The greatest wildlife show on earth.
Every year, 1.5 million wildebeest, 200,000 zebra, and 350,000 gazelle make a circular journey through the Serengeti and Masai Mara. The Mara River crossings — July to October — are nature's most dramatic spectacle.
When the Mara calls.
The Mara River crossing
The river crossings are the most iconic moment of the Great Migration. Thousands of wildebeest gather on the bank, hesitate, then plunge into the crocodile-filled waters in a frenzied, unstoppable surge. Each crossing is unique — some last minutes, others hours.
Crossings cannot be predicted precisely. Our guides monitor the herds daily and position you at the best crossing points. The longer you stay in the Mara, the better your chances of witnessing multiple crossings.
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The Great Migration
River crossings · July–Oct
Five days based in the Masai Mara ecosystem, positioned for maximum crossing chances. Expert naturalist guide included.
Migration & Balloon Safari
River crossings + sunrise balloon flight
Add a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the migration herds — watching a million animals move beneath you is an experience that stays forever.
Full Migration Circuit
Serengeti + Masai Mara · follow the herds
Follow the migration across both Kenya and Tanzania — the complete circuit from Serengeti calving grounds to Mara river crossings and back.
Migration safari — questions answered.
Don't miss the crossing.
The Great Migration waits for no one. Let us help you be in the right place at the right time.