Best Safari highlights in Serengeti National Park

Best Safari highlights in Serengeti National Park : Serengeti national park is located in northern Tanzania, is one of Africa’s most iconic and breathtaking wildlife reserves, spanning over 14,763 square kilometers of wilderness. The Serengeti lies in the northwestern part of the country continues to Kenya in what is referred to as the Maasai mara national reserve. It is the oldest national park in Tanzania and is what draws most tourists to the country.

This colorful landscape, dubbed the ‘’Endless plains’’ is a home to the Great Migration, one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife spectacles, were millions of wildebeests, zebras, Thomson’s gazelles in search of greener pastures

To witness the wildebeest migration

One of the most incredible experiences during a Tanzania safari at Serengeti National Park is witnessing the Great Wildebeest Migration. This event which normally happens every year between the months of June to October which involves over 1.5 million wildebeests and thousands of Zebras migrating from the southern parts of Serengeti National Park plains and Ngorongoro crater to the southern parts of Masai Mara National Park in Kenya to search for fresh pastures. As you watch this spectacular event unfold, you’ll see not only the wildebeests, zebras and gazelle. You can also expect to see the Big Five, and one of the world’s densest concentrations of predators, including hyenas, cheetahs, and leopards. The forested vegetation along the park’s rivers attracts hippos and crocodiles, while giraffes, elephants and a variety of antelopes can be seen throughout the year

Game drives

Embarking on an exciting game drives adventure is another highlight of Tanzania safari in Serengeti national park. the park is a best destination for encounter with the Big 5 aniams such as lions, buffalos, leopards, rhino and elephants as well as wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, hyenas, cheetah. These safari game drives are done in all sections of the park, but most prominently in the Seronera valley, with the highest concentration of animals. Game drive here can be done in three different times of the day in which you can choose from morning, afternoon or evening.

During your game drive safari, you’ll have the chance to see variety of these wildlife species roaming in their natural habitat including the opportunity to sights different colorful bird species. This remarkable park is also famous for the annual wildebeest migration, a spectacular event that sees millions of animals moving across the plains in search of greener pastures. This remarkable event happens every year between the months of June to October which involves over 1.5 million wildebeests and thousands of Zebras migrating from the southern parts of Serengeti National Park plains and Ngorongoro crater to the southern parts of Masai Mara National Park in Kenya and back to Serengeti National Park.

Visiting Ngorongoro crater

A visit to Serengeti national park is incomplete without visiting the Ngorongoro crater. The Ngorongoro crater is a famous tourist attraction which is located in the northern part of Tanzania and is referred to as the world’s largest inactive volcanic caldera. The crater is home to a high density of wild animals including lions, elephants and wildebeest and rhinos. Ngorongoro crater is one of the few places in Tanzania where you can see black rhinos in the wild and its home to a variety of endangered and vulnerable species.

Hot air balloon safaris

Hot air balloon safaris in Serengeti National Park offers a breathtaking way to see the vastness of the Masai Mara above the air. To make the most of this adventure, you’ll want to rise and catch the sunrise while floating gently above the landscape. You’ll drift through the sky, you’ll feel a unique sense of connection to nature, surrounded by the beauty of the endless plains below. You will also have the chance to see herds of wildebeest roam the vast grassland and the big five patiently waiting to pounce on their prey. Its a remarkable experience to soar over the Serengeti, and it cap it off, consider celebrating while a toast of wine admist the stunning views. Hot Air Balloon Safaris in Serengeti national park is operated by experts and are available each day for visitors to experience during a visit to this remarkable park. To fully enjoy the wonders of the Serengeti national park, its important to choose a reputable tour operator who can enhance your experience with excellent services.

Bird watching

Serengeti National Park isn’t just for big game; it’s a paradise for bird lovers too. With over 500 species of birds, birding in Serengeti national park to look out for a number of bird species including the endemic birds and other species like White-faced Whistling-Duck, African Pygmy-Goose, Red-billed Duck, Fulvous Whistling-Duck, Knob-billed Duck, Egyptian Goose, Spur-winged Goose, Garganey, Hottentot Teal, Northern Shoveler, Eurasian Wigeon, and Yellow-billed Duck Cape Teal, Northern Pintail, African Black Duck, Eurasian Teal, Southern Pilchard and maccoa duck, common ostrich, greater flamingo and lesser flamingo, helmeted Guinea fowl and crested Guinea fowl, harlequin Quail, Scaly Francolin, Crested Francolin, Yellow-necked Francolin, Gray-breasted Francolin, Hildebrandt’s Francolin, Red-necked Francolin, Coqui Francolin, Red-winged Francolin and Shelley’s Francolin, chestnut-banded plover wattled lapwing, Caspian plover, Kittlitz’s plover, brown-chested lapwing. Birding in Serengeti National Park can be done throughout the year however, the best time to visit Serengeti bird watching safari is during the period of November to April to spot both migratory and resident bird species.

Cultural visit

A trip to the Serengeti isn’t complete without experiencing the local culture. Nearby communities offer a chance to learn about traditional Maasai life. You can visit a Maasai village to see how they build their homes, eat traditional food, and hear their stories. Engaging with the locals is a unique way to appreciate the rich culture that thrives alongside the natural beauty of the park. You might even get the chance to join in local dances or ceremonies, making your visit even more memorable.