A UNESCO world heritage site, Serengeti National Park is famous for the “greatest show on earth”, a phenomenon where millions of white-bearded wildebeest move inexorably through the African savannah, to cross the Mara River. Mingling with this mass of gnu – on the open grasslands – are lively gatherings of Grant’s Zebra, where stallions shepherd their harems toward the dangerous crossings, where fat Nile crocodiles skulk. Antelope like Common eland, topi and Thompson’s gazelle join in the melee.
Following the aggregations of herbivores, on the plains of this unspoiled ecosystem, are hundreds of predators, satiated by regular meals with easy hunting. The lion and leopard population are impressive, hyena clans thrive, African wild dog, East African cheetah and python have their fill. All in all, the migration is a miracle of nature, guaranteeing adrenaline-fuelled adventure for safari goers.
Spectacular birding includes specials like Fishcher’s lovebird, rufous-tailed weaver, grey-breasted spurfowl, yellow-necked spurfowl and yellow-throated sandgrouse, a few of over 500 avian species. The image below is a white-headed buffalo weaver.
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