Serengeti National Park Safaris & Tours
Home of the Great Migration, big cats on every horizon and Tanzania’s most famous plains.
About Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti is the classic African safari. Its open grasslands, rocky kopjes and riverine woodland hold one of the largest concentrations of wildlife on earth, including lion, leopard, cheetah and huge herds of wildebeest and zebra.
Every year around 1.5 million wildebeest and hundreds of thousands of zebra move in a great circle through the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing. Where they are depends on the month, so our guides plan your route and camp to put you close to the action.
Good to know
- Central Serengeti (Seronera) has great game all year
- Calving season in Ndutu and the southern plains runs roughly January–March
- River crossings at the Mara River are usually July–October
- Hot-air balloon flights at sunrise can be added
Highlights
The Great Migration
Follow the herds from the southern calving plains to the dramatic river crossings in the north.
Big cat country
Seronera and the kopjes are among the best places in Africa to see lion, leopard and cheetah.
Balloon safaris
Float over the plains at sunrise, then enjoy a bush breakfast on landing.
Fly-in options
Short flights from Arusha or Zanzibar save long drives and leave more time on game drives.
Best time to visit
Dry season. Easy game viewing, migration in the west and north, river crossings from July.
Calving season in Ndutu and the south. Green plains, newborn wildebeest and many predators.
Long rains. Fewer visitors, lush scenery and good lodge rates; some roads can be muddy.
Short rains. Herds move south again and the plains turn green.
Serengeti safaris and tours
Hand-picked trips that include Serengeti National Park. Every trip can be tailored to your dates, budget and travel style.
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need in the Serengeti?
We recommend at least two nights inside the park. Three or four nights let you explore more than one area and follow the migration properly.
When is the best time to see the Great Migration?
January to March for calving in the south, June–July for the western corridor, and July to October for the Mara River crossings in the north.
Can I combine the Serengeti with Ngorongoro Crater?
Yes. Ngorongoro is on the road between Arusha and the Serengeti, so most of our Serengeti safaris include a crater game drive.