Earth's Greatest Wildlife Spectacle
Great Migration Safari Kenya
1.5 million wildebeest, 500,000 zebras and 200,000 gazelles on the move across the Masai Mara
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All our Kenya safaris depart from Nairobi and return to Nairobi (or end at the Kenya coast). Road and flight options available.
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What Is the Great Migration?
The Great Wildebeest Migration is the largest overland animal migration on Earth — a circular annual journey of some 1.5 million wildebeest, 500,000 zebras and 200,000 Thomson's gazelles through the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. The most dramatic phase occurs in Kenya's Masai Mara between July and October, when the herds cross the crocodile-infested Mara River in thundering columns — one of the most extraordinary wildlife spectacles you will ever witness. T Classic Safaris handles both seamlessly — from your Nairobi hotel safari briefing to your Diani beach check-in. One booking, one team, zero hassle.
- Best river crossings: July to October in Masai Mara
- Calving season in the Serengeti: January–February
- Wildebeest present in the Mara year-round (numbers peak July–Oct)
- Accompanied by lion, cheetah, leopard, and Nile crocodile hunting
When to Go
Great Migration Month-by-Month Guide
The migration is a year-round event — but different months offer different highlights.
Serengeti · Good
January
Calving season begins in southern Serengeti. Mara is green and empty of herds.
Serengeti · Good
February
Peak calving — 8,000 wildebeest born daily. Predators incredibly active in Serengeti.
Serengeti · Fair
March
Herds begin moving north through the Serengeti. Long rains start in Kenya.
Serengeti · Fair
April
Long rains — herds in central Serengeti. Masai Mara is lush but few wildebeest.
Serengeti · Fair
May
Herds crossing from central to north Serengeti. Kenya long rains continue.
Mara Border · Very Good
June
First herds reach Masai Mara. River crossings begin — excellent sightings possible.
Masai Mara · PEAK
July
Masai Mara full of wildebeest. Daily river crossings — the main event begins!
Masai Mara · PEAK
August
Peak crossing season. Millions in the Mara. Book well in advance — our top pick.
Masai Mara · PEAK
September
Still peak crossings. Herds begin moving south. Excellent weather. Ideal month.
Masai Mara · Very Good
October
Herds moving back to Tanzania. Still excellent game viewing in the Mara.
Masai Mara · PEAK
August
Peak crossing season. Millions in the Mara. Book well in advance — our top pick.
Serengeti · Fair
November
Short rains — herds returning south. Still good general wildlife in Mara.
Serengeti · Good
December
Herds in southern Serengeti. Masai Mara excellent for big cats — fewer crowds.
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