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The Great Migration — the complete guide
When are the river crossings? What do you see in January versus August? Jonas explains it with 20 years of field experience.
15 October 2025
Read →Serengeti balloon safari — is it worth it?
A balloon over the Serengeti: it is expensive, it starts in the dark and it only lasts an hour. But it is also the most spectacular thing you will ever see from the air. Jonas gives his honest verdict.
22 March 2026
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Ndutu during calving season — the hidden pearl of the Serengeti
In January and February the greatest wildlife spectacle in Africa takes place not at the famous river crossings — but in the quiet Ndutu in the south of the Serengeti.
5 January 2026
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Serengeti zones — which zone suits your travel date?
The Serengeti is 14,763 km² large. Jonas explains which zone is best when — and why the choice of zone makes the difference between a good and unforgettable safari.
15 April 2026
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