The Great Migration of Wildebeest from Tanzania to Kenya

Africa is a land of beauty and culture. There is much to see and experience in Africa all year round as every season has some special events. Serene atmosphere, spectacular wildlife, cool climate, landscapes, mountains, valleys, beaches and many more attract tourists year after year to this place. Apart from witnessing the scenic beauty of Africa, another amazing event is the migration of wildebeests and other animals. The Great Migration is an annual event in Africa. The specialty of this event is that you can see millions of animals such as wildebeest, zebras, and other animals migrating as huge herds from Tanzania’s Serengeti plains to Kenya’s Masai Mara national reserve. These animals along with their young ones migrate in search of fresh grazing. Predators like lions, leopards, crocodiles and hyenas also can be seen during the migrating event. Predators wait for their chance to attack and prey these migrating animals. Young ones of the animals can be seen struggling to cross the Grumeti River and the Mara River in order to escape from crocodiles.

The best feature of any African Safari would be to witness the migration of these animals. June to August is the best to see the migration when the animals congregate and cross the Grumeti River of Tanzania. From August to November, the animals can be sighted crossing the Mara River in Kenya. From November to January, these animals can be sighted returning from Mara in Kenya to the Serengeti plains in Tanzania. The multitude of animals can be also witnessed during their return to Serengeti.

Kenya safari is one of the most apt African safaris if you prefer to witness the migration. Tanzania is also a place which gives you great opportunities to watch these animals crossing the Grumeti River during Africa safaris. A proper planning of African safaris with an experienced tour operator will aid you in having the most memorable vacation of your lifetime.