Tanzania has been a favourite travel destination for Africans due to its national parks, diverse wildlife, and the Great Migration - an event known worldwide. The right time of year to go on a safari in Tanzania will make for an unforgettable experience, as visitors can see lions in the Serengeti and elephants walking under Mt. Kilimanjaro. Knowing the best time to visit Tanzania will allow travellers to experience the country's beautiful wildlife and scenery, as well as its unique way of life.
Understanding Tanzania’s Safari Seasons
Tanzania nurtures two major seasons that affect safari experiences: dry and wet. Each of these seasons offers different advantages for guests seeking the best African Safari Holidays.
Dry Season (June – October) – The Peak Season for Safaris:
The dry season is widely accepted as the best time to go on safari viewing in Tanzania. During the dry season, animals congregate at rivers and waterholes, making them easier to spot in Tanzania's major national parks, including the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire.
The dry season is also when many of the main Great Migration river crossings happen in the northern part of the Serengeti. During this spectacular event, thousands of wildebeest and zebras will attempt to cross rivers full of crocodiles. This river crossing creates an unforgettable wildlife experience for guests on their best African safari holidays.
The dry season generally offers good weather with sunshine and minimal rain, and mornings and evenings are cool, making it great for game drives and photography.
Green Season (November to May):
The Green Season is a beautiful time to be in Tanzania. If you have witnessed Tanzania in the dry season, you were impressed. The Green Season is another special time to visit, with its own beauty. It is the time when animals such as wildebeest and zebras give birth, followed by the calving season between January and March in the southern part of the Serengeti.
Another beauty of the Green Season is its abundance of migratory birds. Birds migrate to Tanzania around this time, and bird lovers can take advantage of more than 450 species, as tourist volume is low during the green season. You will experience a much quieter, more peaceful environment on your safari, and your rates will typically be lower, and the lodges usually accommodate fewer guests.
Photographers and nature enthusiasts alike will have many opportunities to enjoy some of the best African safari holidays during this period. There will be more visual stimuli in the landscape due to the dramatic cloud formations, more colourful vegetation, and more wildlife activity.
Most Popular Safari Destinations in Tanzania
There’s never a bad time to experience Tanzania’s remarkable animal population. Some of Tanzania’s most popular safari destinations include the following:
- Serengeti National Park – Renowned for Sightings of the Large Cats and the Annual Great Migration;
- Ngorongoro Crater: A UNESCO World Heritage Site with a lot of different types of wildlife.
- Tarangire National Park: Features large herds of elephants and ancient Baobab Trees;
- Lake Manyara National Park: Features: (1) Lions that climb trees; (2) Lots of birds.
Having local guides to take you through these areas maximises wildlife sightings during your African Safari Vacations/Itineraries.
Plan Your Safari with Migsam Safaris
The best time to visit Tanzania will depend on your travel goals. Some tourists may want to see the Great Migration during their trip; others may want to watch newborn animals or visit Tanzania during less-busy safari times amid the lush green forest.
The tour operators at Migsam Safaris have extensive knowledge and experience across the different Tanzanian parks throughout the seasons to help tourists plan customised trip itineraries that provide the best possible experience for each tourist.
Located in Tanzania, Migsam Safaris provides guests with authentic safari experiences, led by professional tour guides who share their love of wildlife and are knowledgeable about the local fauna. Migsam Safaris covers a range from simply seeing a bit of the Serengeti (Serengeti Great tours) to customised safari tours.
Plan your safari trip and learn why Tanzania is among the best places to spend an unforgettable time in Africa.
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