Northern Circuit · Tanzania
Serengeti National Park
Endless plains. Extraordinary encounters.
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A closer look at Serengeti National Park
Across open grasslands, rocky kopjes and acacia woodland, the Serengeti offers a safari on an extraordinary scale. Lions, cheetahs and leopards share this landscape with large herds of grazing animals, making time spent exploring as rewarding as any single sighting.
The Great Migration moves through the wider ecosystem in response to rainfall and fresh grazing. Choosing the right part of the park matters: a camp suited to one season may be far from the herds in another. Allow several nights to explore without rushing.
What makes it special
Destination highlights
Watch for predators around the plains and rocky kopjes.
Explore different habitats on guided morning and afternoon game drives.
Follow the migration with a route tailored to your travel dates.
Explore your way
Things to do
Guided game drives and wildlife photography are the main experiences. Balloon safaris can be arranged where available as an optional extra.
Before you travel
Plan your visit
When to visit
Wildlife viewing is possible throughout the year. Migration locations and river crossings depend on rain and herd movements; select your region and camp around your dates rather than a guaranteed event.
Getting there & combining destinations
Reach the park by road through the Northern Circuit or by a domestic flight to an appropriate airstrip. Combine it with Ngorongoro and Tarangire for a varied journey.
Where to stay
Choose accommodation around your route, preferred comfort level and travel dates. We can help you compare suitable lodges and camps, check availability and balance time at this destination with the rest of your journey.
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