Serengeti National Park

Millions of wildebeests migrate through Serengeti National Park in Tanzania on their way to the Maasai Mara reserve in Kenya. It is a popular safari destination in Tanzania. The largest park in Tanzania is Serengeti National Park, which is 14,763 square kilometers in size and borders Kenya’s Masai Mara. It almost reaches Lake Victoria.

A safari in Tanzania is not worthwhile if you don’t see the stunning Serengeti National Park. In Maasai, the phrase Serengeti simply means infinite grasslands. You’ll be compelled to visit the park as soon as you can by its diversity and attractiveness. The yearly migration of large herds of herbivorous species, including zebras, wildebeests, and gazelles across the Grumeti River is one of the most breathtaking sights to behold in the Serengeti. The richness of the park also contains a number of threatened species, including the black rhinoceros and many others.

Serengeti National park History .

On the Serengeti’s original Maasai territory, livestock were grazed. The Maasai word “siringet,” which signifies a place where the land extends forever, gave rise to the name Serengeti. Stewart Edward White, who traveled through the northern Serengeti in 1913 and returned in 1920 with his colleagues with the intention of going lion hunting, was the first American to see the Serengeti.

The British government set aside the territory as a conservation unit after seeing the sharp decline in the number of lions in the region. Additionally, the Maasai were relocated in 1959 to the Ngorongoro conservation unit where they still reside. The park is renowned for being Tanzania’s first national park and for leading the country’s tourism sector.

Things and wildlife species to  explore in Serengeti National park.

Amazing wildlife abounds in the park; it’s estimated that over 3 million huge mammals roam the plains in quest of new grassland. You can see the yearly migration of millions of zebras and wildebeests looking for water and food as the seasons change in May or early June.

Patterson’s eland, Klipspringer, Dik-dik, impala, gazelles, water-buck, bush-buck, and reed-buck, topis, kongoni, cotton’s oribi, grey bush dicker, roan antelope, buffalo, and wildebeests are just a few of the numerous antelope species found in large herds (the estimate is above one million of these animals). Lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, bat-eared foxes, hunting dogs, and jackals are examples of carnivores. Spring hare, porcupine, warthog, Hyraxes, baboons, vervet monkeys, Colobus monkeys, patas monkeys, and mongooses are examples of smaller mammals. Giraffe herds are among the larger mammals, followed by rhinos, elephants, and hippos. 500 different bird species have been identified, including ostriches, vultures, storks, flamingos, and fish and martial eagles. Crocodiles, a variety of snake species, and lizards are examples of reptiles.

Things to do in Serengeti National park

Among Tanzania’s most thrilling safaris for animal viewing are offered in Serengeti National Park. Additionally, there are tours that focus on bird watching and balloon safaris that typically follow the Grumeti river. The yearly migration of wildebeest herds from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara during the dry season, where they stay from July to October, is one of the main attractions. Therefore, between December and June, there is a higher concentration of wildlife.

Game Drives 

chance to embark on wildlife drives. On this journey, you will get the opportunity to see gorgeous birds as well as elephants, buffaloes, wildebeests, warthogs, zebras, antelopes, lions, hyenas, leopards, and many other creatures.

Wildebeest Migration

Every year, a large number of people travel from all over the world to witness this migration in the hopes of taking in this breathtaking sight. The sight of such massive animals creating enormous waves and splashes in the water as they move in quest of greener pastures is worth the visit, making this action mind-blowing and mouth-gaping one .

Olduvai gorge

Within the boundaries of the Serengeti National Park, there is another another unique attraction. The remains of the first early man from roughly a million years ago were discovered here by archaeologist Dr. Louis Leaky. When visiting the Serengeti, this site is remarkable since it displays human history.

Moru Kopjes.

The black rhino can be easily seen here, and there are other predators that call this area of rocky terrain home. As a result, going there is exhilarating.

Grumeti River

This body of water is inhabited by crocodiles on the coasts and in the water. It is entertaining to see various creatures, like wildebeests and zebras, risk their lives by crossing waters where predators are waiting to pounce on them. The river can occasionally be a serene and beautiful sight.

Seronera River 

With rivers running, grasslands, gorges, plains, and animals grazing within the park, this location is an incredibly beautiful place. The valley serves as a snapshot of the park’s distinctive vegetation and animals.

Hot air Baloon over Serengeti National park

This allows you the chance to observe the stunning scenery from a bird’s eye perspective. At first light, the hot air balloon will provide you a perspective of the entire Serengeti, complete with its fascinating reliefs and wildlife.

Accommodation  in  Serengeti National park

While  at the magnificent and beautiful Serengeti national Park, your comfort ,relaxation and enjoyment will be taken care of at the following lodges; Serengeti Sopa lodge, Soroi Serengeti camp, Serians Serengeti camp, Seronera wildlife lodge, Serengeti Mawe tented camp, Serengeti heritage tented camp, Serengeti Halisi camp, Singita Mara river camp, Robanda tented camp, Mapito tented camp, Lobo wildlife lodge and Lake Masek tented camp.

How to get to Serengeti National Park

The easiest way to get to the Serengeti is to take a flight to the Kilimanjaro airport, which is 29 miles from Arusha. From there, you can either drive for eight hours or take a tiny chartered plane to the Serengeti.
In conclusion, you must visit Serengeti National Park while seeing Africa because it is home to practically all of the creatures that you will see in other African parks.