The Serengeti is undoubtedly one of the most renowned national parks in the world. Its golden savannah stretches and undulates, providing a breathtaking sense of space.

It is home to large populations of zebra, buffalo, elephant, giraffe, gazelle, and antelope, as well as millions of bull eland. The park is a haven for lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and wild dogs, and at any moment, you could witness an exciting game of chase. The Serengeti is the epitome of the African savannah.

The name is Serengeti means "endless plain" in Maasai. The park is situated in the southern part of the East African Rift Valley, in the northern region of the Republic of Tanzania.

It spans over 15,000 square kilometres and covers the districts of Mara, Arusha, and Shinyanga. The Serengeti is listed as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage site and is also a biological reserve in the UNESCO Human and Ecological Programme.

Herds of wildebeest migrate across the Serengeti savannah, loudly and eagerly heading to their destination. If you are a fan of lions, the Serengeti is the best place to observe them. If you are lucky, you may witness lionesses hunting for prey, male lions fighting for dominance, or groups of lions feasting.

Many people yearn to visit the Serengeti, a place that boasts natural and human beauty. The park is teeming with wildlife, and the most mesmerizing experience is witnessing the annual great migration of animals. So, when is the best time to visit and how can you get a glimpse of the magnificent grasslands?

The Great Migration is an annual cycle that occurs from June to May, with the climax of the migration – the million-horned ungulates crossing the Mara River – happening between July and September. Therefore, these three months are the best time to witness the Great Migration.

There are three international airports in Tanzania: Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, and Kilimanjaro International Airport. There are two options to get to the Serengeti Savannah: you can either land at Kilimanjaro International Airport and drive to Moshi, or fly from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha in about 50 minutes.

Alternatively, you can land at Arusha Airport, which is the base of COASTAL Airlines that serves all tourists who want to visit the Serengeti National Park.

When visiting Savannah, you will need to book a car rental service. Typically, specialized local safari companies rent out jeeps for around 300 USD per day. It's crucial to choose a driver with extensive experience and working hours because they act as both the driver and guide throughout the grassland.

Their experience and intuition will determine whether your experience in the park is good or bad. An experienced driver can accurately pinpoint the whereabouts of animals, and you may have the chance to see many rare animals if everything goes smoothly.

The African savannah is undeniably a photographer's paradise, where the natural landscape and wildlife are full of charm and worth capturing with a camera. Even while sitting in the car, you can get very close to the animals, and sometimes they may initiate an interaction with visitors near the car.