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July In July, the first herds enter the Masai Mara, following new grass across the southern plains. Early river crossings may begin at the Mara and Talek Rivers, marking the start of peak migration season. August
January January brings warm, clear days in the Masai Mara, with resident wildlife thriving across the green plains. Lions, elephants, and abundant plains game provide excellent sightings even though the migratory herds remain far to the south. February February offers lush scenery and abundant resident game. Newborn gazelles and impala attract predators, making for rewarding sightings. While the migration has not yet reached Kenya, the Mara remains vibrant and uncrowded. March March marks the end of the green season. Wildlife gathers along river systems as the grass begins to dry, and predator activity stays strong. The migration has not approached Kenya yet, but sightings remain consistent. April The long rains begin in April, renewing the landscape and scattering wildlife more widely. The Mara is peaceful and beautifully green while the migration continues moving north outside Kenya. May May brings dramatic skies and lush grass across the Mara. Resident wildlife is plentiful, and birding is excellent. The migration remains south, but the Mara offers rewarding, quieter safaris. June By June, the rains ease and wildlife concentrates along open plains and riverbanks. The first scouts of the migration begin edging closer to Kenya’s borders as fresh grazing draws them north.
August is the prime month for dramatic Mara River crossings as vast herds gather at the riverbanks. The reserve is alive with predators and migrating wildebeest spreading across the plains. Early booking
is essential. September
By September, most of the migration has settled in the Masai Mara, feeding on lush grass. Predator sightings are excellent, and this is one of the best months to stay in the reserve or surrounding conservancies. October October brings the final weeks of the migration in Kenya. As grazing thins, the herds begin drifting south. Predator action remains strong, and the Mara delivers superb game viewing throughout the month. November By November, the herds have left Kenya and move south with urgency. The Mara becomes green once again with the short rains, offering quieter safaris and excellent resident wildlife viewing. December In December, the Mara is lush and full of life. Resident animals thrive on the new grass, and predator sightings remain strong. Though the migration is far south, the Mara stays rewarding and beautiful.
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