Mara River & Kogatende
The crossing points that define the migration's most dramatic act.
Mara River & Kogatende sits in Tanzania's Northern Serengeti and is one of the anchor destinations on our itineraries. Our guides know its roads, its river crossings and its quiet corners, so your days are planned around light and animal movement rather than a fixed checklist.
The best time to visit is july to october, though every season here has its own character. We build each visit around private vehicles, unhurried mornings and lodges chosen for their location rather than their brochure.
Talk to our team about combining this destination with the rest of your route — most travellers pair it with two or three other parks for a full week or more in the field.
Best Time to Visit
July to October
Wildlife
Lion · Elephant · Leopard · Buffalo · Giraffe · Zebra
Safaris Featuring This Area
Lake Manyara & Tree Lions
Groundwater forest, flamingo flats and the famous tree-climbing lions.
Ruaha Remote Expedition
Tanzania's largest park, home to giant baobabs and huge lion prides, with almost no other vehicles.
Nyerere River Safari
Boat safaris on the Rufiji River paired with classic game drives in the Selous ecosystem.
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