From December until May, the wildebeest are largely concentrated in the southern Serengeti.
Here, they birth their young before slowly working their way northwest across the grassy plains.
Travel agent Lisa Lindblad recommends positioning yourself in the Masai Mara as early as July.
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Natural Habitat Adventuresis best known for its focus on conservation and as the first carbon-neutral travel company.
It is also a partner of the World Wildlife Fund, the world’s leading conservation organization.
Safari itineraries focus on small groups and lodges in less-traveled configs.
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For something more luxurious, considerAbercrombie & Kent.
This company arranges high-end trips with tented camps and elegant safari lodges.
Travelers can also go all-out with a 15-dayGrand Safari by Micato.
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