Great migration safaris
Blockbuster wildlife experiences in the midst of the great migration
Great migration safari
Follow the hoofbeats of the herd to witness one of nature's most enthralling events
The Great Migration truly is among the most sensational wildlife spectacles imaginable, occurring nowhere else on the planet other than Kenya and Tanzania, both of which are amongst the best family safari destinations.
More than two million grazing animals migrate across the plains of the Serengeti and Masai Mara in an annual cycle that began with the eruption of Ngorongoro nearly 3 million years ago.
Great migration safari
Follow the hoofbeats of the herd to witness one of nature's most enthralling events
Great migration safari wildlife
The Great Migration is the world’s biggest congregation of large mammals, and the number of wildebeest and zebra is utterly mind-boggling.
It’s a moving feast for predators who tail the herds, and whether you meet them in the Serengeti or Masai Mara, the sheer density and variety of other wildlife in the vicinity is tough to beat anywhere in Africa.
Best time to view the great migration
The migration follows a predictable route governed by rainfall that brings the greenest grazing; that said, their exact location will vary with the vagaries of the season.
The Great Migration is a year-round event, but the herds spend most of it in the Serengeti in Tanzania, crossing into Kenya’s Masai Mara between July and October. This is the period for the fabled river crossings, when the herds explode back and forth over the Mara River and the migration is at its most dramatically spectacular.
Born to run
Come November, the herds move down through Eastern Serengeti.
Between December and March, they congregate on the Southern Serengeti plains for calving season where shaky new-borns begin life, and predators swiftly curtail it.
The herds hit the trail again in April, making their way through the Western Corridor in May and June, crossing the Grumeti River as they go.
Where to stay to view the great migration?
Over the last twenty years the safari industry has developed to give visitors the best possible chance of viewing this unique spectacle.
Whilst the exact location of the herds can never be guaranteed, many luxury safari operators have created mobile camps that change location throughout the year based on the annual patterns.
Many of our favourite partners operate such camps across the Serengeti and Masai Mara.
A true one-of-a-kind experience
It’s hard to do justice to the Great Migration; it simply has to be seen to be believed, and for those of us lucky to have witnessed its majesty, the memories remain forever.
Trust us, it’s a transformative experience on a luxury family safari, and we can help you do it just right.
Suggested itineraries
Our favourite itineraries for a Great Migration safari
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Tanzania family safari holiday
This classic Northern Tanzania safari circuit takes in some of the most breathtaking wildlife spectacles and landscapes imaginable.
More InfoGuide Price From £3,785 | $5,150 per person (based on 2 adults and 2 children under 12) Duration 8 Nights Best Months July - October Region Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Highlands, Serengeti National Park, ![Walking_2_-_Steve_Mann-scaled.jpg?w=1024&h=602&scale]()
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Bucket list family safari Tanzania
Our bucket list family safari is the ultimate way to experience the incredible delights of a Tanzania luxury safari.
More InfoGuide Price From £6,165 | $8,385 per person (based on 2 adults and 2 children under 12) Duration 14 Nights Best Months July - October Region Arusha, Ngorongoro Highlands, Serengeti National Park, Ruaha National Park, Zanzibar Islands, ![Crossing-3-colour.jpg?w=1024&h=607&scale]()
Places to stay
Recommendation accommodation for a Great Migration safari
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Why travel with Coral Tree?
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