Tanzania Great Migration

The Tanzania Great Migration is a magnificent display of nature that occurs annually. It is the movement of vast numbers of grazers, notably the Wildebeest Migration, which leads other grazers such as zebras, elands, and Thomson’s gazelles in search of green grazing pastures and freshwater. Our Tanzania migration safari cost are reasonable and our migration safari packages are designed to track down the route of the migration safari throughout the year, enabling us to take you directly to the heart of this natural spectacle and one of the seven natural wonders of Africa

The migration safari is driven by several factors including the availability of green grazing pastures, water, and the calving season. Short rain seasons in North Tanzania usually start early or late in November. During this period, there is a widespread concentration of wildebeest, zebras, and Thomson’s gazelles in the south and east Serengeti, particularly in the Seronera area, and Ndutu Plains. This is the best time for Migration in Ndutu.

From January to March, the Ndutu Plains will have a high concentration of grazers that are ready to give birth on the plains. Around 7,000 to 8,000 Wildebeest new-borns are born daily, making up a total of approximately 400,000 new-borns during this period of Tanzania great migration, also known as the Calving Season. However, the new-borns are often targeted by predators such as hyenas, lions, and vultures. Our migration safari packages will enable you to observe the amazing sights and sounds of this emotional period, where you will hear the constant cries of help from the new-borns and their mothers.

In April, the Wildebeest Migration moves north to the Serengeti in search of green pasture and water. From there, the Tanzania Migration safari is all packed in the North of the Serengeti with abundant grazing areas. The black rhino territory of Moru kopjes and west Seronera are also busy with Wildebeest migration. In June, the Serengeti migration moves to the Western corridor, where the Wildebeest and other grazers build up in numbers before crossing Grumeti River, this is the best time for migration in western Serengeti where large crocodiles will be waiting for their annual feast on this season of Tanzania great migration

From July to August, the Serengeti Migration heads further north towards the great obstacle of Mara River Crossing. September is when the Serengeti Migration is in the north, and it is one of the most spectacular game viewing phenomena where Wildebeest migration faces a challenge of the Mara River Crossing. Around 250,000 wildebeest and 30,000 zebras die during Tanzania great migration due to predation, thirst, and exhaustion. There is a short window for the wildebeest and other grazers to spend in the Masai Mara in Kenya area.

The last quarter of the year of the Serengeti Migration calendar starts in October. After short rains in November, the Wildebeest, Zebras, Thomson’s gazelles, and others return from Masai Mara to Tanzania past the eastern limits of Serengeti Namili Plains. By December, migration safari reach Ndutu Plains with predators such as lions, hyenas, and cheetahs following closely behind. This completes the entire circle of the Tanzania Migration Safari.

A Tanzania migration safari is a bucket-list experience, bringing you face-to-face with the Great Migration in Serengeti. Tanzania migration safari Price vary based on the season, duration, and type of accommodation. Typically, a Tanzania migration safari cost ranges from $400 to $1200 per person, per day. This includes transportation, park fees, game drives, and meals. Luxury options, such as private camps and fly-in safaris, may alter a Tanzania migration safari cost but offer exclusive experiences. The best times to witness migration are between June and October for Mara river crossing and January to March for calving season. Early bookings can help secure prime spots and potential discounts on Tanzania migration safari price.