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Serengeti Migration
Africa’s Greatest Race for Survival
The Great Migration begins in the southern plains of the Serengeti National Park, where between January and March nearly half a million wildebeest calves are born. Within just minutes of entering the world, these newborns are already on their feet—instinctively joining the herd in one of nature’s most remarkable survival stories.
This period is a true highlight for our expert guides. The plains are alive with energy: vast herds stretching to the horizon, predators never far behind, and the constant rhythm of life unfolding in real time. It’s raw, powerful, and deeply moving—an experience that stays with you long after you’ve left.
From these first fragile steps begins an epic journey driven by instinct, survival, and the endless search for fresh grazing. The Great Migration is not just a movement—it’s Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacle. Discover every stage of this incredible journey on this page.
Planning Your Safari Around
the Great Migration
A spectacular journey—guided by nature, never guaranteed
When planning your safari in the Serengeti National Park, witnessing the Great Migration is often high on the wish list. But timing this natural phenomenon perfectly is not an exact science.
The simple truth? There are no guarantees. Nature sets the pace, and every journey into the Serengeti comes with a sense of anticipation—and a touch of unpredictability.
Each year, nearly two million animals—including vast herds of wildebeest, accompanied by zebra, Thomson’s gazelle, Grant’s gazelle, and eland—move through the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water. It is widely regarded as Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacle, and one of the most extraordinary natural events on Earth.
While the migration generally follows a recognisable annual pattern, its exact timing is dictated by rainfall and can vary from year to year. To help you understand this incredible journey, we’ve outlined the typical flow of the migration below. Explore the tabs to view a detailed map of the Serengeti and discover where the herds are usually found throughout each month of the year.
On the southern plains of the Serengeti National Park, the circle of life begins anew. Each day, thousands of wildebeest calves take their first steps in a landscape rich with promise—and danger.
It’s an extraordinary time to witness nature at its most intimate, where every moment feels raw, real, and deeply moving.