Serengeti National Park
VerifiedNational Park

Mara Region, Tanzania

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park is an iconic Tanzanian wilderness area celebrated for its massive wildlife populations and the spectacular annual Great Migration.

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Serengeti National Park is a world-renowned wildlife sanctuary in northern Tanzania, famous for its vast plains and the annual Great Migration. It supports one of the largest and most diverse concentrations of wildlife on the planet, including the Big Five. The park's ecosystem is characterized by open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and riverine forests.

Serengeti National Park
TypeNational Park
CountryTanzania
RegionMara Region
Nearby stays1
LocationMara Region, Tanzania

Why visit

Serengeti National Park

It offers an unparalleled safari experience with high-density wildlife viewing, iconic landscapes, and world-class luxury lodge infrastructure, making it a premier destination for international travelers.

The Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras
Big Five wildlife viewing
Expansive savanna landscapes
Hot air balloon safaris
Predator sightings including lions and cheetahs
Olduvai Gorge archaeological site

Planning notes

Best time to visit

The best time to visit is during the dry season from late June to October for wildlife viewing, or January to February for the calving season.

Access is typically via light aircraft to various airstrips within the park or by 4x4 vehicle from Arusha. Park entry permits are required and are usually managed by tour operators. Malaria prophylaxis is recommended.

JanuarySeason rating 4

Calving season in the southern plains.

FebruarySeason rating 5

Peak calving season and predator activity.

JuneSeason rating 4

Start of the dry season and migration movement.

JulySeason rating 5

Peak dry season with excellent wildlife viewing.

AugustSeason rating 5

Prime time for river crossings.

SeptemberSeason rating 5

Excellent wildlife viewing as animals congregate at water sources.

Location

Mara Region, Tanzania

-2.3333, 34.8333

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