The Great Migration

A Month By Month Guide

Due to varying weather conditions and other such factors, The Great Migration can differ in its location at any time of the year. A general prediction for the migratory pattern can be summarised as follows.

January & February: The herds of the wildebeest are found in the Southern Serengeti on the green and nutritious short-grass plains, ready for calving season. This is a time of year known for very high predator activity and warmer weather.

March to May: The herds start moving North to the Moru Kopjes and Seronera. This is also a wetter time of year where you gain capitalise on low season rates.

June & July: The herds collect in the Western Corridor and begin crossing the Grumeti River. This can begin in May also. Expect cold mornings and evenings.

August & September: The herds continue up into the far Northern Serengeti. This is when the famous Mara River crossings start regularly happening.

October: The herds graze in the far North of the Serengeti and across in the Masai Mara. This is a hotter drier time of year with yellow grass on display.

November: The herds start heading South via the Eastern extremities of the Serengeti National Park. There is some rain at this time of year but still a good time to travel.

December: The herds head further South towards Ndutu in search of fresh grass and the cycle restarts. Temperatures also pick up and the Christmas holidays are a very popular time to travel - you will need to book 12 months in advance.