Serengeti National Park safaris, tours & holiday packages
Place of the Great Wildebeest Migration
Abundant game in this World Heritage Site makes it a must-see for anyone interested in the natural world
Serengeti is arguably the world's most famous national park – for good reason. This is where the Great Wildebeest Migration takes place each year and where some 3 000 lions and 1 000 leopards control the 15 000 square kilometres of plains and savannah woodland. This unique ecosystem is the only place on earth that can sustain the wildebeest migration, where an annual population explosion of up to 8 000 ungulates are born every day. Here, the circle of life and the survival of the fittest are followed with passionate interest by safari operators, journalists, photographers and other visitors year after year.
Popular Serengeti National Park safaris
These popular itineraries can be customised to match your budget and travel dates
East Africa big cat safari
This safari to the Serengeti and Masai Mara in East Africa is all about big cats – lots of them and up close for outstanding photographs
$ 7,735
£ 5,947
R 110,647
€ 6,729
per person
10 daysTanzania June/July 2019 Great Migration safari (Best for budget)
Explore the wonder of the great wildebeest migration from the best Tanzania has to offer
$ 5,770
£ 4,436
R 82,538
€ 5,019
per person
9 daysLate January to end March 2019 Calving Season (Value-for-money)
Travelling to Tanzania during the calving season is a sight to behold and something unique to the region
$ 6,300
£ 4,844
R 90,120
€ 5,480
per person
8 daysThe complete East Africa experience
Enjoy East Africa's most celebrated highlights, from a snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, to sailing above the Serengeti in a hot-air balloon and meeting mountain gorillas
Price on Request
per person
13 daysThe Migration - calving season January to March
This four-in-one calving season safari includes not only the Serengeti, but Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorogoro Crater
$ 7,985
£ 6,140
R 114,223
€ 6,946
per person
11 days2019 Tanzania August to October Great Migration safari (Best for budget)
The wildebeest migration, is one of the “Seven New Wonder of the World” and also known as The World Cup of Wildlife. If there is a safari you should go on, this has to be it!
$ 7,250
£ 5,574
R 103,709
€ 6,307
per person
9 daysWet season Tanzania - best value migration safari
From Lake Manyara to the Ngorogoro Crater and the Serengeti, this Tanzania safari offers real value and shows off the burgeoning green world of Tanzania's rainy season migration
$ 6,525
£ 5,017
R 93,338
€ 5,676
per person
8 daysTanzania June/July Great Migration safari with HerdTracker
Explore the wonder of the great wildebeest migration from the best Tanzania has to offer
$ 5,720
£ 4,398
R 81,823
€ 4,976
per person
9 daysHerdTracker August to October 2019 Wildebeest Migration safari (Value-for-money)
This is the stage on which the greatest wildlife show on earth and plays out, as it is by far the greatest mass movement of land mammals on the entire globe.
$ 7,450
£ 5,728
R 106,570
€ 6,481
per person
8 daysAffordable Ngorongoro & Serengeti Safari
We're offering our guests the chance to explore two world-famous destinations in under a week
$ 4,260
£ 3,275
R 60,938
€ 3,706
per person
6 days
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Introduction
The Serengeti is a Unesco World Heritage Site and one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World. Factors such as rainfall, temperature, topography, geology and soils create a wide variety of habitats, which in turn allow for an abundance of game. The combination of volcanic soils and the ecological impact of the migration – famous for its large numbers – results in one of the most productive ecosystems on earth, sustaining the largest number of ungulates and the highest concentration of large predators in the world. The Serengeti has the space that is lacking in the Masai Mara, which is why it's so important in the conservation of the Serengeti/Mara ecosystem. The Serengeti is more than three times the size of the Masai Mara and if the surrounding reserves of Maswa and Ngorongoro to the south, Ikorongo and Grumeti to the west, and Loliondo to the east are included, there are almost 35 000 square kilometres of Serengeti ecosystem conservation.
Know before you go
This miraculous natural area has aptly been placed as one of the seven natural wonders of Africa along with The Nile River of Egypt, Sahara Desert (traverses 11 countries) and the Okavango Delta of Botswana.
Nonresident adults (16 year and above) pay US$ 60, non-resident children inside the park (Between age of 5-16) – US$ 20. Nonresident Students will pay – US$ 20. Children below the age of 5 get in free.
This is widely believed to be one of the most affordable fees for a national park of this magnitude in East Africa.
