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Reasons for Visiting Serengeti National Park?

Serengeti National Park is ranked as one of the top safari destinations in the Republic of Tanzania. The national park is located in the northern part of Tanzania, and it is situated on land stretching over 14,750 square kilometres. This national park shares borders with Maasai Mara National Park, which is Kenya’s most famous national park in the north.

Serengeti National Park was established in 1951, and it is known as the oldest national park in the country, filled with numerous attractions, which makes the national park a famous destination in the world. Serengeti National Park is just one of the safari destinations that sightseers on a trip to Tanzania should visit.

B are some of the things to learn about the great Serengeti. As you travel around the national park, below are some of the things you should be aware of as you visit the national park, and these are the following;

Climate of Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

For those who may wish to know about the climate of Serengeti National Park, Serengeti National Park is known to experience a tropical savannah climate. This kind of climate is typically characterised by warm temperatures all year-round and distinct wet and dry seasons. Hence making it is easy for sightseers to safari the park at their own selected time of the year.

During the dry season, which runs from June to October, the park’s days are sunny and dry, with temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) during the night to 29°C (84°F) during the day.

The wet season runs from November to May this is usually divided into the short rains and the months of November–December, with long rains topped with March–May. This makes the national park filled with lush and green pastures, which tend to offer great opportunities for birdwatching and photography.

Top Attractions in Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park is known to be home to various attractions, but below are some of the top attractions in the national park that sightseers should surely not skip to marvel at; these rank as the most outstanding attractions in the park and also make the national park an iconic safari destination. These include the following.

The Great Migration: The national park gives sightseers chances to marvel at and also witness over 1.5 million wildebeests, 200,000 zebras, and 500,000 gazelles as they migrate in search of greener pastures.
Seronera Valley: this is located in the central part of Serengeti National Park, this attraction is known to be a prime spot for predators, and seeing lions, leopards, and cheetahs is very thrilling and exciting.
Grumeti River: This is mostly well known for dramatic river crossings during the migration season and massive Nile crocodiles lurking beneath the surface.
These are some of the top attractions that are found within Serengeti National Park, and other attractions include: Moru Kopjes, Lobo Valley and various other attractions are to be witnessed while on a safari into the national park.

Wildlife in Serengeti National Park

When it comes to various attractions found in the thrilling Serengeti National Park, this can not be finished for the national park is filled with numerous wildlife, and below are some of these attractions that are exciting to witness while on a wildlife adventure at the national park and these include;

Mammals: Serengeti National Park is known to be home to numerous mammals, and among these are the “Big Five” which include lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos; and, in addition to the Big Five, there are also cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, hippos, warthogs, and various antelope species. This makes the national park even more thrilling and exciting to witness on any selected kind of adventure.
Birds: Serengeti National Park is ranked as on the top birding destinations in the Republic of Tanzania, and this is because the park is home to over 500 species, and among these birds come along ostriches, secretary birds, and vultures, hence terming the national park as a birdwatcher’s paradise.
Reptiles and Amphibians: Crocodiles, pythons, and a variety of frogs and lizards are some of the reptiles found in the national park and this is because of the fact that the national park is near rivers and wetlands, which act as homes to these lovely creatures.

Things to Do in Serengeti, Tanzania

While at Serengeti National Park, various safari activities can be carried out at the park. All these safari experiences provide sightseers with the thrilling revelation of understanding the park’s deep points, and some of these safari activities include the following:

Game Drives
Hot Air Balloon Safaris
Walking Safaris
Bird Watching
Cultural Visits
Where to Stay in Serengeti National Park

For sightseers on a visit to the great Serengeti National Park, there are various accommodations in Serengeti; these have different ranges, and they support all kinds of sightseers according to their budget. There are luxury lodges to mobile camps, and they are as follows:

Luxury Lodges: these include: Four Seasons Safari Lodge, Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, and Singita Sabora Tented Camp.
Mid-range Tented Camps: these include Kati Kati Tented Camp and Serengeti Tortilis Camp.
Mobile Camps: There are; Lemala and Asilia.
Public Campsites: Budget-friendly and great for self-driving tourists, though amenities are basic.

Best and Worst Time to Visit Serengeti National Park

Visiting the great Serengeti National Park can be carried out all year through, but there is always that best time of the year to have a visit at the national park, and just like there is the best time there is as well the worst time to visit the park, and these two seasons are as below;

Best Time: the dry season is ranked as the best time to visit the national park and this runs from June to October which are known to be peak periods for wildlife viewing, sightseers get to witness the great migration in the national park as they cross from Serengeti to Maasai Mara National Park in search of water and pasture. Then the other period is during the months of January to march which are known as the months when sightseers can witness calving season in the southern Serengeti, when thousands of wildebeest give birth, and predators are especially active.
Worst Time: this is always within April to May which are known as the periods of Long Rains and numerous roads tend to become muddy and impassable. And also, some lodges close during this season hence accommodations becoming stiff and hard to book. But despite the fact that most don’t consider the wet season, this period also has a lot to offer to those who visit during the wet season.

How to Get to Serengeti National Park in Tanzania

There are various ways of getting to the great Serengeti National Park and these are typically 3 ways, and they include the following;

By Air: sightseers who would love to get to the national park through a very quick and convenient way can travel by air and some of the air ports used include; Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), and they can use small charter flight to one of the Serengeti’s airstrips such as (e.g., Seronera, Grumeti, Kogatende).
By Road: other sightseers most especially those who would love to engage in self-drives, can use a 4*4 truck from Arusha, and this can take about 7–8 hours. As you get to drive by the Ngorongoro Conservation Area getting to marvel at beautiful scenic views.
By Safari Package: For those who may want to skip the stress of preparations, they can go through tour operators who are ready to help with the preparations for your safari. And as a side from the organized safari package that includes transportation, guides, and accommodation.

Conclusion

Serengeti is ranked as one of the top safari destinations which are ranked for the numerous attractions found in it, Serengeti National Park should not be off your bucket list of safari.

For more information about Serengeti National Park, contact our trusted tour operators who are willing and ready to provide you with all the necessary information about the Serengeti and also help you book any kind of safari in the Republic of Tanzania.