Tanzania is a case of success regarding Nature conservation and endangerous species protection. The country soon understood that they have been presented with some of the greatest natural wonders to be found on Earth. And quickly they learned how to conserve them and take good care of them.

In fact, many conservation works have been done here, specially those related with fighting Elephant Hunting and saving one of the most endangerous species in the world, the Black Rhino. Jane Goodall also become famous for her pioneer work with the Chimpanzees at Gombe Stream National Park.

Blessed by nature with 14 national parks (there are even more, but these ones are the most famous) one can found everything in Tanzania. Tanzania is what comes to your mind when you think of Africa. There are parks that are as large as many european countries like the Serengeti National park and Selous Game Reserve. There are parks, like Katavi National Park or Ruaha National Park that are so untouched by humans they reassemble the descriptions of Africa by white hunters and missionaires who came here centuries ago. Parks where you can have a million of acres just for yourself and see more lions than people. There are parks like Gombe Stream National Park or Mahale Mountains National Park where you will be able to see large groups of Chimpanzees and Gorillas. There are parks like Saadani National park where you can join pristine beaches and the wild bush. Other parks, such as Ngorongoro Conservation Area with its Ngorongoro Crater have a beauty that is so stunning, so breathtaking that it is impossible to put into words. And what about Kilimanjaro National Park? Where you can see giraffes with the world's tallest free standing mountain, the roof of Africa, in the background? Well, there are really parks for every taste and interest and we haven't even spoke about Zanzibar, with world class beaches of white sand and turquoise warm water. Tanzania is definitely one of the top destinations of the world.

In the following map, you can see the 14 national parks. To learn more about each one and see what we recommend, move your mouse over the map and click in one park.

Serengeti National Park

Description

In Masai language the word 'Serengeti', 'Africa's most famous game reserve, means endless plains and you will understand why when you experience this magical place.
Serengeti covers an area of about 15.000 square kilometers and it houses the largest predator population. Serengeti is world famous for the Great Migration, a unique marvel.Open grasses, acacia woodland and riparian woodland around Grumeti river in the western corridor embellishes this territory.
Seronera region in center Serengeti is the best area to catch the great migration between December and May. Grumeti Area is the best option between June and August. After August the herds move north towards Kenya and return to Seronera on December.


Wildlife

The place where you can find the most abundant wildlife in Africa. Leopards, Lions, cheetahs, golden and black backed jackals, bat eared foxes, spotted hyenas and nocturnal predators like Civet, Serval or the Genet and African wild cat live in this area and are easily spotted, as millions of preys like zebras, wildebeest and antelopes share the territory with them.
Great mammals can also be found: the rhino, elephant, hippo, waterbuck, bushbuck, eland, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, warthog, baboon, impala, thomson's gazelle, among others.


When to go

Due to its size, Serengeti is a place to visit through out the whole year. The only thing to keep in mind is that, according to the time of year, some areas are more interesting than others. Seronera plains provide impeccable views of large wildlife concentration between November and May. The Grumeti area is perfect for game driving between May an July. From August to October, the lobo area is the place to be.


What to do

4x4 game safaris, Balloon safaris, Great Migration


What we suggest

Serengeti must definitely be included in your itinerary for at least 3 to 4 days. If you only have a couple of days, consider Seronera. Visiting the Lobo and Grumeti River areas are to be included if you have extra time.