Serengeti

Endless expanses, migrating herds of animals, and spectacular natural dramas—the Serengeti is the epitome of African wilderness. In this iconic national park, you can experience safaris in their most original form: by jeep, on foot, or from the air.

Cheetah running on a branch
The Great Migration
The vast plains of the Serengeti
Baby hippopotamus with mother in the water
A hyena lies on the ground
Baby monkey with its mother
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Year-round Year-round
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2 - 4 days 2 - 4 days

Die Serengeti umfasst rund 14'760 Quadratkilometer und gehört damit zu den grössten Nationalparks Afrikas. Charakteristisch sind die endlosen Ebenen, unterbrochen von Felsgruppen (Kopjes), Akazienwäldern, Flüssen und saisonalen Sümpfen. In der Trockenzeit wirken viele Bereiche karg und staubig, doch mit dem ersten Regen verwandelt sich die Landschaft in ein sattgrünes Paradies.

Durch ihre offene Struktur bietet die Serengeti perfekte Bedingungen zur Tierbeobachtung – besonders während der Grossen Tierwanderung, wenn sich riesige Herden durch die Savanne bewegen. But even away from this natural spectacle, the Serengeti fascinates with its incredible diversity and vastness.

The name “Serengeti” comes from the Maasai language and means “endless land.” An apt description for this iconic savanna landscape that stretches to the horizon.

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Animals in the Serengeti

Ein Blick über die weiten Ebenen der Serengeti offenbart die wohl eindrucksvollste Tierwanderung der Welt: Millionen Gnus, Zebras und Gazellen wandern durch das Grasland, dicht gefolgt von hungrigen Raubkatzen.

The endless savannah is home to elephants, giraffes, and mighty buffalo. Prides of lions rest in the shade of acacia trees, while cheetahs lie in wait for prey on the steppe. Hippos doze in the rivers, while crocodiles patiently wait for their chance.

If you look closely, you will also discover shy inhabitants such as jackals, servals, and warthogs. And above it all, vultures, eagles, and secretary birds circle – the Serengeti is also a paradise for bird lovers.

Highlights

  • 01

    Spectacle of animal migration

    Every year, over 1.5 million wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles migrate through the Serengeti in search of fresh grass. The Great Migration is one of the world’s greatest natural events.

  • 02

    UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site

    The Serengeti has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981. As a globally unique ecosystem with high protection status and great research interest, it is something very special.

  • 03

    Classic safari landscape

    Wide plains, scattered acacia trees, and golden sunsets—the Serengeti is exactly what many people imagine when they think of Africa.

  • 04

    A hotspot for big cats

    The Serengeti is one of the best places in Africa to observe big cats. Many lion prides live in the central Serengeti in particular, but with a little luck you can also spot cheetahs and leopards.

Activities

Game drive

Observe lions, giraffes, and other animals in the vast plains of the Serengeti.

Game drive

Balloon Safari

Experience the savannah from the air in a hot air balloon.

Hot Air Balloon Safari in the Serengeti

Walking Safari

Walking with a guide – close to nature.

Walking Safari in the Serengeti

Sundowner

End the day in style in the middle of the wilderness.

Sundowner in the bush

Getting there

By car

By car

The center of the Serengeti can be reached from Arusha in about 6–8 hours, usually with a stopover at the Ngorongoro Crater.

By plane

By plane

Several airstrips make the Serengeti easily accessible by small plane. Flights from Arusha take about 1–2 hours, depending on the destination, and the subsequent transfer to the lodge is usually by off-road vehicle.

Are you ready for your adventure?

Whether you want to climb Kilimanjaro, get to know the Maasai and their culture, or float over the savannah in a hot air balloon, you'll find everything you need here!

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