Serengeti is one of the best choices for photographers.
Suitability: ★★★★★
Serengeti National Park in northern Tanzania was established in 1951 to protect the ecosystem behind the Great Migration. Its habitats range from open grass plains to woodland and rivers.
Why Serengeti for photographers?
- Chances to photograph lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and black rhino.
- The best light is in the first hour after sunrise and the last before sunset.
What awaits you in Serengeti
- The Great Migration of over a million wildebeest with zebra
- Calving season on the southern plains
- High densities of lion and cheetah
- Hot-air balloon flights
- UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981
Wildlife you may encounter: lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, black rhino, buffalo, giraffes and zebras.
Suggested time on the ground: 3 to 5 days. Most visitors travel from Arusha by road via the Ngorongoro area, a long day's drive, or fly by light aircraft to airstrips such as Seronera.
Activities that fit
game drives, hot-air balloon flights and birdwatching.
When to go
The best period overall is January to February and June to September.
Herds are on the southern plains near Ndutu; calving usually peaks in February-March and attracts predators.
Other destinations for photographers
- Okavango Delta Botswana
- Masai Mara Kenya
- Merzouga Morocco
- Mana Pools Zimbabwe
- Ngorongoro Tanzania
- Tarangire Tanzania
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Frequently asked questions
Is Serengeti good for photographers?
Serengeti is one of the best choices for photographers.
When should I visit Serengeti for photographers?
Generally January to February and June to September.
What should I know before booking?
Chances to photograph lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and black rhino.
Sources: TANAPA - Serengeti National Park · TANAPA - About Serengeti · Climates to Travel - Serengeti
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.