Witness the great migration in the Serengeti

At the start of the rainy season, around March/April in the Ngorongoro region, the herbivores of the great plains of the Serengeti begin to migrate northwards in search of new grazing plains and new watering holes. This unique moment, when wildebeest and zebra congregate, closely followed by their predators, is in itself worth a diversion in Tanzania. As the months and seasons go by, the great herbivores of the savannah explore the plains of a vast territory to ensure the survival of their species. Your choice of accommodation will depend on the migratory seasons and the location of the herds.

In fact, this is one of the largest migratory periods in the world. Millions of wildebeest, followed by thousands of zebra, rush north in search of food and water. Gazelles often join the herds, as they are only able to graze on low grass, so the wildebeest make their work much easier. The result is an endless line of herbivores (up to 40 kilometres long) in search of food and plains where they can give birth safely.

From January to March, the animals are on the Ngorongoro plains, where tens of thousands of babies are born. The plains are larger and drier. The animals can raise their babies there in complete safety. The vast expanses of Ngorongoro were formed 2 million years ago when the volcano erupted, covering the area in ash. The ash made the earth rich in minerals, but the substrate was too thick for trees to grow. As a result, the grass is low, making it impossible for predators to hide. Wildebeest and zebra feel more at home here and can anticipate predator attacks.

But little by little, food and water became scarcer. And now that the calves are big and strong enough, they can follow the herd and head north. It's time to head for Kenya, heading up the "western corridor" in the Grumeti region. In the Grumeti River, many crocodiles await the arrival of the herbivores. An impressive sight.

The migratory period from June to September is undoubtedly the most impressive. It is during these two months that the bulk of the herds gather at Masai Mara to cross the river. Very deep and steep, the Mara River is a constant danger for the animals that venture into it. It's a continuous spectacle, as the wildebeest oscillate between the east and west of the river depending on the rainfall. Then comes the moment to take the plunge, to cross this dangerous stretch of water full of crocodiles. They leap sturdily and impressively from the bank, but often end up tumbling down a vertiginous slope several dozen metres long. All before plunging into the river full of crocodiles waiting for their feast.

You will undoubtedly witness the most powerful and dramatic spectacle nature has to offer. Animals throw themselves into the water, risking their lives to ensure the survival of their species. At the other end of the river, Kenya.

During these migratory episodes, the herds walk more than 1,000 kilometres per cycle and can cover more than 80 kilometres of ground per day. All the while battling their predators, who track them down. During your expeditions, you may even have the opportunity to witness the hunting of lions, cheetahs, hyenas or leopards, which, despite this macabre spectacle, are also working for their survival.

It is around October that the females feel the need to continue their journey and set off once again towards the great plains of the south and Ngorongoro. The herds cross the borders of the Serengeti and return to Tanzania, this time travelling along the eastern side of the park. This is a great time to go on safari in Tanzania because this part of the park is very rarely visited.