The Great Migration Season
The Great Migration Season
The dramatic contrast between life and death to be witnessed during the Great Migration makes the Migration Season a particularly spectacular time to visit Kenya and Tanzania Combined Safari. Nothing in the world can describe this experience, in one word, as you will totally be left speechless, with what your eyes, will be seeing, as you’re immersed in really wildlife natural surroundings, during the great migration season. Comprising more than 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes, the Great Migration season constitutes the last surviving multi-species migration on the planet. From the end of July onwards, millions of freshly arrived brown and black dots scatter the great plains of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, making this Natural Wonder of the World even more wondrous until they wander back in December. The life cycle of the wildebeest is a snapshot of the circle of life of all living creatures. The wildebeest spend their lives wandering, unwearyingly trekking between the Serengeti in the South to the Maasai Mara in the North. Every sequence in a wildebeest’s life happens in accordance with Mother Earth. Their migratory routes are determined by the rain patterns; they wander in constant pursuit of water and fresh grass. Similarly, their calving instincts are timed to the movements of the moon, resulting in a three-week-long birth fest on the Serengeti plains in February. The comings and goings of the wildebeest also shape the lives of many other species. For the predators of the Maasai Mara, the arrival of the wildebeest marks the beginning of a time of feasting and prosperity. The Big Cats, in particular, thrive during the migration season. The abundance of available prey means that the lions, cheetah, and leopards are able to grow strong and produce healthy offspring. The dramatic contrast between life and death to be witnessed during the Great Migration makes the great Migration Season a particularly spectacular time to visit the Maasai Mara and Serengeti National Park.
Safaris that follow the Great Migration
Every itinerary is private and tailor-made. These are starting points we can shape around you.
16 Days Wildebeest Migration and Gorilla
9 Days Tanzania Great Wildebeest Migration Safaris
17 Days Migrations, Gorilla Trekking & Beach Adventure
11 Days Tanzania Honeymoon Safari and Zanzibar beach
12 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trek with Tanzania Bush Safaris
12 Days Tanzania Safari and Cultural Tour
4 Days Maasai Mara Big 5 Safaris
Where to stay on the migration route
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