– 4 Epic River Crossings in One Day: Must-See Adventure & Travel Tips

What an unforgettable day exploring North Serengeti! Our adventure began with a breathtaking hot air balloon ride at sunrise, floating above the golden savanna. By 10:30 AM, we reached the legendary Mara River and stayed until sunset—witnessing not one, but four incredible wildebeest crossings! Two were intimate gatherings, while the other two were absolutely spectacular, with hundreds of animals charging through the rushing waters.

The most heart-pounding moment? Watching a crocodile successfully ambush a wildebeest (though I missed capturing that intense scene on camera). Thankfully, the other crossings ended happily for the migrating herds.

Contrary to what I’d read online about October being a quiet month, we were thrilled to discover a stubborn group of wildebeests still lingering near the river, delaying their Kenya migration.

Pro tip for safari-goers: pack your patience! These cautious creatures will test your resolve—they’ll approach the riverbank, retreat, circle nervously, and repeat this dance for hours. But when they finally commit, the action explodes in a blur of splashing hooves and swirling dust, over in mere minutes.

We stayed glued to our spot, even eating lunch in our vehicle to avoid missing a second of the drama. With spotty network coverage here, I can’t wait to share these incredible videos once we’re back in civilization! Every thrilling moment was worth the wait.