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8 Exciting things to do in Serengeti National Park

8 Exciting things to do in Serengeti National Park

The Serengeti is one of the most extraordinary regions in the world. A trip to the beautiful East Africa is incomplete without visiting the spectacular Serengeti National Park which is home to scenic landscapes and stunning flora and fauna. Here, tourists can have exciting and enjoyable experiences that can make their trip unforgettable. 

  • View the Spectacular Wildlife

Serengeti National Park is home to a wide range of animals and birds. Tourists can find lions, elephants, gazelles, zebras, hippos, giraffes, rhinos, leopards, cheetahs, monkeys, Nile crocodiles, wildebeests, baboons, and hyenas. Visitors can also spot migratory and exotic birds, including herons, weavers, hornbills, starlings, fiscals, oxpeckers, lovebirds, bustards, coucals, woodpeckers, and lapwings! Tourists can go on game drives or walking safaris to explore the park and view the wildlife. 

  • Go on a Hot Air Balloon Ride

One of the most extraordinary and exciting ways of experiencing the park is to go on a hot air balloon safari. This allows travellers to enjoy a birds’ eye view of the vast grassland and beautiful landscapes. The aerial view is unique and memorable!

  • Visit the Retina Hippo Pool

In the National Park, tourists can also visit the deep Retina Hippo Pool which is one of the many watering holes in the Serengeti. The Pool is home to around 200 hippos who can be seen swimming and playing in the water. Visitors must maintain a safe distance as the giant animals may be dangerous. One can also spot Nile crocodiles here. Hippos are magnificent creatures so seeing them in large numbers is exciting.

  • Enjoy a Glamping Experience

Glamping is an exciting way of staying at the Park. Tourists can feel adventurous while also being surrounded by luxury and comfort. They can stay at luxurious and comfortable lodges and retreats which provide excellent facilities, helpful staff, and airy rooms, while also enjoying the amazing feel of a camping trip! A great option is Four Seasons Safari Lodge which comes with an elegant spa and pool facilities. Guests can stay at private villas overlooking the vast savannah, and spot wildlife such as leopards, hyenas, lions, mongooses, buffaloes, giraffes, and elephants! They can also stay at Nomad Serengeti Safari Camp, a perfect glamping site which has six open plan Meru tents with en-suite bathrooms, hot water on demand, indoor and outdoor dining, a library tent, a bar tent, and a stunning outdoor fireplace.

  • Visit a Unique Salt Lick

Tourists can also have the amazing experience of visiting the Larelemangri salt lick where they can find the salty deposits that animals love to lick. This spot is perfect for wildlife viewing and game viewing. The area is an open swamp, so it provides an amazing and unobstructed view of the animals in their own natural habitat.

  • Witness The Great Migration

The Great Migration of about two million wildebeests is one of the greatest sights that tourists can witness in Serengeti National Park. They can watch the herds cross the river, witness the calving season, enjoy game viewing, or observe the herds as they graze on the grassland. The acacia covered Naabi Hill and the amazing Grumeti River are ideal spots for watching the Great Migration.

  • Visit an Indigenous Village

Another exciting activity to enjoy in the Serengeti is to visit the boma, the village of semi-nomadic Maasai people. A cultural tour can be enriching as it provides a great insight into the vibrant local culture. Tourists can see natives wearing traditional attire and engaging in traditional practices such as rituals, dances, and the creation of traditional handicrafts. Locals are friendly and can teach about their lifestyle. 

  • Learn about Ancient History

Learning about local history and heritage can make the trip enriching and exciting. Tourists can visit Olduvai Gorge where human fossils and ancient tools from over two million years ago were found in the early 1900s. More than 60 fossil remains were found during thorough excavations! Travellers can also go south to Laetoli, where ancient footprints can be seen preserved in ash! This incredible spot is very different from other places at the Serengeti and must be seen by every travel lover!

These are some top exciting things that tourists can do in Serengeti National Park.