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Serengeti
The Serengeti is the plains at the centre of the migration. Where you sleep should follow the month: the south for the calving, the west and the north for the dry-season herds and the Mara River.
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From the Wildebeest Migration to Year-round Game Viewing
Home to one of the world's greatest concentrations of wildlife and the majority of the Great Wildebeest Migration, Serengeti National Park is Tanzania's flagship conservation area and a must-do for first-time and returning safari goers alike.
Translated from the Maa language as ‘the land that moves on forever', the Serengeti's vast rolling grasslands and golden savannah give travellers a soul-stirring sense of space. Although it is most famous for supporting millions of wildebeest, there are also sizable populations of zebra, buffalo, elephant and giraffe, and myriad gazelle and antelope species. And where there are plains game aplenty, predators like lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena and wild dog are sure to follow.
From the Wildebeest Migration to incredible year-round game viewing, here are some of our best reasons to go on a safari in the Serengeti:
1. Witness the Annual Wildebeest Migration
The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the last mass terrestrial animal movements left on the planet, and the main reason why so many wildlife enthusiasts visit the Serengeti – especially at mid-year. Watching herds of biblical proportions move across the plains will stir your soul unlike anything else. It truly is one of Mother Nature's greatest spectacles! The herds undergo challenges and hardships as they move from region to region, constantly under attack from predators like Africa’s big cats and the notoriously huge crocodiles that lie in wait at river crossing points.
- Mobile camps move regularly to stay as close to the herds as possible.
- Some accommodations offer easy access to river crossing points.
- Calving season (February to March) delivers plenty of bittersweet predator action.
2. Excellent Year-round Game Viewing
Such is the density of wildlife in the Serengeti that it provides a spectacular safari experience no matter what time of year you visit. Although some of the wildebeest, zebra and antelope migrate to fresh grazing, not all do and none of the predators move with the herds either. The open plains, wide grasslands and temperate climate mean that the vegetation is never too thick to spot animals, and the weather is very seldom too inclement to venture out.
- Safari high season (about July to October) delivers unbeatable game viewing – the Serengeti is one of the best places to observe lions in the wild.
- The low or Green Season (about November to March) is much quieter and calmer, giving you much more space and time to absorb the beauty of the rain-replenished landscape.
- The dramatic Migration river crossings run from about May to August.
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- Barbara Paroissien3. A Safari for Every Traveller
The Serengeti is a bucket-list destination and many first-time visitors to East Africa want to tick it off. But the incredible diversity of wildlife and extraordinary accommodations also make the it a suitable safari destination for those who've travelled to Africa many times before. Private and romantic camps deliver incredible honeymoon vacations in Africa, while family-friendly lodges offer fun and age-appropriate safari activities for kids. More and more lodges now offer vegetarian and vegan meals to accommodate those with special dietary requirements. Many camps are also branching out into other safari activities like mountain biking, horse riding and even archery.
- Romantic and private camps for honeymooners and special occasions.
- Family-friendly lodges with entertaining kids' activities.
- Adventure safari activities like mobile camping, nature walks, mountain biking and horse riding.
- Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy the extraordinary diversity of animals.
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The Best Safari Areas in the Serengeti
At almost 15 000 square kilometres (5 790 square miles), the Serengeti is an enormous park with distinct regions that each offer a different game viewing experience. You will need to choose carefully where and when to go on a safari in the Serengeti, especially if you want to see the annual Wildebeest Migration. The herds move in a clockwise direction around the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem (roughly the size of South Carolina) and their concentrations are dictated by the seasons, available water and fresh grazing.
Southern Serengeti
Characterised by rolling, tree-studded grassy plains, this is the most accessible part of the Serengeti National Park, which means it can get a little busy during the high season (about July to October).
From about November to March, colossal herds of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle move into the southern Serengeti to graze on fresh grass and give birth. This means that the predators, especially lion, leopard and cheetah, take every opportunity to hunt easy prey.
Central Serengeti
The heart of the Serengeti National Park delivers superb game viewing throughout the year and is home to a great selection of safari camps and lodges. The area offers good access to all the Wildebeest Migration hotspots and supports a high density of plains game, leopard, cheetah and lion.
The region’s Seronera River Valley creates a natural boundary between the grassy plains of the south and the wooded hills of the north, making it one of the richest ecosystems in the Serengeti. Lion and cheetah are common here, and leopard sightings occur regularly.
