Mara Region, Tanzania
Grumeti RIver
A critical waterway in the western Serengeti famous for intense wildebeest river crossings and exclusive safari lodges.
Discover
The Grumeti River is a vital waterway flowing through the western corridor of the Serengeti ecosystem. It is world-renowned for the spectacular and perilous wildebeest river crossings that occur during the annual Great Migration. The surrounding private concessions offer a more exclusive and intimate safari experience compared to the main Serengeti National Park.
Why visit
Grumeti RIver
Offers a premium, less-crowded alternative to the main Serengeti with high-end luxury lodges and front-row seats to the dramatic river crossing events.
Planning notes
Best time to visit
The best time to visit is during the Great Migration, typically from June to September.
Access is primarily via light aircraft to private airstrips within the Grumeti concessions. Visitors must stay in authorized lodges or camps within the private reserves to access these specific river sections.
Start of the Great Migration river crossings.
Peak season for dramatic river crossings.
High wildlife density and active river crossings.
Good wildlife viewing as herds remain in the area.
Location
Mara Region, Tanzania
-2.1839, 34.2844