Covering roughly five thousand seven hundred square miles, the Serengeti National Park is one of the most spectacular wildlife spots in Tanzania. Founded in 1952, the park is world-famous for its expansiveness, wildlife population and annual animal migrations. Book a gorgeous hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti to admire its stunning views!

Why Visit Serengeti National Park?

The Serengeti is an eco-system within its self. If you’re someone who is enthusiastic about nature, natural landscapes and animal life, this park is well worth a visit. Wish a diverse selection of big game and smaller animals as well an equally diverse landscape, the park offers a lifetime experience for those enthusiastic about nature.

The park also offers visitors other activities such as cultural and archeological visits and other recreational and sightseeing opportunities.

Park Geography

The Serengeti National Park is split up into three unique and distinct sections. The southern/central region offers vast planes, local foliage and an extravagant population of wildlife.

The western region consists of dense vegetation due to the presence of the Grumeti River. This is also an area where amphibious animals may be spotted.

Lastly, the lobo region connects with the neighboring Masai Mara reserve but is not commonly frequented unless upon request.

Animal Life and Sighting Opportunities

One of the things the park is most famous for is its breathtaking animal migrations that take place throughout the year. These massive migrations include herds of various hoofed animals including wilder beasts, zebras and gazelles to name a few.

These animals can be seen on the move or can be witnessed grazing on the planes by those visiting. The experience of witnessing animals on the move in large herds can be added to by opting for the balloon safari option offered by the park. Visitors may charter a hot air balloon for a breathtaking aerial view of the park and wildlife within.

Apart from this, game drives both during the day and at night offer visitors the chance to witness the beautiful local animal population immersed in their natural activities. Animals that are commonly seen on such drives include lions, leopards and elephants as well as many others.

Finally, those who really want to take in the surroundings may explore the region on foot as well as on horseback if needed!

Other Activities in Serengeti National Park

You may even opt for an aerial safari of the area and receive a bird’s eye view of the Serengeti below. Apart from this, those looking to learn more about the local culture may visit the parks culture center or even interact with the local Masai tribe through a guided visit to their village.

Finally, visiting the massive rock formations locally known as Moru Kopjes is a surreal and breathtaking experience worth considering. These boulders tell stories thousands of years old and some are even home to ancient rock paintings!

Logistical Details

One of the best things about Serengeti National Park is that there is no one ideal time to visit. The park offers lots to do pretty much all year round however the months of December to July as well as the following stretch of June to October are known to be ideal for animal watching.

Those looking to stay at the park also have access to numerous lodging options from camps within and close to the wild to more closed off rest centers and lodges offering all modern comforts and amenities. Visitors may witness awesome sunrises and sets while enjoying a meal overlooking the vast Serengeti region!