Great Migration Safaris
Great Migration Safaris
Great Migration in serengeti is one of the most awe-inspiring wildlife events on Earth. Every year, over 1.5 million wildebeest, along with hundreds of thousands of zebras and gazelles, embark on a relentless, circular journey across the Serengeti ecosystem in Tanzania and into the Maasai Mara in Kenya.
Driven by instinct and the rhythm of the seasons, this epic movement is not just a safari—it’s a living testament to nature’s endurance. At Moak Tanzania Safaris, we design Great Migration Safaris that place you directly in the heart of this unforgettable event.
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📍 Key Highlights of the Migration
Calving Season (January – March)
The journey begins in the southern Serengeti, where herds gather on the rich volcanic plains. Here, thousands of wildebeest calves are born daily. With new life comes danger- lions, cheetahs, and hyenas lurk nearby, waiting for an opportunity.
Experience the delicate balance of life and death as the wild reveals its most intimate moment.
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The Great Trek (April – June)
As the rains retreat, the herds move northwest toward the Grumeti River. This stage is a slow but steady march—dust-filled, tense, and unpredictable. Predators follow close behind, while the terrain grows harsher by the day.
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Grumeti River Crossing (June – July)
The Grumeti River becomes a battlefield. Crocodiles line the banks as the herds gather the courage to cross. Many don’t survive. Yet the movement continues—pushed by hunger, survival, and a collective will to endure.
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Mara River Crossing (August – October)
This is the climax. At the Mara River—in northern Serengeti and Maasai Mara—chaos unfolds. Steep cliffs, swirling currents, and crocodile-infested waters create one of nature’s greatest spectacles.
To witness this moment is to stand face to face with the raw, untamed beauty of Africa.
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The Return South (November – December)
After months of grazing in the north, the herds begin their return to southern Serengeti. The circle completes, and a new generation prepares to be born. It’s a rhythm as old as the land itself.
Not sure when to go? Contact us for personalized guidance based on your travel dates.
Tips for an Unforgettable Safari
- Choose the Right Location: The migration follows a predictable route. Timing and camp placement are everything.
- Go with Expert Guides: Our Great Migration Safaris include seasoned trackers who bring the story to life.
- Pack Smart: Think neutral-colored clothing, good walking shoes, and a high-quality camera. The wild won’t wait for retakes.
Why Choose Moak Tanzania Safaris?
At Moak Tanzania Safaris, we don’t chase the migration. We live within it.
- We track the herds daily to position you where the action is.
- We design private, tailor-made Great Migration Safaris for photographers, families, and soul-seekers.
- We care deeply about ethical travel, conservation, and storytelling that connects.
Learn more about our story on the About Us page.
Make It Personal. Make It Powerful.
Whether it’s a lioness in the golden dusk, a calf’s first steps, or the roar of hooves at the riverbank, this is a safari that leaves a mark on your memory and your soul.
Book your Great Migration Safari today and witness nature’s greatest theatre unfold before your eyes.