The Serengeti National Park was originally inhabited by the Masai people who used to use these as graze grounds. The Park derives its name from the Masai people. The word “siringet,” which translated as a place where the land runs on, is where the park gets its name.
The park covers an area of about 14,763 square Kilometers. Making it one of the biggest parks in Tanzania as well. The endless plains as described by the Masai are home to the wildebeests that are highly sought after animals during their calving season and migrating season. The park is a continuation of the Masai Mara game reserve in Kenya. This makes it easy for the wildebeest to move to Kenya in the dry season in search of water and greener grass.
Watching the wildebeest move thousands of Kilometers as they make their way from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara is such a spectacular experience. Everyone should have a chance to witness. The gazelles and Zebras are another group of animals that are work watching. They move together with the millions of wildebeest to cross from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara.
Is Serengeti National Park Safe?
The Serengeti National park is a secure area. It has two major gates and two smaller gates. These gates are well manned and proper security protocols are followed for every one entering the conservation area. There have been no reports of any safety issues over the last 25 years. There are just isolated incidences of crime like breaking into cars to steal property and this can happen anywhere in the world.
It is therefore wise that you mind you property and make sure you don’t live it unattended to. Most accommodation facilities have security but don’t take nay thing for granted. You will be given an armed ranger just in case you need any but some excursions really need one as a must.
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