What is in Serengeti national park?.

Tropical elephant at Serengeti

Serengeti is where the wildebeest are concentrated for the pasture and water for the whole life, SERENGETI is located at the northern party of Tanzania.All tours safaris are planned in the Arusha.Arusha is the tourist city of Africa where almost all tour operators for safaris tours staying.

 how large is the elephant,
At the shoulder, African elephants are 9.8 to 13.1 feet tall, while the height of Asian elephants is between 6.6 and 11.5 feet.There are two subspecies of African elephants: Savanna and Forest. Members of the Serengeti subspecies are larger than those in the Forest subspecies. 
The baby phase of a elephant's life cycle can last from five years to a decade. This phase is characterized by a dependency on the mother elephant for food and protection. During this phase, the mother elephant teaches the baby elephant important life skills, such as how to use its trunk for drinking and bathing and how to live in a herd with other elephants.This phase ends when the baby is completely weaned from the mother's milk.

The adolescent phase lasts from the time the baby is weaned from the mother's milk until about 17 years of age. During the adolescent phase, elephants reach sexual maturity but do not yet mate. Male elephants often begin to break away from the main herd and form their own mini-pods during this period.
 The adult phase, which lasts from about 18 years of age until elephant dies. During adulthood, elephants mate and form new alliances with elephants from other herds. Like humans, elephants also begin to display age-related illnesses, such as arthritis and cardiovascular problems, during late adulthood.

Elephant reproduction

Female elephants typically only have one calf per pregnancy. They get pregnant every four to five years. Calves are usually born during the wet season. They can weigh up to 260 pounds at birth.
For the first 90 days of their lives, young calves rely only on the nutrition from their mother's milk. After that period of time, they are able to begin to forage for vegetation and use their trunks to collect water. They still continue to suckle milk to supplement their diets up until the mother elephant gives birth again. 

 

tropical lion

African lions at tropical eat large animals that they find in the grasslands, including antelopes, zebras and wildebeest. Asiatic lions eat large animals as well, such as goats, nilgai, chital, sambhar and buffaloes. They are also known to eat smaller animals.only one lion in one lions territory.

Ostrich in Tanzania at Ngorongoro.
The reproduction for the Ostrich is very interesting. During mating season the isolated living or pair living will merge into HERD GROUP. They will have a dominant male that takes care of them. They will also have a dominant female. She is the only one that the dominant male will mate with.
In order for the other males to mate they will have to attract females through a dancing ritual. She will have the final decision with who she is going to mate with. The females will only mate with one male but a male may mate with several females. There is one very large nest that is created for the eggs to be placed into.
This is the nest of the dominant female. Hers will be in the center of the nest where they are the most protected. There can be up to 60 eggs per nest when all is said and done. If there are more offered by the herd they won’t be included. The stronger females will get to place their eggs first. This process is a natural way for the strongest genetics to be able to survive.
They will each weigh about 3 pounds. After about 40 days they will be ready to emerge from the eggs. The young are well cared for and they will stay under the bodies of the adults in the herd. This protects them from sunlight because their feathers will be very thin and they can easily get sun burned. As they get older though their feathers will become thicker and they won’t need that protection.

What time to travel to Tanzania

June to October is the dry season but it is best time to go safaris in Tanzania to visit Northern circuit with different reasons.

• Wildebeest migration in Serengeti from Maasai Mara.
• Tarangire wild viewing.
• Kilimanjaro mountain climbing.

The best wildlife viewing months in Tanzania are during the Dry season from late June to October. The best chance of seeing the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti is during June and July and the time to see the wildebeest calving is late January to February. The southern and western circuit parks are best visited during the dry-season (June to October), unlike the more popular northern circuit parks that can be visited year-round. Tarangire is the only exception, since its wildlife viewing is considerably better in the dry-season as well.

June to October (All parks),

June-July and January-February (Serengeti for the wildebeest migration & calving)

High Season:July to March (northern circuit parks; they get crowded),

July to October (southern and western circuit parks; they don't really get crowded any time of the year)

Low Season:April and May (northern circuit parks still get quite a few visitors unlike the southern and western circuit parks, where many lodges close down)

Best Weather:June to October (Little to no rainfall)Worst Weather:March and April (Peak of Wet season).

June and July are the best months to see the wildebeest migration.Animals are easier to spot since they concentrate around waterholes and rivers and there is less vegetation.There are fewer mosquitoes because there is little to no rain.

Skies are clear and most days are sunny.Even though most tourists visit during the Dry season, the parks still don't feel crowded, except for the Seronera area in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater.Mornings and nights get cold. It's recommended to bring warm clothing for morning game drives in open vehicles during the months of June, July and August.

November to May - Wet Season

Late January to February is the time to see the calving in the southern Serengeti. This is an excellent time to see predator action.The scenery is green and beautiful. It's low season, meaning lower rates and less crowded parks.Although wildlife is easier to spot in the Dry season, you'll still see plenty and most northern circuit parks offer good year-round game viewing.
Migratory birds are present and bird watching is at its best.Except for March, April and May, rains are mostly short afternoon showers and seldom have a negative impact on your trip.March to May is the peak of the Wet season.Most big wildlife has migrated out of Tarangire NP and game viewing in Katavi, Selous and Ruaha is clearly better during the Dry season.

Best time to go to Tanzania by major park.
The Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater offer good wildlife viewing throughout the year. June and July are the best months for seeing the migration and February is the best month for the wildebeest calving. The dry months offer good game viewing throughout Tanzania. Tarangire and the southern and western circuit parks (including Katavi, Selous and Ruaha) are best visited in the Dry season, from June to October. Serengeti National Park.

