gather momentum before crossing the crocodile-rich waters of the Grumeti River. The itinerary also includes Tarangire National park (Home of Elephants) a visit to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National park famous for Tree climbing Lion.
Program Description.
Day 1: Arrive In Tanzania.
A staff member of Kilipeak Adventure will pick you up from the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). From here you will be driven to your hotel in Masailand Safari Lodge, which is beautifully located on the coffee farms and is a perfect place to prepare for your 7 Days Serengeti Western corridor Wildebeest Migration safari.
We will gather in the hotel for a pre-safari briefing.
Accommodation: at Masailand Safari Lodge: Meals: B, B
Day 2: Tarangire National Park.
Our 7 Days Serengeti Western corridor Wildebeest Migration tours start- we drive to Tarangire National Park, for excellent game viewing. Tarangire is a small park that offers some excellent sights. Generally, in the dry seasons, Tarangire comes alive as wildlife and birdlife congregate on the Tarangire River, which is a permanent source of water. We spend the night in our lodge beautifully set inside the park with stunning views and a unique atmosphere. In the late afternoon, we make a journey from the park to our Hotel in Karatu.
Accommodation: at Eileen’s Tree Inn Lodge: Meals: B, L, D
Day 3: Serengeti National Park – Central Serengeti
After breakfast we will head towards the Serengeti National Park, leaving the highlands behind, we descend into the heart of wild Africa – the Serengeti National – with its endless plains, rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see. We head to the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. We enjoy a game drive en route to our Special Tented Camp.
Accommodation: at Kirimu Luxury Camp: Meals: B, L, D
Day 4: Serengeti – Werstern Corridor
After breakfast, we head towards the western reaches of the Serengeti National Park, also known as the Western Corridor. We will do a game drive en-route from the Seronera area to the Western Corridor area. The wildebeest migration can normally be found in the Western Corridor area end of April, May, and June, depending on rainfall patterns. Also, the beauty of the landscape stretching without end beneath an infinite sky o Serengeti western safari.
Accommodation: at Tukaone Tented Camp: Meals: B, L, D
Day 5: Serengeti Western Corridor – Ngorongoro Area
After breakfast enjoys a half-day game drive in the Western Corridor. The key feature in the Western Corridor is the Grumeti and Mbalageti Rivers, running almost parallel to each other, each supporting a band of evergreen forests. The rivers sustain a permanent game population of zebra, wildebeest, all the predators, and birdlife. It is also possible to find large pods of hippos and huge crocodiles in the Grumeti River. The wildebeest normally gather around waterholes mid morning in such densities, that they look like ants swarming around a nest. Later afternoon drive back to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Accommodation: at Ngorongoro Angata Camp: Meals: B, L, D
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Early morning we drive to the final destination of this epic safari – Ngorongoro crater by driving around the crater rim. Finally, we descend the 600 high walls of the Ngorongoro Crater to the floor of the Crater for a full day of game drives. The crater walls provide a natural sanctuary for the animals, which means there is plenty to see: lions, elephants, buffalo, rhino, and leopards (if you are lucky). The only animal you won’t see here is a giraffe, whose long legs are unable to cope with the steep sides of the crater. After another memorable safari, we drive back to Arusha
Accommodation: at Masailand Safari Lodge: Meals: B, L, D
Day 7: Arusha – Departure
The airport departure transfer is free after the end of your safari.
7 Days Serengeti Western corridor Wildebeest Migration. Includes:
1. Full board accommodation whilst on safari.
2. Private safari guide
3. Private 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
4. Transfers in both directions between the International Airport
5. Park fees
6. Crater fees
7. All meals whilst on safari (as specified in the day-by-day section)
8. Maasai tour Experience
9. On safari – Vehicles equipped with ice chest with mineral water, wildlife guidebooks.
10. Government taxes, VAT, and service charges
7 Days Serengeti Western corridor Wildebeest Migration. Excludes:
1. Tanzania Visa:
2. Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
3. Meals not listed above
4. Optional Tours (balloon)
5. Tips and any items of personal nature.
Great Migration Safari
Program Highlights
Duration: 8 Days Safari
Itinerary: 8 Days Wildebeest Calving Migration Ndutu (December to April)
8 Days Wildebeest Calving Migration Ndutu (December to April), The Great Wildebeest Calving Migration Safari has been designed specifically to focus on following the Great Serengeti Wildebeest migration during calving from December to April. The areas to be covered are the Lake Ndutu area, as well as the Southern and Central areas of Serengeti National Park where the majority of the wildebeest are usually found. A visit to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater is part of this safari as well Tarangire National Park and Visit Maasai Tribe in Tanzania.
