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Destination of the Day
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park is among the oldest game reserves in Tanzania. It's also one of the most iconic safari destinations in Africa. Located in the north of the country, it partly adjoins the Kenyan border and together with the Masai Mara National Reserve provides the backdrop for the annual Great Migration—considered by many to be the planet's most impressive natural event.
Wildlife
The park is home to the greatest concentration of plains game in Africa. This includes approximately 2 million wildebeest, 900,000 Thomson's gazelles, and 300,000 zebra. Due to the proliferation of prey animals, the Serengeti boasts Africa's largest population of lions and is one of the best places in the world to spot the elusive leopard. Here, it's also possible to see cheetahs, two species of hyena, and the endangered African wild dog. Smaller felines and nocturnal animals like the aardwolf and ground pangolin come out at night.
Things to Do
A traditional jeep safari is just one of several wildlife viewing experiences offered by lodges in and around the Serengeti. Although night safaris are banned within the park itself, many operators offer after-dark game drives in the private concessions of the greater Serengeti ecosystem. These are the only way to see the region's fascinating nocturnal wildlife. Other exciting options include walking safaris, horseback safaris, and charter flight safaris. There is even a sunrise hot air balloon safari—a very expensive and exclusive experience that will stay with you long after you return home.
Best Time to Go
If you want to witness the wildebeest calving season, the best time to visit Tanzania is between December and March. In April and May, heavy rains make it difficult to follow the herds as they start their long journey northwest, so try to avoid booking a safari at this time. To witness the herds on the move, head to the Western Serengeti in June and July.
Your Packing List
Typical clothing items to pack include khakis, a lightweight jacket or fleece sweater to keep warm in the evenings, and comfortable trekking shoes.
It's a good idea to wear long-sleeved shirts and pants to protect yourself from mosquitos. Camouflage is also a good option while out in the bush to blend in with nature.
Most safari vehicles will be well-equipped with at least a basic first aid kit. However, it is always a good idea to be over-prepared than under. Some items that should be in your own personal kit include mosquito repellant, malaria pills, antiseptic cream, and diarrhea medication.
A charming and somewhat understated place, Bakken ("The Hill" in Danish) dates back to 1583 and is the oldest, still-operating amusement park in the world. Located just outside of Copenhagen, King Frederick III established the forested area as a hunting reserve for himself and his royal entourage. Common people nonetheless flocked to the park, attracted by its freshwater spring, which, legend had it, delivered mystical healing powers. Today, the relatively small, classic park has the usual assortment of attractions, including Rutschebanen, a 72-foot-tall wooden roller coaster that dominates the skyline and encircles the park.
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