Serengeti National Park

The Serengeti offers an unparalleled blend of dramatic wildlife spectacles, diverse ecosystems, and iconic landscapes, making it one of Africa’s premier safari destinations.

• The Great Migration: Witness one of nature’s most extraordinary events as millions of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles traverse the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing. This sometimes treacherous journey includes the dramatic Mara River crossings, where predators like crocodiles and lions await their opportunity.
• Incredible Wildlife Diversity: Beyond the Big Five (elephant, lion, leopard, rhinoceros, and Cape buffalo), the Serengeti is home to giraffes, cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, and countless antelope species. Over 500 bird species, from eagles to bee-eaters, make the park a birdwatcher’s paradise.
• Iconic Landscapes: The Serengeti’s endless grass plains, scattered acacia trees, and dramatic rocky outcrops known as kopjes provide the quintessential African safari backdrop.

Activities In Serengeti National Park

• Game Drives: Explore the vast Serengeti landscapes to encounter its diverse wildlife.
• Hot Air Balloon Safaris: Experience the Serengeti from above during sunrise, floating over the plains and taking in sweeping views of wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
• Cultural Visits: Meet with the local Maasai community to learn about their traditions and how they coexist harmoniously with wildlife.

The Migration Is A Year-Round Wildlife

The Great Migration is not a single annual event but a continuous, year-round movement of over two million wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. This remarkable journey is driven by rainfall and the search for fresh grazing, ensuring unique wildlife experiences throughout the year.

One of the most iconic moments of the migration is the Mara River crossing, often coinciding with the peak safari season. These dramatic crossings typically occur between late July and August, with parts of September sometimes seeing action as well. On their return journey south, the herds cross the Mara River again during the last two weeks of October through early November. While this event is spectacular, the migration is much more than just the river crossings, offering unforgettable sights year-round.

General Timeline Of The Migration

• January to March: The herds gather on the lush southern Serengeti plains for the calving season, attracting predators who capitalize on the vulnerable young.
• April to May: As the plains dry out, the herds move northwest toward the central Serengeti and the Grumeti River.
• June to Early July: The migration passes through the western corridor, where herds cross the Grumeti River, creating another dramatic wildlife spectacle.
• Late July to September: The herds reach the northern Serengeti and the Maasai Mara, where the famous Mara River crossings occur.
• October to November: The herds begin their southward journey, crossing the Mara River once more as they return to the Serengeti.
• December: The herds settle back on the southern Serengeti plains, completing their cycle and preparing for the next calving season.e