Travel Guide
The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the most spectacular natural events on Earth. Every year, over 1.5 million wildebeest, accompanied by hundreds of thousands of zebras and gazelles, embark on a circular journey through the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water.
December to March: The herds gather in the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu area, where the nutrient-rich grasses provide ideal conditions for calving. Over 500,000 calves are born during this period.
April to May: As the rains end in the south, the herds begin moving northwest through the Serengeti, forming massive columns that can stretch for miles.
June to July: The migration reaches the Western Corridor and the Grumeti River, where crocodiles await in dramatic river crossings.
August to October: The herds cross into Kenya's Masai Mara, facing the treacherous Mara River crossings - the most dramatic and dangerous part of the migration.
November: With the short rains beginning in Tanzania, the herds start their journey back south to the Serengeti.
The migration attracts predators from across the ecosystem. Lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas follow the herds, creating incredible predator-prey interactions that visitors can witness.
The best time to witness the migration depends on what you want to see:
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