The Southern Serengeti and Ndutu Ngorongoro areas in Tanzania are the best locations for the months of January, February, and March to witness thousands of wildebeest spread across the plains grazing on the rich short grass plains. Predator action is at its peak with great sightings of cheetah, lion, hyena, and leopard and a very good chance to see Adrenalin packed kills.
Our safari vehicles with the hatched roof for shade against sunny African wilderness; are the extended body with roomy seats for comfortable sitting and stretching out legs. Every guest is accessible to the window seat. Cars are also fitted with fridges, power charge sockets and VHF radio calls for easy and fast communication with the base office.
Program Description
Day 1: Arrive In Tanzania.
A staff member of Kilipeak Adventure will pick you up from the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). From here you will be driven to your hotel in Masailand Safari Lodge, which is beautifully located on the coffee farms and is a perfect place to prepare for your 8 Days Wildebeest Calving Migration Ndutu (December to April) adventure.
We will gather in the hotel for a pre-safari briefing.
Accommodation: at Masailand Safari Lodge: Meals: B, B
Day 2: Tarangire National Park.
After breakfast, our 8 Days Wildebeest Calving Migration Ndutu (December to April) start by driving to Tarangire National Park, for excellent game viewing. Tarangire is a small park that offers some excellent sights. Generally, in the dry seasons, Tarangire comes alive as wildlife and birdlife congregate on the Tarangire River, which is a permanent source of water. In the late afternoon, we make a short journey from the park to our hotel in Karatu.
Accommodation: at Octagon Lodge: Meals: Full Board
Day 3: Game Drive at Ngorongoro Ndutu Area
Early this morning, we drive off to Ndutu plains for the migration safari in Southern Ngorongoro and Serengeti. We will have a brief stop at the Loduare Main Gate before entering the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and another brief stop to take pictures, and get some stunning views over the Ngorongoro Crater floor. We will then drive further to the Lake Ndutu area where the action takes place during the months of December through March. The picnic will be served and the afternoon will be spent doing game drives until later in the afternoon time to check-in at the r camp for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: at Nyikani Migration Camp: Meals: B, L, D
Day 4: Ndutu Plains Calving Safari
After breakfast will be spent at the Ndutu plains within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Ndutu plains are where it all happens in the month of January to March as the wildebeest’s Migration gives birth to thousands of young calves every day. At Ndutu plains with the green pastures during this time of the year and the rich mineral soils that the herds adore you are sure to see the thousands of wildebeests accompanied by zebras, and gazelles spread along with vast areas, as well as have the rare chance to witness some real wildlife action as the predators engage the herds and try to snatch their loved newly born foals. later evening drive back to the camp
Accommodation: at Nyikani Migration Camp: B, L, D
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
It is worth visiting the Serengeti National Park having come this far. After breakfast at your camp, we check out and drive a short distance to the Naabi Hill Gate where you will register and enter the Serengeti National Park for a day of game drives around the Central areas like Seronera Valley and around the Moru Kopjes. Later in the afternoon, you will check-in at the lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Tour
We start the day with an early morning game drive in Serengeti National park before heading to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Finally, we descend the 600 high walls of the Ngorongoro Crater to the floor of the Crater for a full day of game drives. The crater walls provide a natural sanctuary for the animals, which means there is plenty to see: lions, elephants, buffalo, rhino, and leopards (if you are lucky). The only animal you won’t see here is a giraffe, whose long legs are unable to cope with the steeps sides of the crater. In the late afternoon, we travel back to our Hotel in Karatu.
Accommodation: at Eileen Tree in Lodge: Meals: B, L, D
Day 7: Maasai Tour
Today you’ll experience the culture and traditions of the local Maasai on the way to Arusha. Your local guide will show you a Maasai Boma and explain the way on how Maasai lives; after a short visit to the Maasai boma, we will drive back to Arusha.
