The year-round heart of the Serengeti

Central Serengeti

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About Central Serengeti

The Central Serengeti, the Seronera River Valley, is the beating heart of the park and its most reliable game-viewing region. Permanent water keeps resident wildlife here all year: lion prides lounging on kopjes, leopards draped in sausage trees along the river, and cheetah patrolling the open plains. The Great Migration sweeps through on its way north around April to June and again heading south in November and December, but Seronera never needs the herds to deliver a spectacular game drive. Most classic Serengeti itineraries are anchored here.

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All Tanzania stays

Melia Serengeti Lodge

LODGE

One Nature Hotel Nyaruswiga Serengeti

HOTEL

Serengeti Serena Lodge

LODGE

Olkarien Eco Safari Lodge

TENTED CAMP

Serengeti Acacia Camp

TENTED CAMP

Enkirari Wilderness Camp

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Safaris visiting Central Serengeti

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5-Day Tanzania Low Season Safari

Same camps and guides as the peak season, with far fewer vehicles at the sightings. Low-season rates for November 2026 and May 2027, from US$1,620 per person. A full day of game driving in Tarangire. Two nights in Central Serengeti, with a full day on the Seronera plains. A morning on the Ngorongoro Crater floor, with lunch by the lake. Your own Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, on-board Wi-Fi and a private guide. Starts from your hotel in Arusha, so it fits after a Kilimanjaro climb or a night in town

12-Day Signature Great Migration Calving Photographic Safari

Four nights on the Ndutu calving plains, not a single overnight stop. A maximum of four photographers per private vehicle, for real access to the windows and pop-up roof. A full day inside Ngorongoro Crater, descending early while the light is still soft. Three nights in Central Serengeti for leopard, lion and cheetah photography. A scheduled Seronera to Arusha flight, so the last day is spent shooting rather than driving. Vehicle refrigerator, charging points and Wi-Fi where network coverage permits

Arusha | Ngorongoro Crater | Ndutu Area | Central Serengeti

12-Day Signature Great Migration River Crossing Photographic Safari

Four nights in Northern Serengeti, so the safari never depends on one afternoon at the Mara River. A scheduled flight straight to Kogatende, saving a full day of overland transfer. A maximum of four photographers per private vehicle, for real shooting space. Three nights in Central Serengeti for leopard, lion and cheetah photography. A full day inside Ngorongoro Crater, descending early into soft light. A final Arusha night to back up files and repack equipment before flying home

Arusha | Serengeti National Park | Central Serengeti | Ngorongoro Crater

6-Day Tanzania Low Season Safari

Same camps and guides as the peak season, with far fewer vehicles at the sightings. Low-season rates for November 2026 and May 2027, from US$1,705 per person. A full day of game driving in Tarangire, including a hot lunch in the park. Two nights in Central Serengeti, with a full day on the Seronera plains. A morning on the Ngorongoro Crater floor, with lunch by the lake. Your own Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, on-board Wi-Fi and a private guide. Met at Kilimanjaro Airport, with your first night in Arusha included

9 Days Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday (Bush to Beach)

Big Five game viewing. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. Zanzibar island discoveries. Game drives with a professional guide. Explore Tarangire National Park. Explore Serengeti National Park

8 Days The Great Wildebeest Calving Migration Safari with Cultural Hike

Witness the Great Migration herds. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. Optional hot-air balloon safari. Guided walking safari. Explore Tarangire National Park. Explore Lake Manyara National Park

7 Day Tanzania Wilderness Safari

Big Five game viewing. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. Optional hot-air balloon safari. Authentic cultural encounters. Explore Lake Manyara National Park. Explore Serengeti National Park

6 Days Tanzania Expedition Safari

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. Search for tree-climbing lions. Explore Tarangire National Park. Explore Lake Manyara National Park. Explore Serengeti National Park. Explore Ngorongoro Conservation Area

4 Days Ndutu Migration Safari Calving Season

Witness the Great Migration herds. Big Five game viewing. Optional hot-air balloon safari. Game drives with a professional guide. Explore Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park | Ndutu Area | Central Serengeti | Arusha

9 Days Serengeti Migration Safari During Calving Season

Witness the Great Migration herds. Big Five game viewing. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. Search for tree-climbing lions. Explore Lake Manyara National Park. Explore Serengeti National Park

7 Days The Great Serengeti Migration Safari

Witness the Great Migration herds. Flamingo-lined soda lakes. Game drives with a professional guide. Explore Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Explore Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Conservation Area | Central Serengeti | Arusha | Serengeti National Park

7 Days The Great Wildebeest Migration Calving Safari

Witness the Great Migration herds. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. Flamingo-lined soda lakes. Game drives with a professional guide. Explore Tarangire National Park. Explore Ndutu Area

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