African Safari
Tanzania

The Great Migration

Witness two million wildebeest thunder across the Serengeti in nature's greatest spectacle

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By Kara, Heirloom Holidays Last updated March 2026

Tanzania is Africa's visual masterpiece—a country of natural splendour, astounding wildlife, and geological wonders. Africa's highest mountain, Kilimanjaro, rises from lush grassy plains and towers over the land, its snow-capped peak a sight to behold. But it's the Serengeti that captures the imagination of every true safari lover.

The Serengeti National Park, meaning "endless plains" in the local Maasai language, is undoubtedly one of the world's most celebrated wilderness areas. It's an ongoing source of inspiration to writers, filmmakers and photographers—and soon, to you and your family.

The Ultimate Safari Experience

The annual movement of wildebeest and other herbivores across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem is rarely the same in precise timing and direction, but what remains constant is its breathtaking scale. Two million wildebeest, zebra and gazelle race for their lives, dodging crocodiles, hyenas and big cats with big teeth.

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The Great Migration—nature's most spectacular show

This is the showstopping event, but by no means the only exciting wildlife spectacle. Year-round, lions, cheetahs and spotted hyenas stalk Cape buffalo, waterbuck and giraffe wandering freely across the savannah. The Serengeti delivers extraordinary wildlife encounters in every season.

Why Choose &Beyond

With just nine tents at each private campsite, enjoy the luxury of complete contentment and nights spent in the African bush. Using only private campsites, these mobile camps are intimate and exclusive—the ultimate in luxury camping.

Where to Stay

&Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas luxury tent
Mobile Luxury Camp

&Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas

This luxurious mobile tented camp moves around the Serengeti, bringing you within range of the Great Migration. Private butler service, chandeliers, silverware, crystal, ensuite flush toilets, heated bucket showers and comfortable beds with fluffy duvets. Camping reimagined.

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The camp movement is carefully planned to anticipate the movements of the Great Migration, bringing you as close as possible to the wildebeest action. The campsites move five times a year to better enable close access to this extraordinary phenomenon.

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&Beyond Klein's Camp Safari Lodge
Private Concession

&Beyond Klein's Camp

Deep in a remote corner of the Serengeti, a 10,000-hectare wildlife concession offers the ultimate exclusive safari. Night drives, bush walks, and some of the best leopard viewing in Tanzania. Only Klein's vehicles explore this area—private sightings guaranteed.

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"Fall asleep to lions roaring and wake to the peace of the African bush, removed from the chaos of the world."
&Beyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge
River Lodge

&Beyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge

Set in the remote western reaches on a tributary of the Grumeti River, known for its wildebeest crossings and enormous Nile crocodiles. Watch hippos play and spot the spectacular black-and-white colobus monkeys found nowhere else in the Serengeti.

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Unforgettable Experiences

Hot Air Balloon

Float above the Serengeti at dawn as wildlife awakens below—a once-in-a-lifetime perspective.

Night Drives

When the sun sets, the African bush comes alive with predators and fascinating nocturnal creatures.

Bush Walks

Tread in the tracks of zebra and buffalo as all six senses reawaken.

Maasai Culture

Immerse yourself in authentic Maasai village life and traditions.

Lake Victoria

Fish for Nile perch, interact with local villages, and marvel at Africa's biggest lake.

Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into this UNESCO World Heritage Site—a vast natural amphitheatre teeming with wildlife.

African sunset
Sundowners on the Serengeti—moments that become heirlooms

Complete Your Journey

Tanzania is the ideal bush and beach destination. End your unforgettable safari with a serene beach holiday on Zanzibar—the intoxicatingly beautiful and exotic Spice Island.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to go on safari in Tanzania?

The dry season from June to October offers the best wildlife viewing, as animals gather around water sources and vegetation thins. The Great Migration reaches the northern Serengeti around July–September. January and February are excellent for calving season in the southern Serengeti, with fewer crowds.

How much does a luxury Tanzania safari cost?

A luxury Tanzania safari typically costs between £5,000 and £15,000 per person for 7–10 nights, depending on the lodges, season, and experiences included. Peak season (July–October) commands higher rates. Heirloom Holidays often secures better pricing and added amenities through its trade partnerships.

Is Tanzania safe for a family safari holiday?

Tanzania is one of the safest safari destinations in Africa. Luxury lodges and camps maintain excellent safety standards, and experienced guides accompany all game drives. Most camps welcome children aged 6 and above, with some offering dedicated family programmes and child-friendly safari activities.

What is the Great Migration and when does it happen?

The Great Migration is the annual movement of over 1.5 million wildebeest, along with hundreds of thousands of zebra and gazelle, across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. It runs year-round in a continuous cycle: calving in the southern Serengeti (January–March), moving north through the western corridor (April–June), and dramatic river crossings in the north (July–October).

Kara understood exactly what we were looking for. Our Tanzania safari exceeded every expectation — the kids still talk about watching the wildebeest crossing. It's become our family's most treasured memory.
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