This usually happens in October, but sometimes earlier. In this period the herd will cross the northern plains and Lobo area. This section of Serengeti National Park is little-visited, so if you are looking to see the migration in relative quietness, this would be the time.

Yes, you can absolutely see the Great Migration in October, as it is one of the most strategic months for a safari. In October 2026, the massive herds of wildebeest and zebra are typically concentrated in the Masai Mara (Kenya) and the Northern Serengeti (Tanzania). This is the tail end of the dry season, which means the animals are clustered around permanent water sources, making them very easy to spot. October is famous for the late-season Mara River crossings, where herds plunge through crocodile-infested waters as they prepare to move back south toward the Serengeti for the November short rains. The advantage of visiting in October rather than August is that the peak summer crowds have thinned out, offering a more exclusive "private" feel to the game drives, and prices at luxury lodges often begin to drop slightly from their "peak" highs. It is an ideal time for photographers who want the drama of the migration without the congestion of dozens of other safari vehicles.