When Is the Best Time
Migration time is from mid-July to mid-October. However, due to varying rainfall patterns, the exact timing varies each year. The highest chances to watch the dramatic river crossings in Masai Mara is in August and September. In 2018 the wildebeest migration had started in August.
All this happens during the dry season (June to October) with great weather. There is little to no precipitation.
July to October is also the busiest time at Masai Mara with higher prices and loads of tourists in jeeps during the peak months in Aug/Sept. This is a downside but it's worth it. You may book a private concession to stay away from the crowds in the main reserve.
Best Months to Visit
Location and Tips
At the Masai Mara river, you have the chance to experience the wildebeest migration with the crossing of the Masai Mara river, one of the most spectacular experiences on earth. The wildebeests in the millions are migrating throughout the year always searching for fresh, green grass and water. The time depends on the amount of rainfall and is only roughly predictable. They spend around two months in the Masai Mara.
Great migration month-by-month overview: How The Wildebeest Migration Works
These awesome pictures are provided by my photographer friend Chris