Accommodation: at Masailand Safari Lodge: Meals: B, B
Day 8: Arusha – Departure
The airport departure transfer is free after the end of your safari.
E-mail us at any time to discuss your trip and get an accurate quotation.
8 Days Wildebeest Calving Migration Ndutu (December to April) Includes:
1. Full board accommodation whilst on safari
2. Private safari guide
3. Private 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
4. Transfers in both directions between the International Airport
5. Park fees and Crater fees
7. All meals whilst on safari
8. Maasai tour Experience
9. On safari – Vehicles equipped with ice chest with mineral water, wildlife guidebooks.
10. Government taxes, VAT,
8 Days Wildebeest Calving Migration Ndutu (December to April) Excludes:
1. Tanzania Visa:
2. Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
3. Meals not listed above
4. Optional Tours (balloon rides etc)
5. Tips and any items of personal nature.
Great Migration Safari, Serengeti National Park
7 Days Tanzania – Serengeti Migration Photographic Safari with Kilipeak Adventure is the truly remote and wild places of northern Tanzania on this comprehensively private Tanzania safari. Best time June to early July, See the link migration Calendar
All our safaris use well-maintained and extended Toyota Land Cruisers, with roof hatches for unobstructed and up-close game-viewing and private Tanzanian safari guide.
Day 1: Arrive to Tanzania
Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). We will arrange a private transfer from the Airport to Arusha at Moivaro Coffee Lodge, where the rest of the day is at leisure. We stay at Moivaro Coffee Lodge, which is beautifully located on the coffee farms and is a perfect place to prepare for your adventure.
We will gather in the hotel for a pre-safari briefing and an equipment check.
Dinner and overnight at Moivaro Coffee Lodge: Half board.
Day 2: Arusha to Serengeti National Park.
Morning breakfast at Moivaro Lodge then followed by en-route game drive to the great Serengeti Plains via Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After a picnic lunch proceeds with your game drive in the central Serengeti national park around Seronera or trace the direction of the migration.
Dinner and overnight at Kirimu Tented Camp: Full board.
Day 3: Game Drive Serengeti National Park.
Depending on the time of the year and the migration of the herds you can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffe, zebras, Monkey, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes as well as a multitude of birds.
Dinner and overnight at Kirimu Tented Camp: Full board.
Day 4: Game Drive Serengeti National Park.
After breakfast, we will take the packed lunch with us and proceed with the game drive in the Serengeti National Park. The migration can be seen on a long chain approximately 40 Km heading to the southwestern direction. Around 1230 and 1300 break for your lunch. After having our lunch, we will proceed with our game viewing following the move of the migrants on the southwest of the park. Approximately 1.3 million wildebeest, 250,000 gazelles, and 200,000 Zebras have been recorded sharing the short grass.
Dinner and overnight at Tanzania Bush Camp: Full board.
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
An early morning game drive in the Serengeti followed by picnic lunch on the way to Ngorongoro crater. We will stop at Olduvai Gorge, the site of Louis and Mary Leakey’s renowned archaeological discoveries. Their findings include some of the man’s earliest known ancestral remains.
Dinner and overnight at Rhino Lodge: Full board.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Tour.
Today we will descend 2000 feet (over 600 meters) to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater for your crater tour. Here we will explore the forest areas inhabited by monkeys and elephants, the lake area, where we may see flamingos. We will also visit the open savannah where the lions hunt. Picnic lunch will be served in the crater later afternoon drive back to Arusha for accommodation.
Dinner and overnight at Moivaro Coffee Lodge: Half board.
Day 7: Departure.
E-mail us at any time to discuss your trip and get an accurate quotation.
7 Days Tanzania – Serengeti Migration Photographic Safari Includes
- Full board accommodation whilst on safari in the above mentioned en suite tented camps
• Private safari guide
• Private 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
• Transfers in both directions between the International Airport
• Park fees
• Crater fees
• Airport Arrival/Departure Meet and Greets at the airport
• On safari – Vehicles equipped with ice chest with mineral water, wildlife guidebook.
• Government taxes, VAT and service charges relating to accommodation and included meals
7 Days Tanzania – Serengeti Migration Photographic Safari Excludes:
- Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival, USA and Canada passport holders USD.100
• Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
• Meals not listed above
• Optional Tours (balloon rides)
• Tips and any items of personal nature.
