The Southern sector of Serengeti is located in the southern region of the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Stretching from the bottom of the heart of the Serengeti; the Central Region all the way to the renowned Ngorongoro Conservation area, this sector is the most easily accessible after the Central region.
A mixture of small rivers, woodland areas, scattered acacia trees, rolling hills, granite kopjes and open grasslands cover this region of the Serengeti.
With these different habitats, the Southern region is home to wide range of animals; wildebeests, zebras, lions, buffalos, leopards, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, gazelles and varies bird species, presenting great game viewing experiences during game drives.
Best time to visit
Plan to visit this sector in the months between December and May for a chance to see the migrants return from the migration, as they settle in into the Southern sector, they prepare for the calving season which you can witness in January and February, where thousands of wildebeest calves are born closely watched by the hungry predators of the Serengeti.
The Lions, cheetahs, hyenas and leopards are in abundance in this sector. This makes it one of the best areas to spot the Great migration animals prepare to set foot Northwards as the rains come to an end and the grass in this sector starts to dry up.
Activities you can do in this sector
Hot air ballooning safaris
Take the hot air balloon in Serengeti and have a different view of the wildlife in the area, while enjoying the beautiful landscapes watching them as far as your eyes can see. Get to watch the calving season (February) from the skies. Seeing the birth of the wildebeest calves. It is advisable to book for this activity in advance.
Walking safaris
An exceptional safari experience, a guided walking safari in the Serengeti National Park. The Southern sector is one of the few places you can do it. Imagine standing on the same ground with the animals of the Serengeti.
Take on this activity to immerse yourself in nature. Be one with nature as you also get a chance to witness the smaller wildlife. You would so miss out on during the game drive like the interesting dung beetle.
In conclusion, one should note that the Southern Sector of the Serengeti is a seasonal region. During the dry season, not much is taking place in this sector as most of the animals have moved on out of the area on the Great Migration following the rains in search of fresh grazing grounds.
On the other hand, in the months the animals return from the Great migration (December – January). During the calving season in February, one is advised to book their accommodation in advance as the few available lodges and camps in the area get occupied fast.
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