Best Time to Visit Tanzania for a Safari.
A Month-by-Month Guide
Tanzania is one of the world’s top safari destinations, offering incredible wildlife experiences throughout the year. However, the best time to visit depends on what you want to see and experience. Below is a month-by-month guide to help you plan your perfect safari..
Best Time for Safari: Dry Season vs. Wet Season.
Tanzania has two main seasons:
Wet Season (November – May) – Lush landscapes, fewer tourists, and great for birdwatching.
Dry Season (June – October) – Best for wildlife viewing as animals gather around water sources.
Month-by-Month Safari Guide
January – February (Great for Calving Season in Serengeti)
Weather: Warm with occasional rain
Wildlife: Thousands of wildebeest give birth in the southern Serengeti, attracting predators like lions and cheetahs.
Best Parks: Serengeti (Ndutu area), Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire
March – May (Green Season – Lush but Wet)
Weather: Heavy rains make some roads muddy and difficult to access.
Wildlife: Fewer crowds and excellent birdwatching as migratory birds arrive.
Best Parks: Serengeti (still good for predators), Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara
June – July (Great Migration River Crossings Begin)
Weather: Dry season begins, cool and pleasant.
Wildlife: Large herds of wildebeest start migrating north; first river crossings happen in Grumeti.
Best Parks: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire
August – October (Peak Safari Season & Great Migration Crossings)
Weather: Dry and sunny, best for game drives.
Wildlife: The Great Migration reaches the Mara River, famous for dramatic river crossings with crocodiles.
Best Parks: Northern Serengeti, Tarangire (elephant season), Ruaha, Selous
November – December (Short Rains, But Still Great for Safari)
Weather: Short rains start, but safaris continue.
Wildlife: Wildebeest start moving back south, and baby animals begin appearing.
Best Parks: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Selous, Mahale (for chimp trekking)
Final Recommendation: When Should You Go?
For the Great Migration: June – October
For Calving Season & Predators: January – February
For Fewer Crowds & Budget Safaris: March – May
For Birdwatching: November – March
No matter when you visit, Tanzania offers breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. Book your safari with Alanana Wild Safaris for an unforgettable adventure!
