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Majestic Nature Safari Ltd |
03 Feb 2025
This beautiful moment was captured along the shallow edge of Lake Ndutu in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania, where a herd of wildebeest is seen crossing the lake.
They are accompanied by a few pink flamingoes, who were no doubt surprised to see them there. The Great Wildebeest is one of the most magical spectacles on earth, which sees huge herds of wildebeest as they continuously journey across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem in search of fresh grazing land and water.
This fantastic footage was captured by @majestic_nature_safari on the 3rd of February 2025.
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Nearest lodge: Olakira Migration Camp (Dec – Mar)
Manja Kema |
14 Jan 2025
This incredible moment was captured at the border of the southern Serengeti and the Maswa Game Reserve, where a wildebeest mother gave birth to her calf. The vast plains are alive with new life as the calving season gets underway, a critical time for the Great Migration. Interested in our Great Wildebeest Migration newsletter? Sign up now!
This amazing video was taken by Manja Kema on the 14th of January 2025.
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Nearest lodge: Serian’s Serengeti Mobile Kusini
Mawe Lodges |
10 Dec 2024
This herd was sighted near Lake Ndutu in Southern Serengeti. After their late movements in October and November, most of the wildebeest herds have finally reached the Ndutu region on their migration journey. They will be in this area for a few months as they approach calving season. Interested in our Great Wildebeest Migration newsletter? Sign up now!
This amazing video was taken by Mawe Lodges on the 10th of December 2024.
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Nearest lodge: Ndutu Safari Lodge
Mawe Lodges |
10 Dec 2024
This herd was sighted in the Ndutu area of the Serengeti National Park. As mentioned, the herds are mostly in the Ndutu area and calving season in the first few months of 2025 is fast approaching. They had a long few months crossing the rivers to get to this point. Interested in our Great Wildebeest Migration newsletter? Sign up now!
This amazing video was taken by Mawe Lodges on the 10th of December 2024.
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Nearest lodge: Ndutu Safari Lodge
Wild and Nature Safaris |
12 Oct 2024
This herd was sighted near Kogatende. As these wildebeest bravely crossed the river, they had to keep one eye open to the crocodiles swimming around them. This shows how the wildebeest always have to be awake and ready during river crossings. Interested in our Great Wildebeest Migration Newsletter? Sign up now!
This spectacular video was taken by Wild and Nature Safaris on the 12th of October 2024.
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Nearest lodge: Ole Serai Luxury Camp Kogatende
Mawe Lodges |
05 Oct 2024
This herd was sighted at crossing point number 3 on the Mara River. The wildebeest had a relatively easy crossing as the water was shallow. This seems like another herd that is joining the move as they start to move back south on their migration journey. Interested in our Great Wildebeest Migration Newsletter? Sign up now!
This amazing video was taken by Mawe Lodges on the 5th of October 2024.
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Nearest lodge: Ole Serai Luxury Camp Kogatende
SELECT A MONTH in the timeline below to see our monthly predictions for the annual Great Migration. These predictions will ensure that you're in the right place at the right time to witness this natural work wonder.
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6 Nov 2024
The Great Migration is probably Africa’s most spectacular wildlife spectacle. Each year,...
13 May 2024
Rainfall Variability: The migration follows a roughly circular route, timed with the seasonal rains.
During the wet seasons, particularly the' long rains' from March to May, the animals disperse widely across the plains, as water and grazing are plentiful everywhere, making sightings less frequent and predictable.
Large Area of Movement: The migration covers vast areas, spanning some 30,000 square kilometers between Tanzania's Serengeti and Kenya's Maasai Mara. The sheer size of this area means that the wildlife can be spread out and harder to locate at certain times of the year.
Predator Activity: Predator presence, especially of lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, can influence the routes taken by the herds. Intense predator activity in particular areas might lead the herds to alter their paths, affecting where and when they are seen.
The migration is dynamic, and while some months offer high-density viewing opportunities, others present a challenge in locating the dispersed herds.
HerdTracker's new predictor map uses 10 years of migration data to help travelers accurately plan their great migration safari. It provides a 12-month view of where the herd could potentially be spotted.
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