Ol Pejeta (Kenya) and Serengeti (Tanzania) are often weighed against each other. This comparison uses seasons, activities and access to help you choose.
| Ol Pejeta | Serengeti | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Tanzania |
| Type | Private conservancy | National park |
| Approx. area | 360 km² | 14,763 km² |
| Best time | June to October and December to March | January to February and June to September |
| Suggested stay | 2–3 days | 3–5 days |
| Main gateway airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) | Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) |
| Big Five | Present | Present |
| Malaria | Low risk: check with a doctor | Malaria area: see a travel doctor |
| Families | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Honeymooners | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Photographers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| First-time visitors | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Budget travellers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Luxury travellers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Month by month
| Month | Ol Pejeta | Serengeti |
|---|---|---|
| January | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ some rain |
| February | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ some rain |
| March | ★★★★★ some rain | ★★★★★ rainy season |
| April | ★★★★★ rainy season | ★★★★★ rainy season |
| May | ★★★★★ rainy season | ★★★★★ some rain |
| June | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| July | ★★★★★ some rain | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| August | ★★★★★ some rain | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| September | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ some rain |
| October | ★★★★★ some rain | ★★★★★ some rain |
| November | ★★★★★ rainy season | ★★★★★ rainy season |
| December | ★★★★★ some rain | ★★★★★ some rain |
How to choose
Choose Ol Pejeta if
- you are travelling in March
- you want night drives
- you hope to see white rhino and chimpanzees
Choose Serengeti if
- you are travelling in May to August and November
- you want hot-air balloon flights
- you hope to see wildebeest, crocodiles and ostriches
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Ol Pejeta or Serengeti?
It depends on when you travel and what you want to see. Ol Pejeta is stronger in March. Serengeti is stronger in May to August and November.
When is the best time for each?
Ol Pejeta: June to October and December to March. Serengeti: January to February and June to September.
Sources: Ol Pejeta Conservancy · Ol Pejeta Conservancy - Wildlife and habitats · Climates to Travel - Nyeri (nearest station) · TANAPA - Serengeti National Park · TANAPA - About Serengeti · Climates to Travel - Serengeti
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.