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The word 'Serengeti' is derived from a Masai word meaning 'endless plains', a fitting title for Tanzania's most famous national park. During the annual migration over a million animals undertake the treacherous journey to the western Serengeti and the Masai Mara. The large populations of lions, cheetahs and leopards are permanent residents. The Great Wildebeest Migration A natural phenomenon occurs annually across the vast plains of the Serengeti and into the Masai Mara in Kenya. Each year thousands and thousands of wildebeest and zebras make an epic journey in search of lush, grassy plains. Although the exact timings and route can change each year the migration follows a similar path, mainly determined by the rainfall.

Between the months of December and mid-March the animals are found grazing on the Serengeti Plains. The calving season occurs for a few weeks in February, when around 500,000 calves are born. In March and April, as the plains become depleted, the wildebeest and zebras start their migratory journey west. June and July normally sees the transition period between the rains and the dry season and the herds move north towards the Masai Mara. Throughout the migration the wildebeest and zebras are at risk from predators. During July and August they face a dangerous crossing of the Mara River. Many animals will die from drowning or crocodile attacks as they attempt the crossing. Those who survive the crossing will reside in the Masai Mara between July and October. Once the short rains start to fall in the South and East Serengeti, normally between October and November, the herds start to leave the Masai Mara.

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Serengeti National Park

Serengeti Sopa Lodge

Serengeti

Looking out over the seemingly endless Serengeti plains, this hillside lodge is a tranquil oasis. The Serengeti plains are host to a dramatic annual migration of thousands of wildebeest and numerous other species of animal indigenous to the area.

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Serengeti

Inspired by a traditional African village, the Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge is rich in local atmosphere, in a stunning setting. Great attention has been paid to both architectural and decorative detailing making the lodge a picturesque delight.

Serengeti Kati Kati Camp

Serengeti

A mobile tented camp in Central Serengeti, strategically located to cover the vast Serengeti Plains. It offers comfortable accommodation and a unique opportunity to enjoy a real safari camp experience.

Great views from the rooms

and bar

Central location within

the park

Exclusive Mobile Camp

Serengeti

The Exclusive Mobile Camp has three different locations during the year, according to the movement of the wildlife, allowing guests to be located close to the migration. The Camp is intimately integrated into the surrounding African bush.

Mobile camp to follow migration

Mobile camp to follow migration

&Beyond Grumeti Serengeti Camp

Serengeti

In the untouched seclusion of a remote, idyllic valley in the western corridor of the Serengeti National Park lies the tented Grumeti River Camp. It is one of the wildest and most remote camps in Africa's greatest wildlife sanctuary, the Serengeti.

Kirawira Tented Camp

Serengeti

Standing high on a bush-cloaked ridge, commanding panoramic views over the rolling plains and volcanic reefs of the Serengeti National Park, Kirawira Camp is the epitome of colonial-style safari luxury.

Elegant, colonial style property

Serengeti Migration Camp

Serengeti

Hidden among the rocky outcrops or kopjes of the vast Serengeti plains, is a camp that exudes decadence reminiscent of old Africa. Richly furnished throughout, the camp provides a haven of sumptuous indulgence.

Serengeti Simba Lodge

Serengeti

Serengeti Simba Lodge is a small, intimate, owner-run property, located on top of a rocky outcrop affording stunning views over the endless plains in every direction. The lodge was carefully built using local materials.