When to go
There is no set time to visit the Serengeti although many might say that it might be a good idea to avoid the rainy season as the density of it can become taxing this is around April till May. Different times of year will offer different experiences so do your research beforehand on what you wish to experience and this will obviously coincide with how long you wish to stay in Tanzania for.
What to pack
Make sure you take a bag which also has enough space to fit food and drinks for your game drives.
Insect repellent
Toiletries
Make sure you bring clothing that suits the hot and dry climate, t-shirts are a must and clothes which can dry easily will also come in handy, also make sure you pack a long sleeve shirt and a wide brimmed hat, also malaria medication can make individuals hypersensitive to the sun, so bare this in mind.
Also make sure you pack at least one or two warm items. Mornings, evenings and nightimes can get a bit chilly.
Binoculars
Sunscreen
Camera equipment with spare SD cards and batteries.
Also have a look at this other article published on our blog section about what to pack on a luxury safari.
Weather and Climate
The climate of the Serengeti is mostly a hot and dry climate with temperatures ranging from roughly 15 degrees to 25 degrees Celsius. They do however have 2 different times of year when there is rainfall the less lengthy wet season is from around November to January and the longer rainy season is from around March to May where it’s believed that torrential downpours can last for as long as a full day. So it’s best to make provisions for this if you are planning visiting in the rainy season.
Safari / Holiday Styles
Game drives
Luxury camp based holidays
Cultural tours at a Maasai Village
Short flights for aerial views of the Serengeti
Track the great wildebeest migration (the world cup of natural wildlife happenings)
Walking safaris
Where to stay
The Serengeti has a host of luxury camps and lodges to suit all tastes get ready for extra special pampering at one of the highlights of the game viewing world.
The Serengeti really does have it all. Just call one of consultants who will assist you in every way, making sure all your wants and needs are met on the perfect African adventure.
Serengeti National Park Map
Serengeti National Park's location on Google Maps
Frequently Asked Questions about Serengeti National Park
Before heading out for a Namibia safari, it’s important to receive a few key vaccinations. The World Health Organization and Centre for Disease Control recommend the following vaccines. Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Hepatitis B, Rabies, Yellow… go there.
June to October is the best time to visit Namibia - wildlife viewing in the dry season is the best in all national parks, especially in Etosha National Park. The newborn animals are also born in summer. go there.
The wildebeest migration calving season generally starts in February. During this time, the migratory herds will give birth to newborn calves. Predators such as lion, leopard and cheetah will move into the southern Serengeti to take… go there.
Botswana: Electric plug M 230V and 50Hz Kenya: Electric plug G 240V and 50Hz Malawi: Electrical plug G 230V and 50Hz Mauritius: Electrical plug C & G, 230V and 50Hz Mozambique: Electrical plug C,F,M, 220V and 50Hz Namibia: Electric plug… go there.
Northern Tanzania! Ngorongoro Crater, a World Heritage Site, has some of the greatest concentrations of wildlife in the world as well as the Serengeti, but don't forget about the southern circuit. go there.
Whether you are in the Southern or East Africa you will generally be able to see the big five. The difference really comes in when considering antelope as they are based on your chosen location. go there.
This is all dependant on the countries that you will be visitng and due to the status of certain vaccinations changing at times, please consult our experts before getting vaccines. go there.
In some parts of Southern Africa it is safe to drink the tap water, however it is highly recommended to stick to bottled water (mostly supplied) during your trip as even drinkable African water is completely different in taste and… go there.
Reviews on our Serengeti National Park safaris
Discover Africa and Carel has put in such an effort for us to experience the annual wildebeest migration, meticulous planning and accurate predictions with logical and the best accommodation options both sides of the Mara River guaranteed us…
Jates and Hil Oettle
from South Africa
Traveling with a large group is generally a challenge but the level of detail of planning and consistency in execution made this one of the most memorable family vacation ever. The personal touches to ensure not only dietary needs were met…
Planned and executed well to the last detail
from Tanzania
All details were covered, all staff and food excellent, service was perfect - would highly recommend for sure.
Ron
from United States of America
Our service from Carel at Discover Africa was outstanding. His recommendations on the timing of our trip, the lodges we should book, communication and overall assistance ensured that our trip went off very smoothly and that we were in the…
Patti Legg
from South Africa
Reliable and helpful, excellent service...everything was in line with our expectations! We had a great time in South Africa, Namibia and Botswana!
Valentina & Stefano
from South Africa
Excellent combination of calling to chat about plans and details, followed up with emailing of detailed information. Made all arrangements easy for us from the actual booking to payment procedures, exchange rate recommendations, visa advice,…
Saldrix
from South Africa
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