The Serengeti National Park is a large national park in northern Tanzania that stretches over 14,763 km2 (5,700 sq mi). It is located in eastern Mara Region and northeastern Simiyu Region and contains over 1.5 million ha (3.7 million acres) of virgin savanna. The park was established in 1940.
The Serengeti is well known for the largest annual animal migration in the world of over 1.5 million blue wildebeest and 250,000 zebras along with smaller herds of Thomson’s gazelle and eland. The national park is also home to the largest lion population in Africa. It is under threat from deforestation, population growth, poaching, and ranching.
Activities
Game Drives:
Witness the Great Migration: The most famous event in the Serengeti, the Great Migration sees millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the plains in search of fresh grazing. Game drives are the best way to witness this incredible spectacle.
Spot the Big Five: The Serengeti is home to all of Africa’s Big Five animals: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinoceroses, and buffaloes. Embark on a game drive to try and spot these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.
Hot Air Balloon Safaris: Soar above the Serengeti: For a truly unique perspective of the park, take a hot air balloon safari. You’ll float silently over the plains, enjoying breathtaking views of the landscape and wildlife below.
Walking Safaris: Walking safaris offer a more intimate experience with the Serengeti. You’ll be able to get up close to the smaller creatures and learn about the delicate balance of the ecosystem.
Visit the Serengeti Visitor Center: Learn about the history and ecology of the park at the visitor center.
Explore Olduvai Gorge: This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a paleoanthropological site where some of the earliest human remains have been found.
Visit the Maasai people: Learn about the culture and traditions of the Maasai people, who have lived in the Serengeti for centuries.
Go bird watching: The Serengeti is home to over 500 species of birds, making it a birder’s paradise.
