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Serengeti, Tanzania

Stargazing & Aurora in Serengeti, Tanzania

Observe solar systems from remote bush camps. Zero light pollution across the savannah provides crystal-clear views of the equatorial stars.

Right Now (Jul)
Peak Season
The absolute best time to go.
12-Month Calendar
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Best months at a glance
January
Okay
February
Okay
March
Okay
April
Good
May
Peak
June
Peak
July
Peak
August
Peak
September
Peak
October
Good
November
Okay
December
Okay
Conditions

Weather & Conditions

MonthHigh / LowRain DaysConditions
Jan84.7° / 62°F10Okay
Feb86.4° / 63.3°F9Okay
Mar86.2° / 62.9°F10Okay
Apr84.7° / 63.1°F12Good
May85.1° / 62.6°F6Peak
Jun85.2° / 62.5°F2Peak
Jul85.7° / 61.7°F1Peak
Aug87.2° / 62.9°F2Peak
Sep88.4° / 64°F4Peak
Oct90° / 64.9°F6Good
Nov85.7° / 63.4°F13Okay
Dec83.9° / 62.5°F11Okay
Locations

Where to Go

Airport
Seronera Airstrip (SEU)

Central dirt runway serving the central valley and resident predator hubs.

Airport
Kogatende Airstrip

Northernmost dirt runway, best for accessing the Mara River crossing zone.

Natural Feature
Mara River Crossing

The dramatic river crossing where millions of wildebeest face giant Nile crocodiles.

Reserve Gate
Naabi Hill Gate

Main southern gate connecting the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Natural Feature
Grumeti River

Western corridor river, famous for early summer migration crossings (June).

Practical Intel

Know Before You Go

01
Malaria precautions are recommended year-round

The Serengeti sits in a malaria transmission zone, peaking during the wet summer months (November to April). Consult a travel physician for preventative medication, wear long sleeves during evening drives, and apply insect repellent daily.

02
Migration crossings are unpredictable

Wildebeest can gather on riverbanks for hours or even days before crossing, and sudden alarms can cause them to scatter back into the bush. Patience is required, and game drives can last all day.

03
Park entry fees are charged per 24 hours

Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA) charges steep daily conservation and concession entry fees. These are typically billed on your lodge folio or paid via credit card at the entry gates, and are valid for strict 24-hour periods.

Where to Stay

Wildist-vetted hotels for Serengeti, Tanzania coming soon.

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