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The word “Serengeti” originates from the Maasai word ‘Siringet’, meaning “endless plains.” Visiting Serengeti National Park offers a world of wildlife and African flora. Here, adventure awaits through wildlife viewing safaris and scenic game drives, either on foot or by vehicle.
With your loved ones, explore the wonders of Serengeti National Park! On a guided game drive, you may walk among giraffes, zebras, and elephants in their natural habitats. You can also hike or bike across this vast wilderness, covering over 100 kilometers, and take in everything—from rolling grasslands teeming with life to majestic snow-capped mountains rising against the azure sky.
Trek deep into some of Africa’s last remaining wilderness areas for truly once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
The Serengeti is not just a national park—it’s one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries on Earth, a place where nature still follows its ancient rhythms, and the wild remains truly wild. It is the beating heart of African safari adventures, drawing travelers from around the world to witness its raw beauty, abundant wildlife, and legendary landscapes.
When people dream of Africa, they imagine the vast golden plains, majestic lion prides, and the thunder of millions of hooves crossing open savannas—that dream is the Serengeti. Here, you don’t just see nature—you feel it, alive and untamed, in every sunrise, every game drive, and every unforgettable moment.
From the pulse-pounding drama of the Great Wildebeest Migration, to the quiet magic of a cheetah stalking its prey at dawn, the Serengeti offers a front-row seat to the greatest natural show on the planet. It’s a place where you reconnect with the Earth, experience timeless wilderness, and collect memories that stay with you forever.
Here’s what makes the Serengeti truly special—and why no Tanzania safari is complete without it:
It comes from the Maasai word Siringet, meaning “endless plains.”
By Road: Drive from Arusha (about 8 hours).
By Air: Daily flights connect Arusha, Dar es Salaam, and Zanzibar to Serengeti airstrips like Seronera, Kogatende, Grumeti, and Ndutu.
Classic game drives (morning, full-day, or evening).
Hot air balloon safaris at sunrise.
Walking safaris in select areas.
Cultural visits with Maasai communities.
Photographic safaris and birdwatching.
June – October: Dry season and best time to witness river crossings during the Great Migration.
December – March: Calving season in the southern Serengeti, with thousands of newborn wildebeests.
April – May: Green season with fewer tourists and lush landscapes.
Serengeti offers options for every traveler:
Luxury lodges & tented camps with top-class service.
Mid-range camps for comfort at a lower cost.
Budget camping for adventure travelers.
Yes. The herds move throughout the Serengeti in a circular pattern:
December–March: Calving in the south.
April–May: Moving north via central Serengeti.
June–July: River crossings in western Serengeti.
August–October: Dramatic Mara River crossings in the north.
November: Returning south.
The park covers about 14,750 km² (5,700 sq mi).
You can spot the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, rhino), wildebeests, zebras, cheetahs, giraffes, crocodiles, and 500+ bird species.
Absolutely! Many lodges welcome children, and family-friendly safaris can be arranged. Some activities, like walking safaris, may have age restrictions.
Yes, most visitors require a Tanzania tourist visa, which can be obtained online or upon arrival.
Yes, most visitors require a Tanzania tourist visa, which can be obtained online or upon arrival.
Yes, popular add-ons include:
Ngorongoro Crater (World Heritage Site).
Tarangire & Lake Manyara (unique ecosystems).
Zanzibar beaches (relax after safari).
Mount Kilimanjaro treks for adventure seekers.
It is most famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration, one of the “Seven Natural Wonders of Africa,” where over 1.5 million wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles migrate in search of fresh pastures. It’s also home to one of the largest lion populations in the world.