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Serengeti National Park is the best place to see predators in actions. The predator population is over 10,000 individuals. 8000 0f these are spotted hyenas and 3000 lions whose males famed for their black manes. Seronera with its visitor centre is not only ideal for information but it a major wildlife hub with all the species represented. Hippos, lions, leopards, crocodiles, giraffes and primates can all be spotted within the area. Birdlife is profuse. The park has a total of 500 species recorded of birds.
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Serengeti National Park attraction(s) comprise of the location or destination Serengeti itself, what visitors see, the attractions or objects of tourist gaze within or without the park, what visitors do, activities and events on offer, the rich culture of the local people and the visitor experience at various points of contact with the locals and other visitors.
During the migration, Serengeti accommodates over 5 millions animals with the resident population of about 2.5 million. The wildebeest population alone stands at 1.7 M during migration. All the 'Big Five' of Africa: Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, and Leopard are represented in Serengeti National Park. Besides the park has buffaloes, warthogs, zebras, gazelles, impala, reedbuck, oryx, topi, eland. Predators are represented by lions, hyenas, leopards, cheetah and hunting dogs. Recent count has revealed over 1500 elephants, 8000 spotted hyenas and 3000 lions.
Serengeti is the largest park in Tanzania occupying an area of 14, 763 Km square. The conservation area has been protected since 1929 and acquired park status in 1951.
In summary tourist attractions in Serengeti National Park comprise of what people see, objects that attract the eyesight and what visitors do, activities at the destination
Wildebeest Migration ranks number one among the top 10 attractions in Serengeti National Park which are:
The wildebeest migration spectacle is the never ending milling of over 2.5 million wild animals composed of a about 1.7 million wildebeests, and 800,000 common gazelles and zebras with predators-lions, hyenas, leopards, jackals etc following closely. In this picture add thousands of vultures providing air cover the to migrating animals, the goggling human traffic; the hazardous crossing of crocodile invested Mara and Grumeti rivers and behold your magical wonder of nature.
Serengeti National Park activities, what to do in Serengeti, during the day (diurnal) or at night (nocturnal) are what attracts them to Serengeti. These includes Game drives, balloon safaris, nature walks, night game drives, cultural tours, mice, sundowners, wining and dining, picnics, bush breakfasts and meals, etc
To get a glimpse of what to expect in Serengeti
Serengeti National Park has an overwhelming presence of mammals in terms of species and numbers. All the 'Big Five' of Africa: Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, and Leopard are represented in Serengeti National Park. Besides the park has buffaloes, warthogs, zebras, gazelles, impala, reedbuck, oryx, topi, eland. Predators are represented by lions, hyenas, leopards, cheetah and hunting dogss.
Over 500 species of birds have been recorded in Serengeti National Park . Among the species to be found are mourning doves, Fly Catchers, Wablers, Pin tailed Whydahs, Eagles (Matial, Verreaux) Storks (Open-billed, Shoe-bill, Gonoreks (Papyrus and black headed), Pelilcans (Great White and Pink-backed) etc. Flocks of flamingoes are resident in the crater lakes.
Serengeti National Park activities, what to do in Serengeti, during the day (diurnal) or at night (nocturnal) are what attracts them to Serengeti.
The most popular, top 10 activities in Serengeti National Park Are:-
Every year, in the months of July August and September, over 1.7 million wildebeests accompanied by about 800,000 gazelles and Zebras migrate from Serengeti into Maasai (Masai) Mara and back. The river crossings are particularly dangerous as large crocodile lie in wait of unsuspecting animals, killing and maiming thousands of them. Besides predation, migrating herds have to contend with flooded rivers and disease outbreaks. The wildebeest mate in Maasai Mara and Calve in Serengeti.
The annual wildebeest migration is not about wildebeests migrating per se but rather its influence on the movement patterns of the other animals including human beings. Picture a never ending milling of over 2.5 million wild animals composed of a about 1.7 million wildebeests, and 800,000 common gazelles and zebras with predators-lions, hyenas, leopards, jackals etc following closely. In this picture add thousands of vultures providing air cover the to migrating animals, the goggling human traffic; the hazardous crossing of crocodile invested Mara and Grumeti rivers and behold your magical wonder of nature.
The migration follows a clockwise direction dictated by the rain patterns in the Mara/Serengeti ecosystem. The Migration has been going on for as long as our ancestors can remember and where it started is debatable. The best times to view migration in Serengeti is December to Jul. While in Maasai Mara, the best time is August to November. Between December and March, the herds congregate in Eastern Serengeti Plains where carving takes place. Births accounts for over half a million calves annually. April and May still in Serengeti the calves matures and gets ready for migration. June is the month of crossing Grumeti River along the Northern Corridor towards Maasai Mara. In July/August, the herds cross the Mara River into Maasai (Masai) Mara, where mating takes place. By November the succulent grass in Mara is finished and the migrating herds heads for Serengeti where curving will take place and the entire cycle starts all over again.
Remember the rule is that you should enter the park through official gates. The gates in Serengeti include;
There are a variety of accommodation facilities in Serengeti varying from the luxury eco-lodges to basic campsites.-
Question: How long does it take to drive from Arusha/ Kilimanjaro Airport to Serengeti?
Accepted Answer: The drive from Arusha/ Kilimanjaro Airport to Serengeti National (Central Serengeti else Seronera takes 7 to 8 hours . Driving to Western Corindor also called Grumeti takes upto 12 hours.
Question: Can one fly to Serengeti?
Accepted Answer: Yes. If you are short of time or you are not a fun of long drives, you can fly directly from Arusha to Seronera in Central Serengeti, Grumeti in the western corrindor or Kleins Gate to the North. Flights take between1 hour 5min and 2 hrs and 20 Min. Flights from Dar es salaam take between 3 hrs 30 min and 5 hrs 20 min. Flights are available from Between Lake Manyara/ Ngorongoro/ Tarangire and Serengeti.
Question: Is self drive car hire allowed in Serengeti and Ngorongoro?
Accepted Answer: Yes. Self drive is allowed in Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Though a guide is recommended it is not a requirement or a must to have one in either Ngorongoro or Serengeti. Click here For self drive car hire .
Question: Will my credit card be charged at the park gate?
Accepted Answer: "Yes you can pay park entrance fees at the park gate using your credit card. But the best is you pay your park entry fees at Arusha in advance to avoid incoveniences if the computers in the park are down.
Question: When is the best time to see wildebeest migration in Serengeti?
Accepted Answer: The best times to view migration in Serengeti is December to Jul. While in Maasai Mara, the best time is August to November. Between December and March, the herds congregate in Eastern Serengeti Plains where carving takes place. Births accounts for over half a million calves annually. Click here for detailed information on wildebeest migration in Masai Mara and Serengeti
Wildebeest migration safari are organized in bothMaasai (Masai) Mara and Serengeti National Parks. The duration of the safari depends on various factors but mostly on time and budget but also the flexibility of the guest. The all drive 11 days Masai Mara Serengeti/ Ngorongoro/ Manyara Migration Safari commences from Nairobi and returns to the same via Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara, and Amboseli. The 8 days fly drive Wildebeest Migration Safari Masai Mara National Park (Mara Explorer 8 days) is a luxury option. Guests fly from Nairobi Wilson to Masai Mara and return to the same.The 4 days 3 Nights Migration safari combines Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park and Lake Naivasha. The 6 days Best of Tanzania Safari focuses on wildebeest migration in Serengeti National Park. The best time to witness migration in Masai Mara National Park Kenya, is between July to September. Serengeti National Park is best visited between March and May
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