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The Wildebeest Migration in June

What to Expect in June?

Weather: Temperatures at Serengeti National Park range from 13°C (55.4°F) to 25°C (77°F) in June, the first month of the winter. In June, the rainy season comes to an end. The fields are lushly green and densely forested.
Wildebeest migration movement: Wildebeest populations travel over great distances. It could take up to three hours to cover the distance between the leading and trailing herds.
Predatory encounters: Each migrating animal must first navigate a crocodile-infested river, the first of many dangerous river encounters.
River crossings: The Grumeti River crossing season runs from June to August, depending on the river’s water level. The river is rarely full enough to make dramatic crossings like those seen on the Mara River in July and August.

June HerdTracker Updates

02 Jun 2026

Great Migration Grumeti River Crossing

The mornings are always fantastic when you get to witness a Great Migration river crossing! This fantastic sight was captured on the Grumeti River...

Mawe Lodges

Nearest lodge: andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge

24 Jun 2025

Wildebeest crossing the Grumeti River

This herd was spotted crossing the Grumeti River in Tanzania. They were moving north at the Ikorongo side. This video was taken on 24 June...

This video was taken on 24 June 2025 by Paul Kivuyo

Nearest lodge: andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge

24 Jun 2025

Huge wildebeest herd spotted from helicopter over Fort Ikoma Airstrip

This huge herd was spotted by a helicopter that was following them north of the Fort Ikom Airstrip in Tanzania's Serengeti. They were then seen...

This video was taken on 24 June 2025 by Paul Kivuyo

Nearest lodge: Ole Serai Luxury Camp Moru Kopjes

22 Jun 2025

Wildebeest and zebras spotted in Central Serengeti

Yesterday this herd was spotted on a game drive in the Central Serengeti; this is despite this time being the season that herds are seen...

This video was taken on 22 June 2025 by Forever Nature Safaris

13 Jun 2025

Wildebeest herd spotted near Grumeti Airstrip

This wildebeest herd was spotted near Grumeti Airstrip, steadily advancing as the Great Migration unfolds across the Western Serengeti. Their journey is gaining momentum --...

This video was taken on 13 June 2025 by Mawe Lodges

13 Jun 2025

Wildebeest herd spotted near Kirawira Hill

This herd were spotted in the Western Serengeti near Kirawira Hill, steadily making their way north toward the Grumeti River. Their movement marks another step...

Nearest lodge: andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge

13 Jun 2025

Wildebeest herds spotted taking a drink at the Grumeti River

This herd was seen pausing for a drink at the Grumeti River near Kirawira Hill in the Western Serengeti. With water levels rising, we may...

This video was taken on 13 June 2025 by Mawe Lodges

Nearest lodge: andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge

13 Jun 2025

Wildebeest and their young on the move in Nyasisori Plain

This herd was spotted on the move near the Grumeti River in Nyasisori Plain. Their passage plays a crucial role in shaping the local ecosystem,...

This video was taken on 13 June 2025 by Mawe Lodges

Nearest lodge: andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge

13 Jun 2025

Wildebeest spotted on the move near Grumeti River

This herd was spotted this morning on the move near the western part of Tanzania's Grumeti River. They are likely in search of fresh grazing...

This video was taken on 13 June 2025 by Mawe Lodges

Nearest lodge: andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge

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Our experts predict how the wildebeest migration will move based on previous years migratory patterns and real time updates received from pilots, rangers and safari guides in the Serengeti.

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