Serengeti National Park is a world heritage conservation center for all kinds of wild species you may dream of seeing in Tanzania. Serengeti National Park was one of British colonial establishments in the early 1900’s. However, this land covered by Serengeti np was originally inhabited by the Maasai people. These Masaai Peopls also gave it the name “Serengeti ‘to mean the boundless grasslands of the place.

Animals in Serengeti National Park Tanzania

Serengeti Tanzanija has a variety of animals which you must see in any of your Serengeti safari tours. Animals in Serengeti Tanzania include:

• The herbivores (wildebeests, zebras, elephants and giraffes)
• Carnivores (lions, leopards and spotted hyenas)
• Marine animals (waterbuck, rhinos and Nile crocodiles)
• Lastly, bird species in Tanzania (kori bustard, grey-backed fiscal and many others).

The endless golden plains of Serengeti np are located in the north-central parts of Tanzania around the Mara region. The Mara Region is shared between Kenya and Tanzania. The location of Serengeti National Park is one of the factors that favors the Tanzania migration safari event that happens in months of June to October  in some parts of the Serengeti Tanzania region.

The diverse floral species of Serengeti NP from the golden grasslands to the scattered acacia trees provide suitable hiding shelters for the hunted (prey). Also, they act as open hunting grounds for the predators. The herbivores also delight in the infinite grasslands of the Serengeti Tanzanija plains. And also, water sources that flow through the rocky grounds of the Serengeti attract more wild species especially the birds. Below is the Serengeti National Park Map.

Serengeti National Park Map

Want to have trips to the Serengeti? You should consider the climate and best time to visit Serengeti in Tanzania for your Serengeti safari holidays. The climate of Serengeti changes throughout the year and this affects the behaviors of the wild animals and their movement patterns. The long dry season in Serengeti from early June to October is the best time to visit to Serengeti National Park. This is because most of the wild species can be sighted easily either at the water sources or in the less dense grasslands of Serengeti Tanzania.

The temperatures are also cooler in this season and this is why most visitors find it more suitable to. The great wildebeest migration movements in Serengeti also collides with this period of time. Here, wildebeests start crossing to the Mara region of Kenya in the Maasai mara reserve.

The rainy season in Tanzania also has two periods. Note that this is also the worst time to visit Serengeti. The first one which is the longest goes from early March to May. Then the other goes from November to December and this period attracts more bird species. Although less people come during this period because of the poor road conditions. Hence, makes it hard to access some game viewing locations in the Serengeti.

During this rainy season in Serengeti, Serengeti Mara Safari offers way cheap safari holidays during this time of the year. In addition, this is because they are competing for the few available customers in Serengeti National Park Tanzania. Unlike in the dry season where the Serengeti safari tour packages and accommodations are competed for by the visitors. And also the high demand raises the prices of the Serengeti tour packages in Tanzania.

The wildebeests are unique wild animals that can sense and track down the better conditions for their survival and sustainability using their special abilities. In between January to march, the southern plains around the ndutu region act as the breeding grounds of the wildebeests. The southern plains provide the optimum conditions for the calving of the wildebeests because they are saturated by nutrients and the water sources availability such as the Ndutu lake offer sufficient water provision to the wildebeests.

1. The Great Migration Serengeti safari

At the start of May, the great wildebeest migration in Serengeti begins with movements towards the Grumeti river. Additionally, from early July to early October, this East Africa great migration continues through the Mara river to Maasai Mara Kenya. Then between late October to early December they leave the Maasai  Mara National Reserve and make their way back to the Serengeti np. Moving in large groups is so advantageous to the wildebeests because  this increases the chances of  fighting back when attacked. And cooperation with other animals such as the zebras enables proficiency when finding the water and food resources.

2.The big five in Serengeti Tanzania

Lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalos and elephants are part of the conserved eco-systems in Serengeti Tanzanija. So, these Tanzania big five safari animals are part of the common sightings in the park. The lions are usually spotted either in prides socializing or on a hunt. The lions showcase a lot of power and masculinity in the Savannah by marking their territorial habitats that no other animal that is not of their kind should be seen roaming in that space.

