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Brian Moseka |
01 Jan 1970
This herd of wildebeest was seen crossing at the Sand River from Tanzania into Kenya. The river crossing is in full swing!
This video was taken on 17 July 2025 by Brian Moseka.
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Nearest lodge: Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
Alex Walker’s Serian |
16 Jul 2025
This massive herd was seen making their way across the Mara at Crossing Point #4. There are much more updates to come this season so be sure to follow to keep track of the herds!
This video was taken on 16 July 2025 by Alex Walker’s Serian and Top Guides Safaris.
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Nearest lodge: Serian’s Serengeti Lamai
Alex Walker’s Serian |
10 Jul 2025
These river crossings and dramatic predator interaction were all captured on the same day! The herd was seen at crossing point 8 and have continued en masse since then!
This video was taken on 10 July 2025 by Alex Walker’s Serian.
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Nearest lodge: Serian’s Serengeti Lamai
Lenny Koshal |
11 Jul 2025
This herd of wildebeest and zebra was spotted crossing the Sand River moving from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara. The Sand River is near the northern border and is often the first crossing point for the herds moving into the Masai Mara.
This video was taken on 11 July 2025.
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Nearest lodge: Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
Mawe Lodges |
04 Jul 2025
This wildebeest herd was spotted by a game drive heading east across a road near Fort Ikoma in Tanzania.
This video was taken on 4 July 2025 by Mawe Lodges and @kilidovetours.
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Nearest lodge: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Mawe Lodges |
03 Jul 2025
This herd was spotted heading towards the river near Klein’s Gate in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. They are making their way north for another fantastic river crossing!
This video was taken by Mawe Lodges on 3 July 2025.
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Nearest lodge: andBeyond Klein’s Camp
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.
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.