That all depends where and when you go! While there are plenty of species that stay in the region or even specific parks throughout the year, many others migrate in and out based on the season.
If there are any specific animals you’d like to see, make sure to let your guide know while you’re in the planning process so they can make sure to include areas where sightings will be common. However, regardless of where you go in the Northern Circuit, there are plenty of opportunities to see some of the region’s most sought-after wildlife. Barring a few animals that are exclusive to certain parks, the chances are good you’ll see:
Big cats: Lions, cheetahs, and leopards.
Large mammals: Elephants, giraffes, hippos and the rare black rhino.
Hooved mammals: Wildebeest, zebras, gazelle, warthogs, elands, dik-diks, kudu, waterbuck, hartebeest, and more.
Other predators: Hyenas, crocodiles, several fox species, serval, jackals, mongoose, civets, and wild dogs.
Primates: Baboons, red colobus and blue monkeys, and other smaller species.
Hundreds of bird species including hornbills, Fischer’s lovebirds, vultures, and parrots.