Eastern Serengeti
A region of diverse habitats and a broad range of wildlife, the Eastern Serengeti is a popular pit stop during the Wildebeest Migration calving season (between February and March). The area generally sees fewer tourists than the rest of the national park and delivers excellent big cat sightings, especially cheetah.
Western Serengeti
The Grumeti River runs through the Serengeti’s Western Corridor and is home to gigantic Nile crocodiles and hippos. Convoys of wildebeest arrive on the banks of the Grumeti around May and June to kick off the Migration’s main event: the perilous river crossings.
This is one of nature’s most thrilling (and bittersweet) events to witness, as many of the valiant wildebeest are snatched by hungry crocs.
Grumeti Reserves
If you’re looking for great year-round game viewing combined with away-from-the-crowds luxury accommodation, we recommend the privately owned Grumeti Reserve. It borders the western Serengeti and lies directly on the Wildebeest Migration’s path, giving you front-row seats to all the action. It’s a quiet reserve with few safari camps and lodges but plenty of plains game and predators like lion, cheetah, leopard, hyena and crocodile.
With over 400 recorded species, the Grumeti region is also great for birding. Its riverine forest is a good place to spot colobus monkeys. And since Grumeti is a private reserve, visitors at the area’s lodges can go on guided nature walks and night game drives – activities not usually allowed in the Serengeti National Park.
Northern Serengeti
Less crowded than the rest of the Serengeti, the north of the park is characterised by green rolling hills and thickly vegetated granite outcrops (kopjes). The region offers good year-round game viewing and sets the stage for the Mara River crossings during the Wildebeest Migration around July or August.
This is when dramatic scenes ensue, as tens of thousands of animals plunge into the river in a desperate attempt to reach the other side before enormous crocodiles home in on them u2013 book your accommodation well in advance to guarantee ringside seats. It is also a great place to go on a hot-air balloon safari for a bird’s-eye view over the wildebeest herds, and a good area to see elephant and giraffe.
When is the Best Time to Go to the Serengeti?
The best time to visit the Serengeti is from January to February or from June to October. However, the Serengeti's density of wildlife offers a spectacular safari experience no matter what time of the year you visit. The park's open plains and mild climate mean that vegetation is never too dense to see animals, and the region's two short rainy seasons from November to December and March to April are rarely too unpleasant.
Month by Month Guide for Travelling to the Serengeti:
Visiting the Serengeti from January to March
January is when the rolling plains of the Serengeti are a lush shade of emerald, there is hardly any dust, and the game viewing is excellent. The Ndutu Plains area is very popular during this period as the landscape is greener than other parts, with year-round resident wildlife such as elephant, giraffe, and various antelope species.
It's the wildebeest calving season during February which makes this the best time to go to on a Serengeti safari to witness the many herds giving birth to their young. The wildebeest, zebra and gazelles making their annual migration through the Serengeti National Park can be viewed in their thousands.
March marks the end of the green season as the ‘long rains' begin. The Serengeti enters a low season period when there are less safari crowds, and the migratory herds begin to leave the Ndutu region in the south and head west. The humidity rises during March, but this is the best time to go to the Serengeti for great rates on accommodation.
Travelling to the Serengeti from April to June
The Serengeti starts to see fewer visitors around April, which is mostly due to the humidity and wet weather during the month. It's not generally considered the best time to visit the Serengeti, but it can be an ideal time to get off the beaten track and explore the remote corners of the park.
There is very heavy rainfall throughout May and the camps and lodges in the Serengeti are relatively quiet. This is not the best time to visit the Serengeti for a safari unless you make your way to the central and western regions of the park to follow the Great Migration.
June is the start of the popular dry season and is the best time to go to the Serengeti just before the peak safari season. This is when the Great Migration starts moving north, the dry conditions prevail across the land, and there is a slim chance of occasional afternoon thundershowers.
Visiting the Serengeti from July to September
Many visitors flock to the Serengeti from July to September to witness the Great Migration. River crossings are a spectacle during these months – quite often panic ensues within the herds as crocodiles waiting to pounce attempt to snatch them as they make their way across. There are more safari vehicles in the Serengeti National Park during this period than any time of the year.
