The planet’s most incredible wildlife migration, including up to 1.4 million wildebeest and thousands of zebras and gazelle, occurs yearly in East Africa. Suppose you desire to witness the supremacy of nature and desire to have an encounter with the most splendid creatures on Earth. In that case, you cannot avoid being part of a Masai Mara Migration Safari organized by reputed local tour operators. If you look at the number of vacationers going to East Africa, most of them reach there to witness the great migration.

We will discuss the aspects you need to know to witness Masai Mara’s Migration in the best possible manner.

The Ideal Place to Witness the Migration

The migration route is generally thought to follow a set circuit between the Serengeti plains and Masai Mara. It typically happens between May and December each year. However, that is not the entire story. Humans can’t predict the actual route. The route actually depends on various factors like weather, environment, and the participating animals. However, some general guidelines guide you regarding where and when to be present to witness the Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara. Suppose the migration follows a standard pattern due to dry and wet seasons. In that case, you can notice many zebras and gazelles crossing the river at whatever point you are near Mara River, bordering the Serengeti plains and Masai Mara.

The Ideal Time to Witness the Great Migration

The main creatures, as a rule, begin to set out across the Serengeti, looking for additional grass and a trustworthy water supply in April. Throughout the following months, they will experience incalculable obstructions — from predators and crossing the river — on their many miles-long trips. Here is a breakdown of their speculative itinerary so you can design your own.

December to April

Tour operators organizing Masai Mara Migration Safari Tours know that the creatures hold themselves at the southern Serengeti plains during these four months. In February, more than 500,000 calves’ birth happens in two to three weeks. So, if you want to see baby wildebeest, this is the ideal time.

May to June 

As the rainy season comes to an end, the plains of the Serengeti start to dry out. This prompts the commencement of the migration. This usually happens in April or May, and herds begin to move north and west.

July to November

This is the ideal time to be part of the Masai Mara Migration Safaris. Between July and August, the creatures move to Masai Mara and need to cross the Mara River. It is a battle deciding the animals’ life and death as they struggle against predators on land and the water.

October to November

During this period, the migration finds its way south into Tanzania. So, if you are in southern Masai Mara, you will have the opportunity to see plenty.

BuyMore Adventures is the ideal local tour operator to organize a Migration Safari in Masai Mara. Call them at +254 20 2325654 to book your place.