From December to early March, the Serengeti sheds its harsh dry-season coat and reveals its lushest self.

Gone is the dust, replaced by a time of extraordinary richness: warm rains bring carpets of wildflowers, newborn wildlife wobbles on unsteady legs, and predators stalk on easy prey. This is when the natural rhythm reveals itself to those wise enough to listen.

The rain-kissed landscapes are alive with drama - dramatic skies, thrilling predator encounters, and the awe-inspiring sight of newborn life taking its first steps. This unparalleled safari experience promises unforgettable memories, far from the usual tourist trail.

Yet, the real jewel in the crown lies in the far north of the park. Visit Lamai, our eco-lodge hidden on a prime kopje position overlooking the vast plains towards the Masai Mara.

5 reasons to experience the Serengeti

Witness the wildebeest calving up close

Experience the miracle of life as thousands of wildebeest calves take their first steps in the Serengeti. This spectacle also attracts prime predator action, creating an electrifying opportunity for wildlife photography and observation of predator-prey interactions.

Fewer crowds, more wilderness

The green season is a time of fewer travellers, allowing you to walk untrodden paths into areas of rich wilderness and have the place almost to yourself. As our guides have always said, the term "off-peak" doesn't do this time of year justice.

Stunning landscapes and dramatic skies

With rolling clouds and dynamic light, the Serengeti landscape becomes a dream for photographers, perfect for capturing the beauty of Tanzania's most iconic park in all its kissed glory.

Affordable safari circuits and exclusive lodging options

This time of year can offer attractive deals and, in some cases, off-peak camp rates. But for us at Nomad, this is our favourite time of year - a secret season that delivers an incredible safari experience. Those that can travel at this time will love it!

Look beyond the obvious and head north

Lamai, in the far north of the park, is the leopard paradise. The area's balance of cover, prey, and open vantage points is why almost every guest has the thrill of spotting a leopard here, blending in one moment and effortlessly poised in plain view the next.

Itineraries

When planning a safari in Tanzania, the secret lies in following nature’s lead. Using decades of local knowledge we can build the very best itineraries – leaving room for the spontaneity that unlocks those truly magical moments.

Entamanu | SSC | Lamai

Lamai delivers an exclusive safari experience not to be missed. You'll come for the migration, but it's the north of the park you won't want to leave.

Entamanu | SSC

Immerse yourself in the main event on the southern short grass plains of the Serengeti as the wildebeest calving season begins.

The best time of year to visit Tanzania?

We often wonder—does the term “green season” resonate beyond the safari world? Within Africa’s wildlife and safari circles, the phrase is widely celebrated: the landscape sheds its harsh dry-season coat and reveals a picture that safari connoisseurs have long treasured.

Life changing experiences

A safari in Tanzania with Nomad is all about life-changing experiences and this remains our promise to you. Totally immersive safaris that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Reviews

C. Haroz

Review for lamai

Fantastic Safari Experience

Absolutely our favorite experience on our Tanzania safari trip. From the moment we arrived, the staff greeted us with genuine kindness and the desire to make sure our experience was outstanding. Everyone introduced themselves which made it very clear their goal was to make us feel welcome. It was ob...

M. Robertson

Review for entamanu

Lifetime Experience with Nomad

Travelling with Nomad has been a once in a lifetime experience with fantastic guides and staff we couldn’t have asked for anything better truly magical and would go again with Nomad

M. Ereshefsky

Review for entamanu

Lovely Stay

The room was perfect- the food was delicious- and the staff was incredible. We had a lovely stay and would highly recommend!

J. Malcharek

Review for entamanu

Exemplary Service and Accommodation

Spectacular natural setting matched by exemplary service and accommodation

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