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December to March
Herds graze the short-grass plains of the southern Serengeti and Ndutu. Calving peaks around February, drawing big cats.
Travel guide · Wildlife
Great Migration month by month
A year-long loop of around two million animals.
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Park fees in the price
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50% deposit secures it
Balance paid closer to travel
The migration never stops; it follows rain and fresh grass in a clockwise loop. Timings shift each year, so camps are chosen for flexibility.
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April and May
Long rains push the herds north-west through the central Serengeti. Quiet, green and good value.
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June and July
The Western Corridor and Grumeti River host the first crossings, then herds reach the northern Serengeti.
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August to October
Mara River crossings in the northern Serengeti and Maasai Mara. The most dramatic — and busiest — period.
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November
Short rains draw the herds back south through the eastern Serengeti.
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Where to stay each season
Match your camp to the herds: southern Serengeti and Ndutu in January–March, central Serengeti in April–June, the Western Corridor around June, the northern Serengeti and Mara from July to October, and moving south again through November–December.
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River crossings explained
Crossings on the Mara and Grumeti rivers are unpredictable. Herds may gather for hours and turn back. Staying close to the river for three or more nights gives the best odds.
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Mobile camps
Seasonal tented camps relocate to follow the herds, keeping you near the action rather than driving hours each morning.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month for the migration?
August and September for river crossings; February for calving and predator action.
Is the migration guaranteed?
No. Rainfall shifts the herds each year, which is why flexible camps and experienced guides matter.
Kenya or Tanzania for the migration?
Tanzania holds the herds for most of the year; the Mara is best from roughly July to October.
Why settle for a brochure safari
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How planning great migration month by month works
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Change anything until it feels right. A 50% deposit holds your camps; nothing is booked until you say so.
Questions about great migration month by month
Is the itinerary really free?
Yes. You receive a costed, day-by-day itinerary with no payment and no obligation. You only pay once you decide to secure the trip.
What does the quoted price include?
Accommodation, meals as listed, your private guide and vehicle, park and conservancy fees and the transfers or flights shown. Every inclusion and exclusion is listed line by line on your proforma.
How do I secure my safari?
A 50% deposit holds your camps and flights. The balance is due closer to departure, and we send reminders well ahead of the due date.
Can I change the itinerary?
Anything can change before you book: camps, number of nights, the order of parks, adding a beach finish or switching between luxury and ultra-luxury.
Is it a group tour?
No. Every journey is private — your own guide and vehicle, leaving when you are ready and stopping when you want.
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