The Migration traditionally follows the rains to take advantage of the new grasses on the plains of the Serengeti and Masai Mara. Theoretically, if traditional weather patterns occur annually, the following provides a basic idea of how the Migration moves throughout the year:
Late December/Late April – Ndutu region, Tanzania
Traditionally, this is when the calves are born. The Migration remains passive until April when the calves are strong enough to start moving north.
Early May/June – Serengeti, Tanzania
The Migration begins moving north-west following the long rains across the Serengeti plains towards the central Serengeti and then western corridor and the Grumeti River.
June/July – Western corridor, Tanzania
The animals gather in the western corridor, and the Rut take place as most the animal concentrate
In the woodland
August/September – Masai Mara, Kenya
The Migration crosses the Grumeti River and Mara River and moves north-east into the northern steppes of the Masai Mara.
October/November/Early December – Masai Mara, Kenya/Northern Tanzania/ Serengeti
As the short rains begin in northern Tanzania, the Migration begins to move south back into the Klein’s/Lobo region of the Serengeti. From here, they follow the rains through to Seronera and end up at Ndutu for the calving season. As the Migration follows the rains, there is no hard and fast rule as to where the animals will be, and when.
Often the animals split into two groups as they move, resulting in one group moving on the western side and another group moving on the eastern side of the Serengeti, finally meeting up at Ndutu or in the Mara. Viewing of the Migration can therefore not be guaranteed.
Please note: the timing of the migration is NOT predictable and depends on the rainy season in that specific year. Please consult with your travel consultant for the latest reports and up to date information when planning your safari.
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