Leopards also are part of the predatory group in the Serengeti Tanzanija and they are normally spotted at the elevated spaces. These include tree branches or the Moru kopjes either resting or looking around for their prey. Rhinos, buffaloes and elephants are herbivores. Hence, they are normally seen near water sources or the grazing areas in Serengeti Tanzania.

3. Moru kopjes

Moru Kopjes are unique granite attractions  in rocky form that are found in the central parts of the Serengeti. Moru Kopjes are usually dominant  with big numbers of lions found lying or the top finding shelter and  enjoying  sunbathing. The ancestors of the Maasai people who were basically youth warriors also painted the rocks with art designs. Therefore, they are of a significance to the Maasai people of today. They are also a home for other wild species such as the black rhino and renowned wildebeests in the Serengeti.

4. The Grumeti River

Grumeti River this is one of the rivers where travelers can witness the Tanzania migration safari. This is because Grumeti river situated in the western corridor. So this is where the large herds of zebras, impalas and wildebeests pass during their Africa migration safari between the Africa great migration dates of June to October.

5. Mara River in the Serengeti

Mara river is said to be the life of the wild animals in Serengeti np. However, it’s sometimes leads to the death of some of them most especially the wildebeests. These have to cross the predator habituated waters during their movement in search of better weather conditions. Also, enriched  spaces where they can mate and live peacefully.

6. Retima hippo pool

Retima Hippo Pool is a territorial marking of the dominant species in Serengeti Africa. Retima is part of the regions in Serengeti Tanzania where you can find variety of hippos.

7. Seronera Valley in Serengeti np Tanzania

Seronera Valley is one of regions with the Seronera airstrip where people can enjoy maximum game viewing of wild animals such as lions in prides and elephants in large numbers.

Want to do a trip to Serengeti National Park? Well, our safari experts from Serengeti Masai Mara present to you the top Tanzania Safari experiences in the Serengeti.

• Hot air balloon Serengeti safari; Travelers use the hot air balloon for game viewing in Serengeti Africa. The aerial view of wildlife in hot air balloons especially the great wildebeest migration is one of the unforgettable moments of touring the Serengeti.
• Game drive experience in Serengeti np; Each Tanzania safari Serengeti game drive defeats one’s expectations as it unveils new hidden marvels of the Tanzanian Savannah.
• Great wildebeest migration in Serengeti; Witness the river crossings at the banks of the Mara River in Serengeti Africa. And also catch the predator-prey chases during the African wildebeest migration in Serengeti.
• Visit Serengeti and see the hadzabe or Maasai communities; Each of these communities offers interesting discoveries to the visitors. For example the Maasai showcase their art and craft designs as the hadzabe people exhibit their hunting skills.
• Tracking down the big five in Serengeti Tanzania; With the help of your Serengeti Masai Mara safari guide and rangers you, can get to view the lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalos in Serengeti Tanzanija.

For one to get to Serengeti Park in Tanzania, you can either use the road or air transport. The choice of which means to use depends on your budget and preference. Visitors of Serengeti from either Kilimanjaro international Airport or Arusha airport can opt to take a charter flight to Serengeti or book a rental car to the park. The car rentals in Tanzania normally go for about 20$-45$ per day according to the kind of car one is to take. Note that, airport tranfers and transportation are part of the Serengeti trip cost for our Serengeti all inclusive packages. However would advise the use of safari vehicles for road transportation to Serengeti Np because they’re the best applicable means to travel to the park.

In addition, these vehicles are part of the Serengeti safari holiday packages provided by Serengeti Masai Mara. The road distance from Arusha Airport to the Serengeti takes about 6 to 8 hours. And by use of a small plane takes about 45 minutes.

From Kilimanjaro airport to Serengeti Tanzania by road it takes about 5-6 hours and by air it takes 1 to2 hours. The flight cost from Kilimanjaro airport to Serengeti is usually 400$-430$ according to landing airstrip in Serengeti National Park. However, from Arusha Airport to Serengeti np, it  is from  460$-500$.

