The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the seven natural wonders of Africa, an annual event that can only be described as a real-life National Geographic documentary. It has been written about, filmed and talked about for decades and is legendary across the world.
The migration is a natural phenomenon, taking place every year over many months across the vast plains of the Serengeti in Tanzania and the Masai Mara in Kenya. The spectacular journey begins when herds of wildebeest, zebra and Thomson’s gazelle migrate from their summer grazing grounds to their winter calving grounds, where they form into huge herds known as ‘migrations’—the largest animal migration on earth.
Each year more than 1.5 million wildebeest, zebra and Thomson’s gazelle migrate in search of fresh grazing grounds and water. The spectacular Journey takes place over many months across the vast plains of the Serengeti in Tanzania and the Masai Mara in Kenya.
When you see these incredible animals on your travels around Africa it will be hard not to feel inspired by how much these creatures have given up for us!
The migration is an annual event that occurs over many months. It’s a natural wonder, as it takes place in the Serengeti and Masai Mara wildlife reserves. The wildebeest migrate northward along with thousands of Grant’s gazelles and Thomson’s gazelles. The migration ends when they reach their summer grazing range in southern Kenya where they breed during April and May.
The migration is a lifetime experience for anyone who wants to see this amazing sight!
In June, more than 500,000 calves are born within a few weeks giving rise to scenes of great excitement as predators take advantage of the abundance of food. In July, the herds begin their trek eastward towards Ngorongoro Crater where they will remain until October when they begin their journey towards southern Masai Mara.
The Wildebeest Migration is an annual event in East Africa that takes place during summertime when grasses on the plains recede and shrubs become available for grazing by wildebeests and zebra alike.
Conclusion
The Wildebeest Migration is an event that fascinates people all over the world. This migration has been described as ‘one of the seven natural wonders of Africa’ and something that can only be experienced firsthand by those who visit this land of great beauty. It has been written about, filmed and talked about for decades and is legendary across the world.