SERENGETI
Operator’s Deep Guide: The Mechanics of the Endless Plains
15,000
Square Kilometers
1.5M
Migrating Wildebeest
3,000
Resident Lions
Regional Zoning
The Serengeti is too vast for a single visit. Strategic routing requires understanding the distinct seasonal character of each sector.
Southern Plains / Ndutu
Short-grass plains ideal for calving (Jan-Feb). This is the epicenter of predator action and high-visibility photography.
Central Seronera
The valley of the big cats. Permanent water makes this the most reliable zone for leopard sightings and general game density.
Northern Kogatende
Stage for the Mara River crossings. Dramatic kopje landscapes and high-stakes river action define this remote northern tip.
The Migration Engine
Resident Wildlife Profile
Predator Dominance
3,000 Lions, 1,000 Leopards, and one of Africa's largest Cheetah populations in the East.
Endangered Residents
Under 70 Black Rhinos remain, strictly protected in the Moru Kopjes zone.
Avian Wealth
500+ species, from the massive Ostrich to the Kori Bustard and endemic Secretary Birds.
Field Protocols
Park Hours
Strict gate times from 06:00 to 18:00. No unauthorized night driving in the main park.
Driving Ethics
Off-road driving is prohibited. Maintain 25 meters from wildlife at all times.
Aerial Policy
Drones are strictly banned near river crossings and require high-level national permits elsewhere.
Logistics
4x4 Land Cruisers with radio/satellite comms are mandatory for deep field coordination.