1. Seronera airstrip

The astonishing aerial perspective that this Seronera airstrip offers is way beyond like the lions that are seen going through the landscape. Seronera Airstrip is also near luxury Serengeti lodges such as the Seronera lodge and Four Seasons safari lodge Serengeti Tanzania. You can get Seronera fly in safari packages from a 1 day fly in to the days you want with Serengeti Masai Mara company.

2. Lobo airstrip

In the northern region of Serengeti Africa is one of the fly in and getaway airstrips in Serengeti called Lobo Airstrip. Lobo Airstrip has flight ticket fees vary with season and usually start from 300$ and above.

3. Kogatende Airstrip

Kogatende Airstrip is situated in the northern Serengeti np region. It is one of the airstrips in the Serengeti that is located along the Africa migration safari route. Therefore, travelers are able to see variety of wild species such as the wildebeests, elephant herds and many more. Some of the landings places from Kogantende airstrip are Arusha, Dar- el saalam, Manyara, Ndutu and Zanzibar.

4. Lamai Airstrip

Lamai Airstrip is also unique because it’s situated  in proximity to the Kopjes. These Kopjes are a home to numerous numbers of lions. Domestic flights if Lamai Airstrip in Serengeti Tanzanija usually range from about $292 going upwards. Also, planes from this landing site connect to Dare salaam, Seronera and Zanzibar and vice versa.

5. Ndutu airstrip

Ndutu airstrip offers the aerial view perspective of the Ndutu lake as is located in the southern parts of the Serengeti National Park Tanzania. So, this is an advantageous location in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area because of the wildebeests settlements around this area. Flight transfers from Ndutu airstrip in Serengeti np Tanzania usually go to Arusha, Kilimanjaro, and Manyara.

Note; One of the essentials needed for the people above the age of 18 years to enter Serengeti Tanzanija is an identity card for the country they reside in. Alternatively, even a passport is considered as proof of identity so, also allowed.

Below are the of the entrance gates to Serengeti national park Tanzania.

Naabi hill gate.

This is one of the gates in the Serengeti with a diverse wildlife sanctuary including the wildebeests migration in Tanzania. Also, the gate that’s also in proximity to the Ngorongoro conservation area and it is situated in the eastern parts of Serengeti Africa. Accommodations near this gate include, the Mbugani camps, Chaka camp and many others. Naabi gate is also sometimes used by people that want to access the Ngorongoro conservation Area. Hence entrance fees for both Tanzania National Parks is received at this gate.

Ndabaka gate.

Ndabaka gate is at the western region of the Serengeti park. This park is in close proximity with Serengeti lodges and camps such as Serengeti Sopa lodge, Singita Faru Faru camp and Ndabaka campsite. In addition, Ndabaka gate is near Mwanza town.

Bolongoja gate.

Bolongoja gate is the best gate for those coming from Masai Mara national reserve to easily access. It is near the border line between Kenya and Tanzania and it is in the Northern area of the Serengeti national park. Bolongoja gate also offers a good spotting view for the wildebeest as they cross through the Mara River. This happens between great migration Africa months of October to November. Some of the camps near Bolongoja gate are Serengeti Sametu, Seronera wildlife lodge and Taasa lodge.

Klein’s gate.

Klein’s gate is another gate of the Serengeti located in the northern parts of the park. It has numerous wildlife such herds of elephants and many more and unlike other gates this one is less crowded. Some of the camps near this Klein’s gate are andBeyond Klein’s camp and Four seasons safari lodge Serengeti Tanzania

Handajega gate.

Handajega gate is also one of the gates that is less crowded and because it’s near the Grumeti game reserve. Visitors are able to enjoy the wildlife experiences such as the great Tanzania migration safari.

• While on your Serengeti safari trips game drives, you are meant to keep a distance from the animals.
• Do not be tempted to make unnecessary noises or feed the animals in order not to disturb their normal behavior.
• Dumping of rubbish carelessly is not also allowed in Serengeti np Tanzania as it can affect the well-being of the wild animals.
• Use of harmful substances like cigarettes in the Serengeti park is also prohibited.
• On trips to the serengeti, visitors should stay on authorized pathways for their safety in Serengeti National Park.