Great Migration Safari
10 Days Follow The Wildebeest Migration Safari (July to October) with Kilipeak Adventure, an itinerary is the truly remote and wild places of northern Tanzania on this comprehensively private Tanzania safari.
This itinerary will let you experience the great wildebeest migration in the impressive Serengeti view wildlife up close in the magnificent Ngorongoro crater.
Day 1: JRO Arrival – Arusha
Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). The private transfer from the Airport to the hotel in Arusha will be waiting at the airport.
Dinner and overnight at Maasailand Safari Lodge: Half board.
Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park:
Today we drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a full day of game drives. This is one of Tanzania’s smaller parks but still offers a rewarding and diverse safari experience. The lakeshore at Manyara teems with birdlife, and while you are looking for the birds, you might spot one of the elusive tree-climbing lions. There are a surprising number of other large mammals and the striking cliffs on the Rift escarpment form a dramatic backdrop. In the late afternoon, we make a short journey from the park to our special wilderness lodge.
Dinner and overnight at Eileen’s Tree Inn Lodge: Full board.
Day 3: Serengeti National Park – Seronera
After breakfast, you head via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards the Serengeti plains – game drives en route to the Seronera area (central Serengeti). Head over to the Rock Kopjes where you have good chances of seeing some of the cat families. Cheetah and lions use these giant rock outcrops as observation posts. Mid-afternoon you head towards Acacia Camp located in central Serengeti where you arrive in time for sundowner drinks.
Dinner and overnight at Kirimu Luxury Camp: Full board.
Day 4: Serengeti National Park – Mara River
After breakfast, you slowly start the drive towards the northern part of the park in order to try and catch a glimpse of the annual wildebeest migration – explore the river and head up to Mara River Camp for relaxation and overnight
Dinner and overnight at Nyikani Migration Camp Kogatende: Full board.
Day 5: Serengeti National Park – Mara River
Dawn game drives of the area – return to the camp for breakfast followed by full day game drives or relaxation at the camp and head out on sunset game drives. Plan your day together with your driver-guide and explore the river shores.
Dinner and overnight at Nyikani Migration Camp – Kogatende: Full board.
Day 6: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Area
After breakfast, we get right on the road back towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Our drive takes us back through the Serengeti via a different route, offering plenty of opportunities to spot the animals that eluded you on day two. As far as the eye can see, you’ll spot thousands upon thousands of animals in herds; wildebeests and zebras migrating together, tall and graceful giraffes, jumping antelopes and gazelles, the powerful African elephant, and the most respected group of animals: the predators. Dinner and overnight at Rhino Lodge: Full board.
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater tour:
After breakfast, you’ll depart for Ngorongoro Crater; considered by some to be the Eighth Wonder of the World. When you get your first glimpse of this vast, verdant caldera from the panoramic viewpoint, you’ll soon understand why it has earned such a lofty reputation. Finally, we descend into the crater. The crater walls provide a natural sanctuary for the animals, which means there is plenty to see: lions, elephants, buffalo, rhino, and leopards (if you are lucky). The only animal you won’t see here is a giraffe, whose long legs are unable to cope with the steeps sides of the crater. In the late afternoon, we travel just outside of the Crater to our special tented camp.
Dinner and overnight at Eileen’s Tree Inn Lodge: Full board.
Day 8:Tarangire National Park
Today we drive to Tarangire National Park, for excellent game viewing. Tarangire is a small park that offers some excellent sights. Generally, in the dry seasons, Tarangire comes alive as wildlife and birdlife congregate on the Tarangire River, which is a permanent source of water. We spend the night in our lodge beautifully set inside the park with stunning views and a unique atmosphere.
Dinner and overnight at Tarangire Safari Lodge: Full board.
Day 9: Culture Experience Tour
Morning breakfast at Tarangire Safari Lodge the rest of the day is free to relax and or explore the Maasai cultural experience, you will go on a walk to visit Maasai tribes. The Maasai live in the areas. Learning about their history is as fascinating as the views are breathtaking from several hilltop peaks in the area later evening back to Arusha.
Dinner and overnight at Maasailand Safari Lodge: Bed and Breakfast.
