A Tanzania safari from Mwanza to the Serengeti is one of the best itineraries. Safaris drive through the western corridor of the Serengeti, which is a remarkable experience. Wooded landscapes with elephants, giraffes, zebras, ostrich, waterbuck, impala, and various animals grace every view.
The drive to the central part of the Serengeti is a large plain and full of grass. Here, you will find cheetah, leopards, and lions. From central Serengeti, driving south to the Ngorongoro Crater visitors often witness a remarkable density of wildlife, with black rhinoceros quite common.
Though this trip may be covered in two nights and three days, travelers could plan for an extra day to see the beauty of Lake Manyara. We Can help you plan your full itinerary, whether booking a Tanzania safari from Mwanza to Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, or Tarangire Park.
Safaris are offered at cost-effective prices to meet every budget. With evoking images of sweeping savannas, the Serengeti is the best place to visit if you want to learn about diverse wildlife. The majority of animals are concentrated in parkland. T
he best time to visit the Serengeti is in winter season, from December to March. In the spring season, animals move to the west in search of water. The stretch of Mwanza to Serengeti is 141 kilometres and is one of the world’s top safari destinations.
Serengeti Safari from Mwanza to Arusha
Serengeti National Park – Overview
The focus of most safaris in northern Tanzania, Serengeti National Park is renowned as the arena for the world’s greatest mammal migration. Even away from this iconic wildlife spectacle, the Serengeti’s sheer density of animals makes for incredible wildlife viewing throughout the year. The southern plains near Seronera are the most popular, but it’s also worth exploring the Western Corridor and Mara River regions.
Wildlife & Animals in Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park offers what many consider the essence of an African safari. Massive animal herds march across the wide-open savannah as far as you can see, while predators never fail to add drama to this idyllic scene. You won’t need to drive far to spot lions. Cheetahs are common too. Imagine seeing the world’s fastest land animal in full sprint. Leopards are secretive, but you might find one lazing in one of the big trees along the Seronera River.
Birds & Birding in Serengeti National Park
More than 500 bird species have been recorded in Serengeti National Park. The park is a significant part of the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem, which is one of Africa’s Endemic Bird Areas (EBAs) and hosts five bird species found nowhere else. Of these, grey-breasted spurfowl is common around Seronera, while Fischer’s lovebird and rufous-tailed weaver (a fascinating bird placed in its own genus) are conspicuous in woodland, but Usambiro barbet and grey-crested helmet-shrike are less easily seen. Migratory birds are present from November to April.
Best Time To Visit Serengeti National Park
Wildlife viewing is good throughout the year in Serengeti National Park, but certain areas are better at specific times. Most people want to see the and the predator action that goes with it. The good thing is that you can witness different stages of the migration in Serengeti from around January to October, so most of the year. The bad news is that the movement of the wildebeest depends on the rain and the exact timings are unpredictable.
Around January to February is a fantastic time to be in the Ndutu area for the wildebeest calving. June and July is the best time to be in the Western Corridor, and during August and September the migration is in the north where you might be able to see the famous Mara River crossings. Beware though that the crowds follow this calendar, so for an uncrowded experience you should stay away from the migration.
Weather & Climate in Serengeti National Park
The climate in Serengeti National Park is usually moderate and pleasant. It never gets very hot, but it is consistently cool to cold at night and in the early mornings. Don’t forget to take warm clothing.
Serengeti’s Dry season is from June to October. The Wet season consists of two rainy periods: the short rains (November to December) and the long rains (March to May), with a dry spell in between. During the Wet season, it rarely rains all day, but afternoon thundershowers can be expected.
How To Get to Serengeti National Park
Most safaris to Serengeti National Park start from the town of Arusha. The best option to get there is to fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), which is situated about 50km/31mi from Arusha. It is also possible to fly into Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam and fly on to Arusha Airport (ARK) or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
There are regular flights from Arusha to several airstrips inside the park, but it is also possible to drive. The trip is about 325km/200mi and will take around 8 hours*. It is a bumpy ride, but it’s scenic and you’ll see wildlife along the way.
As the drive takes you through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a popular option is to fly one way, and drive the other way taking in an overnight stop to visit the Ngorongoro Crater. Coming from the crater, the distance to the Seronera area in the Serengeti is about 140km/90mi and the driving time is around 3 hours*.
Serengeti Safari from Mwanza
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