Tanzania is a land of superlatives โ home to Africa's highest mountain (Kilimanjaro), the world's most famous migrationโฆ
The Greatest Wildlife Show on Earth
Great Migration Safaris
Two million wildebeest, zebra and gazelle move in a single unbroken loop between the Serengeti and the Maasai Mara, chasing the rain. It's not one event โ it's a year-round migration with distinct chapters: calving in the south, river crossings in the north, and everything between. We track where the herds actually are and build your safari around that, not a generic calendar.
Why Choose Our Great Migration Safaris
- Itineraries built around the herds' current position, not a fixed date on a brochure
- Access to prime river-crossing viewpoints at the Mara and Grumeti rivers
- Choice of Serengeti (Tanzania), Maasai Mara (Kenya), or a crossing timed between both
- Hot-air balloon safaris available over the migration route at sunrise
- Guides who track herd movement daily, not seasonally
- Camps positioned close to the current migration front, not a fixed base
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I book to see a river crossing?
The dramatic Mara River crossings typically run July through October, though exact timing shifts year to year with rainfall โ we track this closely rather than locking your dates in blind.
Kenya or Tanzania for the Migration?
Broadly: Tanzania's Serengeti January-June, Kenya's Maasai Mara August-October, with transition months in between โ we'll place you on the right side of the border for your travel dates.
Is a sighting guaranteed?
No wildlife sighting is ever 100% guaranteed, but positioning matters enormously โ our guides communicate daily across camps to track the herds, the single biggest factor in a good crossing.
Can I add a balloon safari?
Yes โ sunrise balloon flights over the migration route are a popular add-on and easy to build into a Serengeti or Mara itinerary.
Ready to Witness the Great Migration?
Tell us your travel window and we'll tell you exactly where the herds will be.
Time My Migration Safari