Plan your Tanzania journey
When to see the Great Migration
The migration is a moving ecosystem, not a performance with a start time.
The south
The southern Serengeti and Ndutu ecosystem are often the focus from roughly December to March, including the calving period. Rainfall and grazing determine the herds’ movements.
West and north
Herds typically move through central and western areas as the year progresses, with northern areas often important from July to October. Exact timing changes every year, and a river crossing can never be guaranteed.
How we plan
Allow several nights in a seasonal area and avoid basing the entire trip on one anticipated event. A mix of resident wildlife and a migration-focused stay gives the journey more depth. We confirm the camp region for your dates, rather than offering the same route all year.
Planning guide · Reviewed September 2026. Recommendations are starting points, not guarantees of conditions or services.
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