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Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park is Tanzania's most iconic safari destination and one of the world's greatest wildlife sanctuaries. Covering approximately 14,750 km², the Serengeti is renowned for its vast plains, extraordinary w

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About Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park is Tanzania's most iconic safari destination and one of the world's greatest wildlife sanctuaries. Covering approximately 14,750 km², the Serengeti is renowned for its vast plains, extraordinary wildlife concentrations, and the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa.

Destination Highlights

  • Why Visit Serengeti National Park?
  • Signature Activities
  • Best Time to Visit and How to Get There
  • Interesting Facts

Activities Available

Game Drives
Walking Safaris
Cultural Tours
Photography
Bird Watching
Hiking & Trekking
Camping
Research & Education
Boat Excursions

Why Visit Serengeti National Park?

  • Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration

  • Home to the Big Five

  • Exceptional year-round wildlife viewing

  • One of Africa's most famous safari destinations

  • Endless savannah landscapes and breathtaking sunsets

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site

Signature Activities

  • Game drives

  • Great Migration safaris

  • Hot air balloon safaris

  • Photographic safaris

  • Luxury tented camp experiences

  • Birdwatching

  • Cultural visits to Maasai communities

  • walking safaris

Best Time to Visit and How to Get There

December – March: Calving season in the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu.

June – October: Peak wildlife viewing and migration river crossings.

Year-round: Excellent safari destination with abundant wildlife throughout the year.

Getting There

  • Accessible by scheduled and charter flights from Arusha, Zanzibar, and other major destinations.

  • Approximately 7–8 hours by road from Arusha.

Interesting Facts

  • Covers approximately 14,750 km².

  • Hosts over 1.5 million wildebeest during the annual migration.

  • Supports one of Africa's largest lion populations.

  • Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981.

  • The name "Serengeti" originates from the Maasai word "Siringet," meaning "endless plains."

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Deluxe Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari with Balloon Safari

Deluxe Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari with Balloon Safari

Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

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From $3244 / person

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Key Attractions

Why Visit Serengeti National Park?

Why Visit Serengeti National Park?

Witness the Great Wildebeest MigrationHome to the Big F

Signature Activities

Signature Activities

Game drivesGreat Migration safarisHot air balloon safar

Best Time to Visit and How to Get There

Best Time to Visit and How to Get There

December – March: Calving season in the Southern Sereng

Interesting Facts

Interesting Facts

Covers approximately 14,750 km².Hosts over 1.5 million

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