Serengeti Green Season Adventure From April To May 2026
Between April and May, the Serengeti transforms into a lush paradise after the rains. This “green season” brings dramatic skies, vivid landscapes, and fewer crowds — ideal for travelers seeking a serene, immersive safari.
On this journey, you’ll explore Tarangire’s elephant plains, the legendary Ngorongoro Crater, and the vast open savannas of the Central Serengeti — where lions, leopards, and cheetahs thrive among migrating herds.
FAQ Q1: Why visit the Serengeti during the green season? The green season (April–May) offers lush landscapes, fewer tourists, and excellent wildlife sightings — perfect for photographers.
Q2: Will I still see the Great Migration in April or May? Yes. While the main herds move north, plenty of wildebeest, zebra, and predators remain in the central plains.
Q3: What type of accommodation is available? You can choose between mid-range safari lodges or luxury tented camps, both selected for comfort, views, and sustainability.
Arrive in Tanzania Welcome to Tanzania! You’ll land at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where our representative will greet you and transfer you to your Arusha lodge. Relax after your flight and enjoy dinner with views of Mount Meru. Overnight in Arusha.
After an early breakfast, you drive into Tarangire National Park, one of Africa’s most beautiful and underrated landscapes. The land stretches wide with ancient baobabs and golden grasslands, creating a dreamlike scene. Tarangire is also home to vast elephant herds.
Transfer to Into the Serengeti After an early breakfast, journey toward Serengeti National Park, entering through the Naabi Hill Gate. The drive itself is a game-viewing experience as wildlife becomes more abundant. Spend the afternoon tracking predators across the Central Serengeti plains.
Today is dedicated to discovering the southern Serengeti. With packed lunches, you spend the day exploring regions known for wildlife concentrations and predator action.
Follow the movements of the Great Migration (location may shift seasonally), watch cheetahs scanning the grasslands, and track lions as they rest atop kopjes. Every moment in the Serengeti feels alive and unpredictable. Expect to see lions, cheetahs, and perhaps even a hunt unfolding before your eyes.
Spend another day in the Central Serengeti, exploring one of the most famous wildlife regions in the world. This is where the migration herds often pause, attracting big cats in numbers. Expect thrilling sightings of lions, cheetahs, and leopards
Depart after breakfast and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Spot rhinos, elephants, and the beautiful pink flamingos along the lake. Later, drive back to Karatu for the night.
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha for lunch and a bit of relaxation before transferring to JRO for your flight home — carrying unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s southern plains.
The great migration safari can be combined with a gorilla trekking adventure in Uganda. We offer flights from Serengeti to Bwindi (via Entebbe for customs)
