The annual Wildbeest Migration in the Masai Mara and Serengeti game reserves is the most spectacular wildlife show in the world.

Every year, between August and November, about 2 million wildebeest and zebras move in search of greener pasture and water as seasons change.

Although the migration timing varies, the best time to get a glimpse of the dramatic event is between June and August when the wildebeest gather in preparation to cross the renowned Grumeti River. Numerous predators such as lions, hyenas, cheetah, leopard and a host of carnivores can be spotted hovering around the area waiting for a chance to strike the weak prey.

The wildebeest make their arrival in Masai Mara between August and September, although at times they arrive as early as July.  The animals remain in the Masai Mara between October and November before gradually returning to Serengeti.  This usually happens between December and January.

The Masai Mara National Reserve, located in the southwest Kenya on the border of Tanzania, is the most popular game park in Kenya. Although it is relatively smaller in size compared to other Kenyan national parks, Masai Mara is home to an amazing concentration of wildlife. It is therefore one of the most popular Kenya safari destinations.

Masai Mara borders the Serengeti plains along its southern end and it is nourished by the Mara River. River Mara hosts plenty of hippos and crocodiles that make the annual Wildbeest Migration a really dangerous task.