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Serengeti National Park

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Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park is one of Tanzania's most famous and expansive wildlife reserves, renowned for its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity. Covering 14,750 square kilometres, the park is celebrated for the annual Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles traverse its plains in search of fresh grazing. This spectacle, accompanied by predator interactions, offers a breathtaking display of nature's drama.

The park's diverse ecosystems, including grasslands, savannahs, woodlands, and riverine forests, support a wide array of wildlife. Visitors can spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as cheetahs, hyenas, and an impressive variety of bird species.

Best visited during the dry season (June to October) for optimal wildlife viewing, the Serengeti provides exceptional Tanzania Safari experiences. Activities include game drives, hot air balloon safaris, and guided walking tours. The park also offers opportunities for cultural visits to Maasai villages, enriching the overall experience with insights into local traditions and lifestyles.

When To Visit Serengeti

The dry season from June to October is ideal for wildlife viewing, especially the Great Migration.

Main Attractions

Key highlights include the Great Migration, the Big Five, Seronera Valley, and the Grumeti and Mara rivers.

Climate

The climate is generally warm with two rainy seasons: short rains from November to December and long rains from March to May.

Experience

Visitors can enjoy game drives, hot air balloon safaris, guided walks, and cultural visits to Maasai villages.

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When To Serengeti

The best time to visit Serengeti National Park is during the dry season from June to October, ideal for wildlife viewing and witnessing the Great Migration. The park experiences two rainy seasons: short rains in November and December, and long rains from March to May. The dry season offers excellent game viewing opportunities, while the wet season brings lush landscapes and migratory birds, making it perfect for birdwatching. Each season provides unique experiences and stunning scenery.

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Things To Do In Serengeti

Game Drives

Game Drives

Witness the Great Migration

Witness the Great Migration

Hot Air Balloon Safaris

Hot Air Balloon Safaris

 Walking Safaris

Walking Safaris

 Bird Watching

Bird Watching

 Cultural Visits

Cultural Visits

Photographic Safaris

Photographic Safaris

 Visit the Serengeti Visitor Center

Visit the Serengeti Visitor Center

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The Best Tanzania Safari Tours & Packages

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When To Visit Tanzania

Jan to Mar

Beaches, Calves, and Kilimanjaro Ascents

January brings ideal beach weather to Tanzania's coast and Zanzibar, perfect for enjoying soft sand and clear waters. February sees the start of the wildebeest calving season, with predators nearby. March offers excellent conditions for climbing Kilimanjaro, despite the onset of the long rains, which refresh the Ngorongoro Highlands and turn the landscape lush green.

AVG RAINFALL 101 mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 101 mm
MAX TEMP 32 ℃
MIN TEMP 24 ℃

April to May

Rainy Season and Migration Movements

April is the wettest month, featuring afternoon thundershowers and occasional big storms, particularly impacting the western and southern parks with high humidity. Despite the rain, accommodations offer great value. By late May, conditions start drying, coinciding with the Great Migration's move from the southern to the western Serengeti, heralding the approach of the dry season.

AVG RAINFALL 216 mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 12 Hours
MAX TEMP 30 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 22 ℃ /

June to Aug

Dry Season and Peak Wildlife Viewing

June marks the dry season, perfect for luxury safaris as savannahs shift from green to yellow, improving wildlife sightings. The Wildebeest Migration gathers at Grumeti River. In July and August, it reaches the Serengeti's north, preparing for the dramatic Mara River crossings, attracting tourists for exceptional wildlife encounters.

AVG RAINFALL 25mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 11 Hours
MAX TEMP 30 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 19 ℃ /

Sep to Oct

Fewer Crowds, Ideal Climbing Conditions

September's low humidity and fewer mosquitoes make it ideal for climbing Kilimanjaro and observing large elephant herds in Tarangire National Park, coinciding with the start of the fishing season. October brings early rains, enhancing conditions for climbing Mount Meru in Arusha National Park.

AVG RAINFALL 38mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 12 Hours
MAX TEMP 31 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 20 ℃ /

Nov to Dec

Rainy Season, Exceptional Wildlife Viewing

November offers sporadic thundershowers, yet remains an excellent month for safaris, especially in the northern parks and less-explored areas. December, amidst short rains, becomes a prime time for birdwatching with migratory birds arriving and the Great Migration returning to the southern Serengeti's lush plains.

AVG RAINFALL 115mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 12 Hours
MAX TEMP 32 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 23 ℃ /
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