Foreign travel advice to Tanzania for all time.

Tanzania
Frankly speaking Tanzania is among the leading top safe country in Africa of all time.It is almost safety to travel in Tanzania much more than any other country in Africa yes but there are some minor safety you must take in Tanzania as it is in London, Paris, Bangkok and Jerusalem.
Crime

Although most visits to Tanzania are trouble-free, violent and armed crime is increasing. The British High Commission continues to receive several reports each month of British nationals who are the victims of mugging and bag snatching (especially by passing cars or motorbikes) and armed robbery and burglary have increased throughout the country.

 In Dar es Salaam, British tourists have been kidnapped, robbed and forced with the threat of violence to withdraw cash from ATMs and arrange cash transfers up to £5,000 through Western Union after being befriended by strangers or using unlicensed taxis.

Walk as far away from the road as possible. If you need to walk alongside the road, walk towards the traffic. Avoid carrying large amounts of cash or other valuables including expensive jewellery or watches. Leave your passport in the hotel safe and carry a photocopy for ID.

If you’re attacked, don’t resist. If you carry a bag, it is safer to hold it loosely by the handle or hanging off your shoulder rather than by securing the strap across your chest. Don’t accept lifts from strangers or use unlicensed taxis. Ask your local hotel to book a taxi and always ask to see the driver’s ID. Avoid walking alone, particularly in isolated areas and on beaches.

Take particular care in places frequented by tourists. In Dar es Salaam, tourists have been targeted in the city centre, at Ubungo bus station, the peninsula area and Coco beach. In Zanzibar incidents have taken place in Stone Town and at hotels and on popular tourist beaches.

Make sure residential property is secure and lock all doors and windows, especially at night. Your security guard should insist on official identification before allowing anyone to enter your property or compound. If in doubt don’t let them in and raise the alarm.

In 2013, two British women were the victims of an acid attack in Stone Town, Zanzibar. This appeared to be the first acid attack in Zanzibar targeting foreigners. We prefer you to and direct to Arusha through KIA Kilimanjaro Airport.It is much safe.

You should remain vigilant at all times.

Local travel

Information about travel in remote areas can be patchy. Invest in an up-to-date travel guide and only use reliable tour companies.

National Parks

Careful planning is important to get the best out of your safari. If you choose to camp, only use official sites. Make sure you are properly equipped and seek local advice when travelling to isolated areas. Some parks are extremely remote, and emergency access and evacuation can be difficult.

There are risks associated with viewing wildlife, particularly on foot or at close range. Always follow park regulations and wardens’ advice, and make sure you have the correct documentation or permit before entering a national park.

Tourism Tax

On 1 July 2016, the Tanzanian government introduced VAT at 18% for all tourism-related services in Tanzania. The change means that services previously not taxed such as tour guiding, park fees, and transport are now subject to VAT. Prior to 1 July VAT applied to some services that tourists pay for such as accommodation and meals.

Trekking

If you are trekking or climbing, only use a reputable travel company, stick to established routes and always walk in groups. Make sure you are well prepared and equipped to cope with the terrain and low temperatures. The extreme altitude on Mount Kilimanjaro can cause altitude sickness.

Burundi border/Kigoma region

Take particular care in the area bordering Burundi/Kigoma region. There have been armed robberies in this area, including vehicle hijackings. You should only drive in daylight hours. There are few facilities for visitors.

River & Sea travel

In the last few years there have been 3 ferry disasters in which hundreds of people have died. These were ferries travelling between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar and between the islands of Zanzibar.

Use a reputable ferry company and if you believe a ferry to be overloaded or unseaworthy, don’t get on. Familiarise yourself with emergency procedures on board and make a note of where the life jackets and emergency exits are located.

You should also beware of aggressive ticket touts at Tanzanian ports.

While there have been no successful piracy attacks since May 2012 off the coast of Somalia and in the Gulf of Aden, the threat of piracy related activity and armed robbery in the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean remains significant. Reports of attacks on local fishing dhows in the area around the Gulf of Aden and Horn of Africa continue. The combined threat assessment of the international Naval Counter Piracy Forces remains that all sailing yachts under their own passage should remain out of the designated High Risk Area or face the risk of being hijacked and held hostage for ransom. For more information and advice, see our Piracy and armed robbery at sea page.

Road travel

If you plan to drive during a visit to Tanzania, you will need an International Driving Permit.

Take care when driving. Road conditions are generally poor and there are a large number of accidents, often involving inter-city buses. There have been a number of serious bus crashes that have resulted in fatalities and injuries to tourists. If you have concerns about the safety of the vehicle, or the ability of the driver, use alternative transport.

Driving conditions in Tanzanian’s national parks can be unpredictable as the roads around the parks, mainly dirt tracks, are generally poor and can become hazardous or impassable after heavy rain. A 4x4 vehicle is often required.

Keep doors locked, windows up and valuables out of sight, as vehicles are sometimes targeted by thieves. Be particularly careful at night when there is a higher incidence of crime and drunk driving. Avoid driving out of town at night. If you become aware of an unusual incident, or if somebody out of uniform tries to flag you down, it is often safer not to stop.

If you’re stopped by the police, ask to see identification before making any payments for traffic violations.

Train travel

There have been several accidents on Tanzanian railways. Seek local advice for any long-distance train travel.

Political situation

Demonstrations and political rallies happen regularly across Tanzania (including on the islands of Unguja (Zanzibar) and Pemba). Some have turned violent and resulted in fatalities. Police may use tear gas for crowd control. Keep up to date with local and international events and avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings. If you become aware of any nearby protests, leave the area immediately and monitor our Travel Advice, Twitterand local media for up-to-date information.