Where Is The Wildebeest Migration In October?

The end of the high season means the crowds have (mostly) gone.

The migration is straddled between Kenya’s Maasai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti. Both parks have their own advantages in October.

Where is the wildebeest migration in October?

At this point, the migration is quite scattered. Some wildebeest begin the long trek to the south back into the Serengeti, but some remain in the Maasai Mara for the whole month. The southern region of the Maasai Mara is still filled with lots of game.

By this time, almost all of the big tourist crowds have left, so it’s actually one of the best months for a safari. Expect many animals, fairly easy sightings — and you don’t have to compete with throngs of other vehicles and people.

The best place to be is in the southern and central regions of the Mara, as most of the wildebeest have left the northern parts. The animals will move slowly in their search for water and green grass. Another good area is the northeast Serengeti and Loliondo Game Reserve, where the animals are returning after their foray into Kenya.

Is October a good time to see the great migration?

October means the end of the dry season, but there is still a lot of activity in the Mara – even some occasional river crossings. As the rainfall slowly begins to soak into the fields, the savannah goes from golden to green.

It’s not until the end of October or beginning of November that the actual rains begin to fall. The days are still very warm with pleasant nights.