
Month-by-month map
Great Migration tracker
See where the herds usually are in each month of the year. Pick a month and the map shows that part of the Serengeti.
Pick a month
Where the herds usually are
These are the usual monthly positions, not live GPS. The rains shift the timing every year, so the herds can turn up a few weeks early or late.
Peak marks the months with the most action.
October
Where the herds usually are
Northern Serengeti
Last Crossings
The last river crossings of the year. Herds begin moving south as the short rains approach. Beautiful golden light and clear skies.
- Weather
- 17-26°C · Dry / short rains starting
- Good for
- Late-season crossings, Quieter camps
- Wildlife
- Last crossings, Concentrated game, Birdlife returning
- Activities
- Game drives, Photography
- Camps nearby
- Lamai Serengeti, Mara River Camp
- On the map
- 1.70° S, 35.00° E
Keep planning
Plan around the herds
Plan your migration safari
Pick your month. We'll plan the rest.
Tell us when you can travel and what you most want to see. We'll suggest where to stay and send a quote.
- Camps close to where the herds usually are that month
- Honest answers on crossing odds and crowds
- Add Ngorongoro Crater or Zanzibar if you like
Start planning your trip
Tell us a little about it and we'll come back with ideas and a quote.