Jan
Green seasonWildlife: Herds converge on the southern plains ahead of the calving season.
Green-season herds gather on the southern plains ahead of the wildebeest calving season.
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Serengeti, Tanzania · National park
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All inclusive (AI)
Three meals per day, Beverages including house wines, local beer and well spirits and 2 more
77 rooms
Terrace Suite Water Hole View, Terrace Suite, Horizon Room Water Hole View and 6 more
Children 2 and over
Family rooms available
By air
45 min from Seronera Airstrip (SEU)
Wi-Fi in rooms
Solar power
Overview
About Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti brings a full-service lodge to the central Serengeti, with 77 rooms, suites and villas around an active wildlife watering hole. The infinity pool offers another place to watch elephants, while the spa, gym and children's programme give time away from game drives a purpose. Accommodation ranges from Savannah and Horizon rooms to suites and villas with private pools. Three meals, selected drinks and a laundry credit are included; safari activities and airstrip transfers cost extra. Children are welcome from age two, making this a practical choice for families who want a broad range of facilities.
“A strong fit for families who want safari outings alongside a pool, spa and children's programme, with the chance to watch wildlife without leaving the lodge.”
Best for
FamiliesLuxury seekersLeisureGroups
Known for
What you can expect to see
Big FiveLionLeopardElephantRhinoBuffaloWildebeestThe migration
Elephants gather at the watering hole beside the infinity pool, with game drives exploring the central Serengeti and the shifting migration routes.
Your stay
What's included
Board: All inclusive (AI)
Special offer: Stay four nights and pay for three on selected dates from 2 November to 20 December 2026, 1 January to 30 June 2027, and 1 September to 20 December 2027. The free night follows three consecutive paid nights; blackout dates apply and the offer cannot be combined with other offers or used for groups.
Included
- Three meals per day
- Beverages including house wines, local beer and well spirits
- Laundry credit
- Refrigerated private bar
Not included
- Park fees
- Concession fees
- Transfers
National park and overnight concession fees are charged separately, as are airstrip transfers.
Optional extras (at a cost)
Game drives, walking safaris and hot-air balloon safaris cost extra. Balloon safaris are for guests aged seven and over.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Gym
- Children's programme
- Wine cellar
- Library
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Public WiFi
- Kids club
In your room
- Wi-Fi in your room
- En-suite bathroom
- Air-conditioning
- Tea/coffee station
- In-room WiFi
- Safe
Rooms
Where you sleep
- Terrace Suite Water Hole View4 at the property · sleeps 3 adults · Two twin trundle beds · Private pool, Outdoor shower
- Terrace Suite8 at the property · sleeps 3 adults · Two twin trundle beds · Private pool, Outdoor shower
- Horizon Room Water Hole View12 at the property · sleeps 3 adults and 1 child · King bed or extra bed for one child aged 2 to 10 · Separate shower, Deep soaking tub
- Horizon Room24 at the property · sleeps 3 adults and 1 child · King bed or extra bed for one child aged 2 to 10 · Private terrace, Refrigerated private bar
- Savannah Room Water Hole View8 at the property · sleeps 3 adults and 1 child · King bed or extra bed for one child aged 2 to 10 · Private balcony, Separate shower, Deep soaking tub
- Savannah Room16 at the property · sleeps 3 adults and 1 child · King bed or extra bed for one child aged 2 to 10 · Private balcony, Refrigerated private bar
- Presidential Villa1 at the property · sleeps 6 adults and 2 children · Private pool, Outdoor showers
- Two-Bedroom Villa2 at the property · sleeps 4 adults and 3 children · Private pool, Pool deck, Outdoor shower
- One-Bedroom Villa2 at the property · sleeps 3 adults and 1 child · Sleeper sofa · Private pool, Outdoor shower
Activities
Things to do
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- Seronera Airstrip (SEU)
- 45 min transfer
- Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
- How you arrive
- By air · 45 min from Seronera Airstrip (SEU)
- Transfers
- The lodge is a 45-minute drive from Seronera Airstrip, reached by connecting flights within Tanzania.
- Luggage
- 15 kg per person in soft bags
Good to know
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 14:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Children
- Ages 2 and over. Family rooms available
- Dietary needs
- Special diets catered for
- Power
- Solar power
- Malaria
- Malaria area. Ask your doctor about prevention.
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Green season
- February: Green season
- March: Green season
- April: Green season
- May: Green season
- June: Dry season, best game viewing
- July: Dry season, best game viewing
- August: Good
- September: Good
- October: Good
- November: Green season
- December: Green season
- Dry season, best game viewing
- Good
- Green season
Month-by-month notes
Feb
Green seasonWildlife: Wildebeest calving season begins.
Wildebeest calving begins on the southern plains during the green season.
Mar
Green seasonWildlife: Herds graze on the southern plains.
Green-season grazing keeps the herds on the southern plains.
Apr
Green seasonWildlife: Herds begin heading north and are often seen in central Serengeti.
Lush landscapes and clear air suit photography as herds begin moving north through the central Serengeti.
May
Green seasonWildlife: The park is lush and green after the rains.
The park remains lush and green as migrating herds move north.
Jun
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Wildebeest masses cross the Grumeti River.
The landscape dries and herds move towards the Grumeti River, bringing strong migration-viewing opportunities.
Jul
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Herds reach the north of the park by late July.
Drying landscapes frame migrating herds as they reach the far north of the park towards the end of July.
Aug
GoodWildlife: Herds cross the Mara River towards Kenya's Maasai Mara.
The dry months bring Mara River crossings towards Kenya's Maasai Mara.
Sep
GoodWildlife: Herds cross the Mara River towards Kenya's Maasai Mara.
The dry months bring Mara River crossings towards Kenya's Maasai Mara.
Oct
GoodWildlife: Herds begin returning across the river into central Serengeti.
Clouds begin to gather as herds start returning towards the central Serengeti.
Nov
Green seasonWildlife: Short rains begin and the migration returns southward.
Short rains accompany the migration's southward return.
Dec
Green seasonWildlife: The migration moves towards the southern plains.
Short rains and southward-moving herds mark the approach to the southern plains.
How we judge each month
- Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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