Serengeti National Park
National ParkFeatured DestinationUNESCO World HeritageBig Five

Serengeti National Park

Tanzania 14,763 km² (5,700 mi²) Est. 1951

About Serengeti National Park

The Serengeti National Park is Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destination and one of the most celebrated ecosystems on Earth. Spanning nearly 15,000 square kilometers of endless plains, woodlands, and riverine forests, it is home to the Great Migration — the largest mass movement of land animals on the planet, involving over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. The park supports an extraordinary diversity of wildlife, including all of the Big Five, large populations of cheetahs, and over 500 bird species. Its vast open landscapes provide unrivaled game viewing opportunities year-round, making it a bucket-list destination for safari enthusiasts from around the world.

5

Safari Tours

4.6

Avg Rating

5/5

Big Five

75

Years Protected

Highlights

  • Home to the Great Migration, one of nature's most spectacular events
  • Exceptional Big Five game viewing year-round
  • Vast wilderness with diverse ecosystems and habitats
  • World-class lodges and tented camps across the park
  • Excellent predator sightings including large lion prides and cheetahs

Considerations

  • High park fees and accommodation costs make it one of Africa's pricier safaris
  • Popular areas can feel crowded during peak migration season
  • Long driving distances between regions of the park
  • Roads can become impassable during heavy rains in April and May

Wildlife

Big Five Status

🦁

Lion

common

🐆

Leopard

occasional

🐘

Elephant

common

🦬

Buffalo

common

🦏

Rhino

very_rare

Notable Species

Lion

Common

Leopard

Occasional

Elephant

Common

Cape Buffalo

Common

Black Rhino

Present

Cheetah

Common

Giraffe

Common

Zebra

Common

Wildebeest

Common

Hippo

Common

Impala

Common

Thomson's Gazelle

Common

Grant's Gazelle

Common

Wild Dog

Rare

Hyena

Common

Fish Eagle

Occasional

Kori Bustard

Occasional

Lilac-breasted Roller

Common

Aardvark

Rare

Common Occasional Rare

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Peak Season Good Time Less Ideal

Climate Overview

Getting There

Most visitors fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK) and then take a connecting bush flight to one of several airstrips within the park. Overland drives from Arusha take approximately 7-8 hours via the Ngorongoro route.

Nearest Airport

Seronera Airstrip (SEU)

Nearest City

Arusha

Drive Time

8 hours

Serengeti National Park

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