About
Simba Kopjes, also known as Simba Rocks or Lion Rocks, are a cluster of granite boulders rising from the open plains of the southeastern Serengeti in Tanzania's Arusha Region. They sit within Serengeti National Park, and the name reflects their reputation as prime territory for lions.
What to expect
The kopjes are an attraction for those who want a viewpoint over the short-grass plains. From the rocks, the land stretches out wide and open, which makes the surroundings easy to take in. The setting is best suited to a slow, unhurried visit, with time to look across the landscape and watch what moves through it.
Wildlife and the Great Migration
- The boulders are known as lion country, so lions are the animals most visitors hope to see here.
- The plains around the kopjes are part of the area where the Great Migration passes through, and the views are especially associated with that season.
- Because the rocks stand clear of the grass, they give a broad field of view across the plains.
Planning your visit
Simba Kopjes lie deep in the southeastern part of the park, so they are reached as part of a visit to the Serengeti rather than as a stop on their own. Visitors often combine a visit here with other parts of the park, using the kopjes as one stage in a wider journey across the plains. Bring patience and binoculars, and allow time to explore the wider park around the rocks.