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Massive wildebeest herd migrating through thick
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Serengeti

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Serengeti National Park Safaris: the ultimate wildlife spectacle

Embark on an unrivalled journey across East Africa’s infinite plains — 14,750 km² of savannah, golden grasslands, and the greatest migration on Earth.

Plan Your Serengeti SafariSee the Migration Calendar
Areas to visit4 regionsCentral SerengetiBest timeJune – OctoberDry SeasonWhere to stay7 lodges & campsFour Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
1.5MWildebeest on the move
200KZebras alongside
800kmAnnual circular route
The Plains

An endless theatre of the wild

Few places on Earth evoke the raw spirit of wild Africa like the Serengeti. A UNESCO World Heritage Site of sweeping savannah and iconic acacia woodlands, it hosts the most magnificent wildlife migration on the planet — whether you dream of a heart-stopping river crossing or sundowners at a rim lodge.

“1.5M Wildebeest on the move.

Our expert guide helps you craft the expedition around what you actually want to see, when the herds will be there, and how you like to travel.

Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
The Great Migration

A year-round phenomenon

The headline attraction is a circular, continuous journey of over 1.5 million wildebeest, 200,000 zebras, and hundreds of thousands of gazelles chasing fertile grazing. It is not a single event, but an ongoing cycle of survival — and knowing where the herds are is critical to planning.

“200K Zebras alongside.
1.5MWildebeest on the move
200KZebras alongside
800kmAnnual circular route
Seasonality

Best time to visit

Dry SeasonGreen / Wet Season

The Serengeti is a year-round destination, but matching your travel window to your expectations is crucial. Two distinct seasons, two very different experiences.

Dry Season · June – October — Pristine wildlife viewing. As watering holes dry up, animals gather in dense concentrations around remaining water — sparse vegetation makes predators highly visible.

The Regions

Four wildernesses in one park

The park is massive, and each region offers unique landscapes, varying predator-to-prey ratios, and distinct luxury lodgings. Where you base yourself shapes the entire safari.

Central Serengeti region of the Serengeti 01
Seronera Valley

Central Serengeti

The predator capital of East Africa — lush valleys and rugged granite kopjes. Home to exceptional year-round resident wildlife, with the park’s highest concentration of leopards, cheetahs, and lion prides.

Leopard, cheetah & lion
Western Corridor region of the Serengeti 02
Grumeti & Mbalageti

Western Corridor

A narrow strip of valley running toward Lake Victoria, flanked by two rivers. Dense riverine forests, open black-clay plains, and massive resident pods of hippos and giant Nile crocodiles.

Hippo & Nile crocodile
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Kogatende

Northern Serengeti

A pristine, less-crowded wilderness of rolling hills and open woodlands. The premier base if your goal is a dramatic, multi-herd Mara River crossing during the dry season.

Mara River crossings
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Ndutu

Southern Plains

An endless vista of short-grass plains, virtually devoid of trees. Spectacular during the green season when the migration settles here, blanketing the plains with millions of animals.

Calving & green season
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Where to stay

Recommended accommodation

Where you sleep shapes the safari. These are the Serengeti camps and lodges we book — from public campsites to luxury lodges — matched to your budget, your route and the season.

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti — Central Serengeti 01Luxury

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Central Serengeti
Sayari Camp — Northern Serengeti 02Luxury

Sayari Camp

Northern Serengeti
Serengeti Heritage Luxury Camp — Serengeti 03Mid-range

Serengeti Heritage Luxury Camp

Serengeti
Kogatende Tented Camp — Northern Serengeti 04Mid-range

Kogatende Tented Camp

Northern Serengeti
Nyani Campsite — Central Serengeti 05Budget

Nyani Campsite

Central Serengeti
Seronera Public Campsite — Central Serengeti 06Budget

Seronera Public Campsite

Central Serengeti
Lobo Public Campsite — Northern Serengeti 07Budget

Lobo Public Campsite

Northern Serengeti
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Getting there

How to reach Serengeti

Approximate travel times for planning. Every Active Wonders safari includes your transfers — we meet you on arrival and handle each connection.

By air

Fly from Arusha

approx. 1–1.5 hrs

Daily flights to Seronera (central), Kogatende (north) and other airstrips.

By road

Drive from Arusha

approx. 7–8 hrs

About 325 km via Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro highlands — a game drive on the way.

Experiences

Things to do in Serengeti

Hover or tap an experience to see it — every one can be added to your itinerary.

Game drives in Serengeti 01

Game drives

Big cats, the Great Migration herds and river crossings in season.

Hot air balloon in Serengeti 02

Hot air balloon

A sunrise flight over the plains, followed by a bush breakfast.

Walking safaris in Serengeti 03

Walking safaris

Guided walks in selected areas with an armed ranger.

Maasai visits in Serengeti 04

Maasai visits

Visit a Maasai boma on the park's edges or in the Ngorongoro highlands.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

We recommend a minimum of 3 to 4 days to fully explore the Serengeti. Because the park is immense, it takes time to transit between regions — from the central valley to the northern river zones. A 4-day stay lets you experience multiple biomes without feeling rushed.

Yes — the Serengeti is one of the rare places to observe all of the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, African Elephant, Black Rhino, and Cape Buffalo) in their natural habitat. Lions and leopards are commonly spotted, while the endangered black rhino is mostly resident around the Moru Kopjes in the south-central park.

An organised Serengeti safari is incredibly safe. Professional guides are highly trained in wildlife behaviour, park safety rules, and off-road navigation. Lodges and camps feature 24/7 security (such as Maasai askaris) to keep animals a safe distance from guest quarters.

Permanent lodges are built on solid foundations with extensive amenities — plunge pools, spas, fine dining, expansive decks. Mobile tented camps are luxurious canvas tents that move two to three times a year to follow the migration, placing you directly in the middle of the action with high-end comforts like plush beds and hot bucket showers.

Combine it with

Nearby parks

The destinations our guests most often pair with Serengeti — closest first.

Ngorongoro Northern CircuitNgorongoroOn the way in or out Lake Manyara Northern CircuitLake ManyaraTree-climbing lions Tarangire Northern CircuitTarangireElephant herds
Itineraries

Looking for inspiration?

Private itineraries our guests book that include Serengeti — starting points we refine around your dates, pace and budget.

7-Day Tanzania Safari
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7-Day Tanzania Safari

Visits Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara — private, and shaped around your dates and budget.

  • Private safari
  • Private · 2+ guests
  • Price on request
  • 7 days
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9-Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari
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9-Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari

Visits Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire — private, and shaped around your dates and budget.

  • Two-country safari
  • Private · 2+ guests
  • Price on request
  • 9 days
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7-Day Tanzania Family Safari
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7-Day Tanzania Family Safari

Visits Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Materuni Waterfalls — private, and shaped around your dates and budget.

  • Family safari
  • Private · 2+ guests
  • Price on request
  • 7 days
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8-Day Tanzania Safari
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8-Day Tanzania Safari

Visits Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater — private, and shaped around your dates and budget.

  • Private safari
  • Private · 2+ guests
  • Price on request
  • 8 days
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