August is peak season and generally considered the best time to witness the dramatic river crossings from the northern Serengeti into the Masai Mara. This is the best time to visit the Serengeti for prolific wildlife encounters as the herds are easier to spot and there are many predators around – you'll see some of Africa's big cats on the hunt!
September is still very busy with visitors in the Serengeti National Park, especially on the Kenyan and Tanzania borders as the herds of animals travel over the Mara River in smaller batches. The southern parts of the park are quieter during September.
Travelling to the Serengeti from October to December
By October the plains of the Serengeti are mostly parched, but the dry season is now coming to an end. Although the Wildebeest Migration's herds have made their way into Kenya, game viewing in the Serengeti National Park is still nothing short of spectacular.
November is the beginning of the ‘short rains' in the Serengeti National Park and is a quieter, low season. The rains bring fresh grasslands for grazing in the southern areas and it's a good time to take advantage of lower rates.
The rains continue and the scenery changes from dry dusty plains to rolling grasslands. The cycle of the Great Migration in the Serengeti continues in December. The migrating herds make their way to the southern plains of the Ndutu region where they prepare for the breeding season. The temperatures and the humidity begin to rise for the wet summer months. The festive season can be very busy, so it's advisable to book your accommodation well in advance.
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Find out about getting to the Serengeti with our tried-and-trusted Serengeti safari advice - we've also got been-there travel tips to help plan your trip.
Tips for Planning Your Serengeti Safari
- Plan your timing carefully: if you want to see the Wildebeest Migration river crossings on your safari, make sure your itinerary matches the movement of the herds.
- Book early: well-located safari camps at the Wildebeest Migration's hotspots get booked out early, often a year in advance.
- Choose your activities: morning and afternoon game drives are standard activities, and some lodges also offer hot-air balloon safaris. Activities like night game drives and guided bush walks are only permitted in certain areas.
- Expect other visitors in high season: many areas of the Serengeti are mostly quiet throughout the year, but the Wildebeest Migration's highlights, like the Grumeti and Mara River crossings, attract lots of visitors from about May to August. Consider visiting during low or Green Season (about November to March) if you want to escape the crowds and still enjoy great game viewing plus see the Migration’s mega-herds.
- Go private: if it's exclusivity you want, then head for one of the Serengeti’s private reserves. The accommodation is excellent, game viewing is as good as the main park and extra safari activities (see number 3) are offered.
Flights & Getting Around
Arusha Airport is the gateway to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park. It is located just outside the town of Arusha, but you’ll need to get there via Kilimanjaro International Airport, which is about 50 kilometres (31 miles) away. There are several airstrips dotted around the Serengeti National Park that can be accessed from the Masai Mara, Lake Manyara, and Arusha or Kilimanjaro.
Note: international flights often arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport late at night, so an overnight in Arusha is usually necessary before setting out the following morning by charter flight into the Serengeti.
For flight schedules, fares and booking terms, check directly with the airline or your chosen travel agent.
Safari VehiclesMost safari destinations in Tanzania have extensive road networks and closed vehicles are therefore the norm when doing long-distance road transfers between airstrips, camps and lodges. A closed 4×4 game drive vehicle generally has three rows of seating and features a pop-up roof hatch that can be raised for game viewing and taking photographs.
Game drives in the Serengeti and its private areas are usually conducted in open-sided 4X4s, often sporting a canvas roof and flaps that can be rolled down to cover the windows.
For general information on travelling to Tanzania, please visit our Tanzania travel advice page.
What is the difference between a Mobile Tented Camp and a Permanent Lodge?
When planning a Serengeti safari, you'll see options for mobile camps. These are ultra-luxurious, canvas tented camps that feature en-suite bathrooms, king-sized beds, flushing toilets, and fine dining.
The mobility is strategic: mobile camps move two to three times a year to mirror the movement of the Wildebeest Migration herds. Permanent lodges, on the other hand, offer more robust amenities like swimming pools, air conditioning, and stone-built suites, but stay in one spot.
Is the Serengeti family friendly?
Yes, the Serengeti can be a deeply rewarding experience for families, but age restrictions can apply depending on the accommodation. Many luxury properties in the Serengeti welcome children and even offer specialized ‘Junior Ranger’ programs to keep them entertained.
However, because most camps are entirely unfenced, meaning wildlife can (and does) wander freely through the grounds at night, many properties enforce a minimum age limit of 6 to 12 years old.
