The Great Migration in Tanzania

The year-round movement of over a million wildebeest, plus zebra and gazelle, in a clockwise circuit across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem, following the rain in search of fresh grazing.

It depends what you want to see. December–March is calving season in the south; July–October is the Mara River crossings in the north. Both are spectacular in different ways — tell us what draws you and we'll time your trip to it.

The moments the herds cross the Grumeti (May–June) or Mara (July–October) rivers, facing strong currents and waiting crocodiles — the most dramatic and most photographed part of the migration.

Roughly December through March, peaking in February, when the herds gather on the southern plains around Ndutu.

Yes — any itinerary that includes the Serengeti can be routed toward wherever the migration is on your travel dates. It's not a separate product, just smart timing on a normal safari.

For the July–October river-crossing season especially, camps fill up months ahead — we recommend booking 6–12 months out if your dates are fixed to that window.

Not inherently — the price depends on your safari style and length, same as any trip. Peak months (Jul–Oct, calving in Feb) can mean higher camp rates and busier parks, which we'll flag when we quote your dates.

Absolutely — many travellers pair a migration-timed safari with a few days in Zanzibar or a Kilimanjaro trek. Just tell us and we'll help plan the route.