The Serengeti is roughly the size of Northern Ireland. Choosing where inside it to sleep matters far more than choosing the lodge itself.
Central Seronera — the reliable choice
Permanent water and dense resident predator populations make Seronera the safest bet for big cats in any month.
Northern Kogatende — for the crossings
From late July to October, the far north is where the Mara River crossings happen. It is remote, quieter and worth the flight.
How many nights
Three nights is the practical minimum inside the park. Two nights leaves you with a single full game day after transfers.
A typical day
Early coffee, out at first light, a long morning drive with a bush breakfast, back for a midday break, then an afternoon drive until golden hour.
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