The Serengeti National Park is famous for the incredible Great Wildebeest Migration, and it is a symbol of the African safari experience. The park’s vast plains seem endless and are home to Africa’s most well-known animals, as well as some lesser-known but equally interesting species.
The highlight is the Great Migration, where over 2 million animals, including wildebeest, travel from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara and then back to the Ngorongoro region. However, the park is fascinating at any time of the year. It is the best place in East Africa to see lions and leopards in their natural habitat and is home to all of the ‘Big Five’ animals.
‘Big Five’ animals. There are more than 9,000 hyenas, nearly 3,000 lions, and over a thousand leopards in the park, making it a great place to observe these predators in action. What’s amazing is that you’ll see animals throughout your entire drive, so there’s always something exciting to see. It’s important to remember that the Serengeti is a very large park, divided into different areas like North, South, East, West, and Central. Each area offers a different experience and accommodation options, and some regions have more of the Great Migration than others. From basic campsites to luxurious options like the Four Seasons Serengeti, there are choices for every type of traveler. You can explore the Serengeti in a single day or spend weeks discovering its wonders.