The Complete Guide to the Great Wildebeest Migration

The Great Migration is one of the most spectacular wildlife events on Earth. Each year, over 1.5 million wildebeest, along with hundreds of thousands of zebra and gazelle, move in a vast circular route through the Serengeti and Maasai Mara.

When to go

The river crossings — the most dramatic moments — typically happen between July and October in the Maasai Mara. Calving season runs from late January to February in the southern Serengeti.

Where to watch

• Maasai Mara, Kenya (Jul–Oct)
• Serengeti, Tanzania (year-round, location shifts)

Talk to our team to time your safari around the herds.