SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Overview
Serengeti National Park, a jewel of Tanzania, unveils a vast, untamed wilderness teeming with iconic wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Renowned for the annual Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras traverse its plains, the park offers an unparalleled safari experience. With its diverse ecosystems, from savannahs to riverine forests, Serengeti captivates with its raw beauty, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking an authentic African safari adventure.
Having unparalleled attractions, Serengeti has a number of tourism activities and opportunities for visitors to get the best wildlife experience! Some of these includes Hot Air Balloon Safaris, Game Drive, Filming and Photographic Safaris, Walking safaris, Bush meals and Cultural Tourism.
The optimal time to visit Serengeti National Park is from June to October during the dry season. Witness the spectacular Great Migration as millions of wildebeest and zebras traverse the plains, offering unmatched wildlife viewing opportunities. Expect clear skies, abundant wildlife, and an unforgettable safari experience during this period.
Size
5,700 square miles
Weather
Equatorial Climate Prevails
Wildlife
Great Migration Spectacle
Best Time to Visit
June to October
Flora and Fauna
Diverse Ecosystems Thrive
Conservation
Commitment to Preservation
Having unparalleled attractions, Serengeti has a number of tourism activities and opportunities for visitors to get the best wildlife experience! Some of these includes Hot Air Balloon Safaris, Game Drive, Filming and Photographic Safaris, Walking safaris, Bush meals and Cultural Tourism.
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Best Serengeti Lodges & Camps
There are various accommodation options near the Serengeti, offering a range of choices to suit different preferences and budgets. The accommodations are situated on or near the crater rim, providing convenient access to the crater for wildlife viewing. Here are some types of accommodation options:
Guests may travel to the Serengeti by vehicle (transfer, self drive or guided safari) or by flight on a light aircraft to one of the Serengeti airstrips in the national park. Your journey usually starts from the town of Arusha -which is considered to be the gateway to the Serengeti- or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). For more information please see our 'getting here' page.
The Serengeti offers outstanding wildlife viewing all year round. However, most travellers prefer to include the chance to witness the Great Migration. Winter is the best time to see the herd in Southern Serengeti, while the Western Corridor and Northern Serengeti are the best places to spend the summer and autumn months. However, the park becomes rather busy in peak periods and accommodation prices come at a premium. Most Serengeti lodges offer substantially lower rates (often referred to as ‘green season’ rates) in April and May. Moreover, outside peak periods the Serengeti is far less crowded, whilst wildlife viewing options are still superb. So... the best time to travel really depends on your personal preferences. That being said: most travellers (and so many people can't be wrong) pick the dry season (late June - October) for a Serengeti safari. This is the time that the Great Migration is at its absolute prime and your chances of witnessing a river crossing are at their best. Read all about when to travel to the Serengeti.
In wildnerness areas, such as the Serengeti, specific animal sightings can never be guaranteed as wildlife roams freely in a massive area. Consequently, we are unable to tell you in advance whether you will be seeing leopards, cheetahs, lions, or other wildlife species. However, as you are well aware, Serengeti National Park is world-renowned for its incredible wildlife numbers, big cats, and the biggest wildlife event in the world: the Great Migration. Serengeti National Park boasts all Big Five species (elephant, buffalo, rhino, lion and leopard) and your chances of seeing these species are good. The Serengeti ecosystem is home to more species and individuals than any other wildlife area in Africa.
Serengeti National Park is home to a myriad of accommodation options in the form of safari camps & lodges. These range from permanent semi-tented bush camps to ultra luxurious design properties to mobile tented camps and anything in between.
