A quick-reference list of what you might see, with links for more detail.
East Africa’s parks hold hundreds of mammal species and over a thousand bird species. Use this list to prepare, and ask your guide to help you find the animals that interest you most.
Quick FactsLion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino.
Gorilla, chimpanzee, monkeys, baboons.
Zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, antelope, gazelle.
Hippo, crocodile.
Lions, leopards and cheetahs, hyenas, wild dogs.
Elephants, buffalo, rhinos, giraffes, zebras.
Hippos and crocodiles, gazelle vs antelope, wildebeest.
Frequently Asked QuestionsLion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.
Not usually.
Serengeti, Mara and Queen Elizabeth.
Yes, for the best sightings.
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Explore →Great apes, forest monkeys and troops of baboons across the region’s forests.
Explore →East Africa lists over a thousand species, from papyrus specialists to forest endemics and flamingo flocks.
Explore →The Great Migration and Africa’s most famous open plains. Plan a luxury Serengeti safari with Ameera Africa Safaris.
Explore →Tell us your dates and interests and we will design the route around you.
