9 Places to Experience the Great Migration in Africa

Tap to Read ➤ Vinam Pachkhede Apr 25, 2024

Witness the migration and life-cycle of more than 2 million animals from Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park to Kenya’s Masai Mara National Park in search of proper grazing area and water.

The Great Migration It’s the annual migration of around 2,900 km of more than 2 million animals relocating from Tanzania to Kenya. You can see the life-cycle of these animals, from giving birth to the mating season, and also their struggle for survival.

January to March

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. The migration commences in January, starting of rainy season. The female wildebeest at this time, are almost ready to give birth. Lobo Hill and Nabi Hill

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Ndutu Lake The migration at the Southern Serengeti plains is in full trigger, thanks to the mild rainfall. The location is said to be one of the favorites of filmmakers.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Kusini and Maswa See the one-month calves being fed and roaming around. There are many mobile camps that will guide you to search the herds.

April - May

You’ll see rare black rhinos at the western side of the national park. Along with the migration, admire the Gong Rock and Masai Rock paintings. Moru Kopjes

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Lake Magadi Magadi is a regular water hole for all the animals. Enjoy Balloon safari over the lake shore and spot pink flamingos, golden jackals and many other animals.

June - July

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Grumeti River Watch the animals and crocodiles playing ‘survival of the fittest'. From mid-July, the animals move to Mara River, when the mating season starts.

August - October

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Mara River By crossing the Mara River, the herd finally crosses the border of Kenya. The region is famous for predator watching.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Greater Masai Mara The animals stay at the Greater Masai Mara area till the end of October. Although, some start heading back in the early September.

November - December

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Central Serengeti The animals return to Central Serengeti, here they get unlimited source of water and food till the next migration season comes.