Flowing westwards from the Western slopes of Serengeti into Lake Victoria (the largest lake in Africa), Grumeti River is a river found in the Western corridor of the famous Serengeti National Park known for its diverse wildlife and the wildlife migration.
The river is located in the Grumeti Game reserve, a private reserve that boarders the Serengeti playing an undeniable role in supporting the Serengeti Ecosystem in the Western region. The river is a source of water for the animals in this region all year round.
Famed for the sight of thousands and thousands of wildebeests and other ungulates crossing the river during the Great Migration, Grumeti River is the first river obstacle the animals face during the migration period, the other being the Mara River in Kenya.
Crossing the Grumeti River is a critical moment during the migration. This river is infested with Nile crocodiles eagerly waiting to attack once the crossing starts alongside other predators waiting on its banks.
For a chance to witness this spectacular natural occurrence with all the underlying action, visit the Grumeti Game Reserve in the months of May and June.
Conservation efforts in the Grumeti Game Reserve have helped in preserving and protecting the Grumeti River. Maintaining the balance in its surrounding ecosystem thus ensuring the survival of the wildlife in the area.
Grumeti River at a glance:
It spans the Western Corridor (50 km) of the Serengeti National Park. Comprising of vast grasslands, rolling hills and riverine forests.
Flows westwards into the largest lake in Africa, Lake Victoria
It is infested with large Nile Crocodiles. These are the main predators of the wildebeests, zebras and other animals. This as they cross the river during the migration.
Source of water to the wildlife in Grumeti Game Reserve all year round.
Visit the river from mid-May to June for a chance to see the river crossing action during the migration.
Best way to travel to Grumeti River is by air as it is located in a remote area. Never the less, you can travel by road too.
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