Simba Kopjes
Rock outcrops on the route from the southern gate to Seronera. The name means ‘lion’ in Swahili, and prides often rest and keep watch on the rocks.
Simba Kopjes lies along the main road from Naabi Hill Gate to Seronera, a transition zone between the southern plains and the central valley. ‘Simba’ means lion in Swahili. The granite outcrops give prides shade, lookout points and places to hide their cubs, so you will often see lions lying on the rocks in the afternoon. The surrounding grassland fills with wildebeest and zebras in the rainy season and is more barren in the dry season. Because it sits right on the main road, most safari vehicles entering or leaving the southern part of the park stop here to look for lions, so early morning or late afternoon passes are recommended.
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