When To Go to the Serengeti

Best time to visit the Serengeti

Game viewing in the Serengeti being a year-round activity, the only times of the year you might want to avoid are the 2 rainy seasons (March to April and October to November). Then again, these are the months when dramatic thundershowers occur, which you might find adds that something extra to your safari experience, so this may be when to travel to the Serengeti.

When to visit the Serengeti for the Migration

The wildebeest migration passes through the Serengeti National Park between December and September, however this is not set in stone so it is best to consult one of our experts for the best time to travel to the Serengeti.

In the early months the herds are in the southern parts of the park, and they move gradually north until they reach the Masai Mara in October. Trying to intercept the migration always involves a combination of luck and informed guesswork - but our guide to the migration will help you stack your bets and inform you on when to visit the Serengeti to for the best time to visit for the migration.

Fortunately, a healthy resident animal population ensures that safari and game viewing within the Serengeti Game Reserve is superb all year round ensuring that anytime is the best time to go to the Serengeti.

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