Wildebeest herds have been sighted moving west through the Central Serengeti, continuing their annual migration journey. Recent footage shows several groups making steady progress, indicating a clear directional shift toward the western corridor. A significant number of wildebeest are already concentrated in the western Serengeti, particularly around the Ikoma region. This area serves as a key stopover before the herds begin their push north toward the Mara River.
The presence of large herds in Ikoma suggests that the migration is entering its peak westward phase, with increasing activity expected in surrounding areas like Grumeti and the western corridor.
With herds currently spread between Central and Western Serengeti, this is a transitional period in the migration cycle. Some groups are still on the move, while others have reached key grazing grounds in the west. For those tracking or visiting the region, this offers a unique opportunity to witness different stages of the migration playing out across various landscapes.
Getting There: The Central and Western Serengeti are both accessible by road and air. For quicker access, daily scheduled flights operate from Arusha or Kilimanjaro to Seronera (Central) and Grumeti or Sasakwa airstrips (Western corridor). By road, it’s about an 8 to 10 hour drive from Arusha. For Ikoma specifically, the closest airstrip is Ikoma Airstrip, which serves most camps and lodges in the area and cuts down transfer time significantly.
