When is the best time to see the Great Migration in Serengeti?

The Great Migration moves year-round. The famous Mara River crossings happen July�October when herds push north into Kenya. December�March brings calving season in the southern Serengeti � one of nature's most dramatic events with thousands of wildebeest born daily.

How many days should I spend in the Serengeti?

We recommend a minimum of 3 nights to experience the Serengeti properly � enough for 6 game drives across different habitats. For the full migration experience, 5�7 nights allows you to follow the herds and witness multiple wildlife events.

Is the Serengeti accessible year-round?

Yes, the Serengeti is open year-round. April�May (long rains) are quieter with fewer visitors and lower rates, while the landscape turns lush green. Roads in the north can be challenging during heavy rains, but our guides know all conditions well.

What animals will I see in the Serengeti?

The Serengeti hosts the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and black rhino in Moru Kopjes), plus cheetah, wild dog, hippo, crocodile, giraffe, zebra, and over 500 bird species. Lion sightings are virtually guaranteed.

Are balloon safaris available in the Serengeti?

Yes � Serengeti balloon safaris depart at dawn from Seronera and the northern Serengeti. The 1-hour flight concludes with a champagne bush breakfast. We can include this in any itinerary as a special add-on.

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Overview

About Serengeti National Park

The Serengeti is Tanzania's crown jewel � a vast, ancient ecosystem stretching across 14,763 square kilometres of open savanna, acacia woodland and granite kopjes. Home to the world's greatest wildlife spectacle, the annual Great Migration sees 1.5 million wildebeest and 250,000 zebra thunder across the plains in an eternal cycle of life.

Few places on earth can match the raw, primal beauty of the Serengeti. The name itself comes from the Maasai word siringet � "the place where the land moves on forever" � and standing on its open plains at dawn, you understand exactly why. The Serengeti hosts the densest concentration of large predators in Africa, including over 3,000 lions, 1,000 leopards, and vast packs of hyena and wild dog. Year-round wildlife viewing is exceptional, but the magic peaks between June and October when the dry season concentrates animals around permanent water sources and the famous river crossings at the Mara River attract visitors from around the world.

Highlights

Why Visit Serengeti National Park

Big Five

Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and black rhino all call the Serengeti home.

Great Migration

1.5 million wildebeest follow an 800 km circular route � a spectacle unlike any other.

Balloon Safaris

Drift silently above the plains at sunrise for a truly unforgettable perspective.

Photography

Serengeti's light, wildlife density and dramatic skies make it a photographer's paradise.

Predator Action

Cheetah hunts, lion prides on kopjes, leopards in acacia trees � drama is constant.

Night Game Drives

Discover the nocturnal world with specialist guides in private conservancy areas.

Wildlife

Animals You May See

Lion Leopard Cheetah Elephant Buffalo Wildebeest Zebra Hippo Crocodile Wild Dog Hyena Giraffe Topi Grant's Gazelle

Best Time

When to Visit Serengeti National Park

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Peak Season Good Fair Low Season

Peak season (Jun�Oct): Dry weather, wildlife concentrated at water. River crossings at their most dramatic. Jan�Mar: Calving season � thousands of wildebeest born daily.

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