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Mawe Lodges |
22 Mar 2025
A herd of wildebeest was spotted near Retima Bridge in Tanzania’s Central Serengeti National Park. Here we can even see some calves, zebra and other herbivores joining them for their epic journey!
This incredible video was taken by Mawe Lodges on 22 March 2025.
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Nearest lodge: Acacia Migration Camp (Dec to March)
Mawe Lodges |
01 Jan 1970
A herd of wildebeest was spotted heading east near Ngare Nanyuki, Tanzania, as the Great Migration continues. The journey is relentless, driven by the search for fresh grazing and water.
This incredible video was taken by Mawe Lodges on 21 March 2025.
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Nearest lodge: Arusha Villa
Mawe Lodges |
20 Mar 2025
This herd was spotted heading south between the southern border of Ndutu in the southern Serengeti. The Great Migration is in full swing and it’s amazing to witness!
This video was taken by Mawe Lodges on 20 March 2025.
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Nearest lodge: Ndutu Wilderness Camp
Nearest lodge: Lemala Ndutu Mobile Tented Camp
Mawe Lodges |
01 Jan 1970
This wildebeest herd was spotted grazing alongside some stunning zebra in Makoma-Seronera in the central Serengeti. If you look closely, you can even spot a few calves alongside their mothers!
This incredible video was taken by Mawe Lodges on 15 March 2025.
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Nearest lodge: Ole Serai Luxury Camp Seronera
Nearest lodge: Dunia
Andrew Safari Guide |
11 Mar 2025
This herd of wildebeest and zebra were spotted crossing the Orangi River in the Serengeti National Park, navigating the wild in their epic quest for greener pastures. They are on their way north a bit earlier this year, adding to the unpredictable nature of their journey.
This incredible video was taken by Andrew Safari Guide on 11 March 2025.
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Nearest lodge: Olakira Migration Camp (Dec – Mar)
Mawe Lodges |
24 Feb 2025
This wildebeest herd (with some stunning zebras in the mix) was spotted grazing peacefully in Seronera, Tanzania. Look closely, and you’ll see them blending into the striking stripes of their zebra companions!
During the Great Migration, zebras and wildebeests often travel together, creating one of nature’s most incredible spectacles. Stay tuned for the next updates on their incredible journey.
This stunning video was taken by Mawe Lodges on the 24th of February 2025.
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Nearest lodge: Serengeti Kati Kati
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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