Serengeti National Park is a Tanzanian national park in the Serengeti ecosystem in the Mara and Simiyu regions. It is famous for its annual migration of over 1.5 million white-bearded wildebeest and 250,000 zebras, which move between the Serengeti and the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. The park is also home to a variety of other animals, including lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, and rhinos.

Serengeti National Park was founded in 1951, and it is one of the oldest national parks in Tanzania. The park is named after the Maasai word “serengeti”, which means “endless plain”. The park is home to a variety of different habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

The best time to visit Serengeti National Park is during the dry season, which is from June to October. The park can be visited year-round, but it is important to be aware of the weather conditions. The weather can change quickly in the park, and it is important to be prepared for all conditions.

There are a number of different things to do in Serengeti National Park, including:

  • Game drives: Game drives are the most popular way to see the wildlife in the park. You’ll drive through the park in an open-topped vehicle, giving you the best possible view of the animals.
  • Hot air balloon safaris: Hot air balloon safaris offer a unique perspective on the park. You’ll float over the park, giving you a bird’s eye view of the animals and the landscape.
  • Walking safaris: Walking safaris are a great way to get up close and personal with the wildlife. You’ll walk through the park with a guide, who will help you spot the animals.
  • Camping: There are a number of different campsites in the park, where you can camp under the stars.

Few people forget their first encounter with Serengeti National Park. The view from the summit of Naabi Hill at the park’s entrance, from where the Serengeti’s open grasslands stretch Or spotting male lions stalking across open plains, their manes blown by the breeze Or it may be the epic migration of animals in their millions “Seven New Wonders of the World” Whatever it is, welcome to one of the wildest places, one of the greatest wildlife-watching destinations on earth. The 14,763 sq km Serengeti National Park is also renowned for its predators, especially its lions hunting alongside the lions are cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, jackals and more. These feast on zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelles, topis, elands, hartebeest, impalas, klipspringers, duikers and so many more. Big chance of spotting part of the big five !
It’s an incredible birdwatching destination, too, with over 500 species. Serengeti borders Masai Mara forming the largest animal Kingdom

SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK ACCOMMODATIONS

SERENGETI KATI KATI CAMP

Serengeti Kati Kati Camp is a mobile friendly small camp located at the heart of Serengeti and approximately 335 km from Arusha in Tanzania. A cozy mess tent is in the center of the camp where meals are served. A campfire is ready every evening for appetizers and snacks before dinner. The Camp has 10 […]

SERENGETI SERENA LODGE

SERENGETI SERENA LODGE   Boasting of an African architect Serengeti Serena lodge is located at the center of Serengeti National park on top of a hill with a breath-taking panoramic view of Serengeti plains. The Lodge is approximately 335 km from Arusha. The lodge has Traditionally-carved, domed dining room, Individual ‘rondel’ rooms with private balconies, vanishing horizon […]

SERENGETI SOPA LODGE

Serengeti Sopa lodge is located at the edge of an escapement in Serengeti south western part of the National park. The Lodge has 69 standard rooms, all with 2 queen size beds, carpeted, and tastefully furnished with local fabrics and pictures. One entering the room is a lounge with a mini bar. In the front […]