Day 10: Departure day
Anytime after breakfast or lunch, we will drive direct to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international flight back home or join another tour either Kilimanjaro Trek,or Zanzibar Beach hoilday.
10 Days Follow The Wildebeest Migration Safari (July to October) Includes:
• Full board accommodation whilst on safari in the above mentioned en suite tented camps and lodges
• Private safari guide
• Private 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
• Transfers in both directions between the International Airport
• Park fees
• Crater fees
• All meals while on safari
• Airport Arrival/Departure Meet and Greets at the airport
• On safari – Vehicles equipped with ice chest with mineral water, wildlife guidebooks
• Government taxes.
10 Days Follow The Wildebeest Migration Safari (July to October) Excludes:
• Tanzania Visa:
• Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
• Meals not listed above
• Optional Tours (balloon rides)
• Tips and any items of personal nature.
Great Migration Safari, Serengeti National Park
Tour overview
8 Days Great Wildebeest Migration River Crossing Safari with Kilipeak Adventure a fantastic opportunity for visiting The wildebeest migration river crossing beginning July moves north and passes through the Lobo area en-route to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve. In September, the wildebeest herds are spread out over the northern Serengeti National Park and Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve. Several large herds of wildebeest remain behind in the area and weather changes may sometimes bring the herds back into the area from the Mara. In October, the herds move south towards the central Serengeti National Park via the Lobo area of the Serengeti National Park.
visit the unique Ngorongoro crater known as Africa’s Eden and famous for big cat and Predators, Lake Manyara National Park which lies on the floor of Great Rift Valley famous for Its tree climbing Lion, for those have short time will be the best short safari for their lifetime.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Tanzania.
Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), there will be a private transfer from the Airport to Arusha at Maasailand Safari Lodge, immediately after check-in, you will meet with our Safari professional guide who will give you a briefing about the whole safari
Dinner and overnight at Maasailand Safari Lodge: Half board
Day 2: Game Drive In Lake Manyara National Park
After your breakfast, your safari starts by driving to lush and beautiful Manyara National Park for game viewing. In at afternoon time takes you for lunch in the park picnic area.
Dinner and overnight at Eileen’s Tree Inn Lodge: Full board.
Day 3: Serengeti National Park. (Central)
Morning breakfast at your hotel followed by an en-route game drive to Serengeti Plains via Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After a picnic lunch proceeds with your game drive in the central Serengeti national park around Seronera or trace the direction of the migration.
Dinner and overnight at Tanzania Bush Camp: Full board.
Day 4:Full Day Game Serengeti National Park. (Kogatende)
We will proceed for a full day game drive viewing the great migration at the Mara area. Resident wildlife numbers are exceptionally high in the Wagakuria area. The key feature is the Mara River and there is a great chance to see the herds cross the Mara River to the north on one day and back south a few days later. Please note that it can be very difficult to witness crossing and is sometimes a matter of luck. A herd can be seen next to the river and only decide to cross a couple of days later. This area is a stunning region with kopjes, woodland, riverine vegetation, and open plains, similar to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve. Dinner and overnight at Mara River Tented Camp: Full board.
Day: Another Full Day Game Serengeti National Park. (North Mara)
After breakfast, we will drive to Serengeti north viewing the great migration at the Mara area. The key feature is the Mara River and it is not uncommon to see the herds cross the Mara River north on one day and then back south a few days later. Please take note that finding a crossing is very challenging and is sometimes a matter of luck. There are instances where herds can be seen next to the river but then only decides to cross a couple of days later. This area is a stunning region with kopjes, woodland, riverine vegetation, and open plains, similar to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game reserve. Dinner and overnight at Mara River Tented Camp: Full board.
Day 6: Serengeti National Park To Ngorongoro Area.
An early morning game drive in the Serengeti followed by picnic lunch on the way to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. We will stop at Olduvai Gorge, the site of Louis and Mary Leakey’s renowned archaeological discoveries. Their findings include some of the man’s earliest known ancestral remains.
Dinner and overnight at Rhino Lodge: Full board.
Day 7: Game Drive In Ngorongoro Crater.
Today we will descend 2000 feet (over 600 meters) to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater for your crater tour. Here you will explore the forest areas inhabited by monkeys and elephants, the lake area, where we may see flamingos. We will also visit the open savannah where the lions hunt. Picnic lunch will be served in the crater later afternoon drive back to Arusha.
