How long does the Great Migration take?
How long does the Great Migration take? A year-long, 1,200-mile journey Though it is sometimes referred to as annual event, the Great Migration is actually a fluid and continuous, year-long journey of animals migrating through Tanzania and Kenya. In total, this circuit spans some 1,200 miles.
Is seeing the Great Migration worth it?
It is stupendous to see hundreds of thousands of animals moving all together. Because so many animals rely on wildebeest and zebra for food, the Migration attracts many other species while moving through the landscape, making for unique sightings of diverse species.
What month is the great migration in Tanzania?
Each year, roughly between May and December, millions of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle begin a roundtrip journey between Tanzania's Serengeti National Park and Kenya's Maasai Mara. With hungry predators following their every move, it sets the scene for an unforgettable safari experience.