Serengeti National Park is one of the world’s most outstanding wildlife destinations, renowned for its vast grassy plains, rich biodiversity, and unmatched safari experiences. Often considered among the best national parks globally, it is a top bucket-list destination for travelers seeking authentic African wildlife adventures.
The Annual Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti National Park
The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the most spectacular wildlife events on Earth. Each year, over two million wildebeest, accompanied by zebras, gazelles, and impalas, move across the vast plains of the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing and water. This incredible journey takes them from Serengeti National Park in Tanzania to the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, forming a continuous cycle driven by seasonal rains.
Wildebeest Migration Routes Across Serengeti Ecosystem
- Southern Serengeti/Ndutu area (The Calving season)
- Serengeti Central/Seronera area
- The Western Corridor and Grumeti
- Northern Serengeti /Mara River Crossing
What is so special about a Serengeti National Park safari?
The Serengeti is best known for being host to part of the Great Migration. Every year, millions of wildebeest traverse the plains, with zebra, gazelle and others following them on their journey. Predators take advantage of this spectacular gathering to plan attacks, from lions stalking them to crocodiles attacking during their river crossings. This means that there's much drama during this time!
The best time to visit Serengeti National Park is from June to October for excellent wildlife viewing and from July to October for the dramatic Great Migration river crossings.