Furthermore, game drives involve long, bumpy hours in a vehicle. If you are travelling in Africa with younger children, speak to your Africa Safari Expert about booking a private safari vehicle. This gives your family total flexibility to return to camp early if the little ones get restless.
Serengeti Tours & Safaris
The Serengeti is a sought-after destination for many visitors to East Africa and the Wildebeest Migration is a must-see event for any wildlife enthusiast. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveller, the Serengeti's offering is so diverse that you'll always discover something new – no matter how many times you've been on safari!
Many travellers choose a Serengeti safari to celebrate special occasions like honeymoons, engagements and birthdays. It is also a great safari destination to combine with a beach holiday on a tropical Indian Ocean island like nearby Zanzibar, Mauritius or the Seychelles.
If you want to pack as many wildlife experiences as possible into one trip, we have a comprehensive range of Serengeti safaris that cater to just about every traveller. Some focus purely on the Serengeti and its wildlife, while others include this world-famous national park as part of a larger itinerary. More affordable Serengeti safari holidays comprise scheduled departure tours that often include a few days in the adjacent Ngorongoro Crater or even Kenya’s Masai Mara.
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Our Best Serengeti Safari Lodges & Camps
Serengeti accommodation is as varied as the range of animals that make these rolling grasslands home. From romantic tented camps to exclusive safari lodges and private villas, accommodation in the Serengeti is found throughout the park itself. There are also adjacent private reserves that offer another level of exclusivity as well as activities such as night game drives and guided walks, which are not allowed in the public park.
The Serengeti is an all-year safari destination. But if you're booking your lodge or camp to coincide with the Wildebeest Migration, you’ll need to decide which region you want to be in and when. Remember, the annual Wildebeest Migration is a popular event on the safari calendar and the best placed accommodation in the Serengeti gets booked up quickly! Get to know the Serengeti with our complete guide.
Our selection of top accommodation in the Serengeti includes:
- Mobile camps that follow the Wildebeest Migration's movements.
- Properties perfect for families or groups travelling together.
- Superb luxury lodges that are tucked away for the most romantic safari honeymoon.
Browse our favourite Serengeti camps and lodges below or simply get in touch with one of our Africa Safari Experts to help you find the one that is right for you:
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Lemala Kuria Hills
Serengeti, TanzaniaActivities travellers enjoyed
Game drives | Private vehicle with driver | Guided walking safaris | Cultural visits | Star gazing | Bush dining
From KSh1,030,930 pps
Lemala Mara Camp Northern Serengeti
Serengeti, TanzaniaActivities travellers enjoyed
Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Specialist guides | Cultural visits | Bush dining | Bird watching
From KSh1,389,288 pps
Lemala Nanyukie
Serengeti, TanzaniaActivities travellers enjoyed
Game drives | Private vehicle with driver | Guided walking safaris | Cultural visits | Star gazing | Bush dining
From KSh2,090,424 pps
Mila Tented Camp
Serengeti, TanzaniaActivities travellers enjoyed
Night drives | Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Cultural visits | Bush dining | Picnics
From KSh1,791,792 to KSh3,693,948 pps
Mwiba Lodge
Serengeti, TanzaniaActivities travellers enjoyed
Night drives | Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Cultural visits | Bush dining | Bird watching
From KSh1,421,748 to KSh3,095,386 pps
Namiri Plains
Serengeti, TanzaniaActivities travellers enjoyed
Game drives | Private vehicle with driver | Guided walking safaris | Specialist guides | Conservation projects | Cultural visits
From KSh1,127,011 pps
Neptune Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp
Serengeti, TanzaniaActivities travellers enjoyed
Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Cultural visits | Bird watching | Hot air ballooning | Boat excursions
Costs
A Serengeti week is one of the higher East African prices, mostly because of park fees and the aircraft.
July to October in the north is the peak. January to March in the south is busy for a different reason, the calving, and still needs booking ahead.
The migration samples on this site are the guide price per person. International flights, visas, and tips are extra. The balloon, if you want it, is an extra too.
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Places
Kruger vs Masai Mara vs Serengeti
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Places
Best Serengeti Safaris Tours
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Places
Ultimate Guide to a Serengeti Safari
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Lodges
10 Best Luxury Safari Camps Lodges in the Serengeti
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