Dinner and overnight at Maasailand Safari Lodge: Full board.
Day 8: Arusha Town to Kilimanjaro Airport/ Arusha.
We will arrange a private transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) after your safari.
E-mail us at any time to discuss your trip and get an accurate quotation.
8 Days Great Wildebeest Migration River Crossing Safari Includes:
• Full board accommodation whilst on safari in the above mentioned en suite tented camps and lodges
• Private safari guide
• Private 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
• Transfers in both directions between the International Airport
• Park fees
• Crater fees
• Airport Arrival/Departure Meet and Greets at the airport
• On safari – Vehicles equipped with ice chest with mineral water, wildlife guidebook.
• Government taxes, VAT, and service charges relating to accommodation and included meals
8 Days Great Wildebeest Migration River Crossing Safari Excludes:
• Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival, USA and Canada passport holders USD.100
• Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
• Meals not listed above
• Optional Tours (balloon rides USD. 500 per person etc)
• Tips and any items of personal nature.
Great Migration Safari, Serengeti National Park
THE Great Annual Wildebeest Migration Month by Month Timetable .
The Migration Monthly Timetable is to be used as a Guide. The Migration Pattern varies from one year to the next, as it all depends on the start of the rains.
The Great Migration is an annual migration of millions of wildebeests into Tanzania. A million wildebeest… each one driven by the same ancient rhythm, fulfilling its instinctive role in the inescapable cycle of life: a frenzied three-week bout of territorial conquests and mating; survival of the fittest as 40km (25 miles) long columns plunge through crocodile-infested waters on the annual exodus north; replenishing the species in a brief population explosion that produces more than 8,000 calves daily before the 1,000 km (600 miles) pilgrimage begins again.
The Great Migration showcases nature in its most raw form: as herds of animals move across the plains of Africa, through dangerous rivers and over beautiful landscapes, you will be enraptured by Africa.
It is worth noting that the Great Migration in the Serengeti National Park takes place all year in some form. Due to its massive size it is possible to meet herds of wildebeests in different parts of the park.
JANUARY
The migration is concentrated in the south-eastern Serengeti National Park, spilling over into the Ngorongoro Crater the wildebeest start to give birth
FEBRUARY
The short-grass plains are the main feeding ground for over 1.7 million wildebeest, 800,000 zebra, and many gazelle. Predators follow close by, feeding on the newly born. There is plenty of food for the predators at this time. This is the main month for wildebeest births. The great herds are on the move towards the Ndutu Woodlands. This month is also known as the calving season.
MARCH
The commencement of long and heavy rains is the time when the fresh grass is now depleted from several months of grazing and newborn wildebeest are strong enough to move and keep up with the migration. Now is when the migration heads westwards towards Maswa Game reserve in search of better grazing.
APRIL/MAY
The heaviest rainy month and the herds are in the Maswa area, with the Wildebeest being almost evenly scattered in the region, although it is not a great month to view them as the region is very wet and roads are often impassable.
JUNE
Rains come to an end and the herds start migrating northward, crossing the Grumeti River, where many wildebeest and zebra lose their lives every year but provide a yearly feast for the huge crocodiles who wait at the popular crossing points. This is a popular time for sighting the large cats. July /August All going on schedule, the migration should now be in the northern Serengeti crossing over to Kenya’s Masai Mara.
JULY/AUGUST
Regarded as the best months to see the River Crossing on the Mara River from Masai Mara, offering fantastic photographic opportunities.
SEPTEMBER
The migration should now be in Kenya’s Masai Mara Nature Reserve just across the northern border from the Serengeti National Park. This is the best said to be the best time to visit Masai Mara.
OCTOBER
The time when Maasai Mara Nature Reserve having plentiful supplies of water and good grazing, hence a popular month to view the great herds in the Masai Mara.
NOVEMBER
If the short rains come this month, the migrating herds of Wildebeest, Zebra, and Gazelle will start to head southwards, out of the Masai Mara National Reserve, crossing Kenya’s border into Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park.
DECEMBER
Usually, the migration will now be arriving on Serengeti’s Southern Plains, where there is an abundance of new, fresh young grass to feed on. When the migration heads southward to Southern Serengeti, the migrating zebras begin to give birth.
