The Famous River Crossing (July-November)

July
Start of the Mara River crossing in the western part of Serengeti.

August
The most intense and aggressive river crossing on the border of Tanzania and Kenya. This is where crocodiles are gathered in the river feasting as the wildebeest and zebras cross the river.

September
The tale end of the heard is still crossing the river. The rest of the heard is settling down in the North outside of Serengeti where the grass is much greener.

October
Heard heads back to Serengeti looking for water and grass. Their moving slower now since there isn’t as much food and water.

November
The heard settles in the North East of Serengeti splitting up into families. The weather cools down and light rain showers come.

The Famous River Crossing Details

What is included?
Park fees
Camping fees
3 meals per day Guide
Chef
Safari jeep w/ fuel Camping gear
1L of water per day

What is not included?
Snacks
Beverages/ Alcohol Sunscreen
Bug spray
Tip

Calving Season (December-March)

December
The heard starts to head towards the Southern part of Serengeti in search of greater grass and more water. The rains are still light and frequent early in the month.

January
The wildebeest herds usually gather on the East side of Serengeti until the rains from the Southern plains trigger movement.

February
Settled in and around Lake Ndutu and Masek where the grass is lush and is the perfect time for calving.

March
Still in the Southern part of Serengeti moving slowly with new born calves to Ndutu and Kusini Maswa region.

Calving Season Details

What is included?
Park fees
Camping fees
3 meals per day Guide
Chef
Safari jeep w/ fuel Camping gear
1L of water per day

What is not included?
Snacks
Beverages/ Alcohol Sunscreen
Bug spray
Tip

Grazing Season (April- June)

April
Start migrating North West towards Moru. This is where the predator population is high and a lot of lion feast on the weaklings of the the heard.

May
The heard is on the move North! The calves are more mature which mean more distance is covered.

June
The heard heads towards Mbalageti River to find greener grass because the rainy season is over.

Grazing Season Details

What is included?
Park fees
Camping fees
3 meals per day Guide
Chef
Safari jeep w/ fuel Camping gear
1L of water per day

What is not included?
Snacks
Beverages/ Alcohol Sunscreen
Bug spray
Tip

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