The best time for a Tanzania safari can vary depending on your preferences and what you hope to experience during your trip. Tanzania offers excellent wildlife viewing throughout the year, but certain seasons may be better for specific activities or sightings. Here are some guidelines:
Dry Season (June to October): This period is considered the best time for safaris in Tanzania. The weather is dry, making it easier to spot wildlife as they gather around water sources. The vegetation is less dense, improving visibility. July to September is particularly popular as it's the wildebeest migration season in the Serengeti.
Wet Season (November to May): This period includes the short rains from November to December and the long rains from March to May. While the wet season can offer more lush landscapes and fewer crowds, it may also make some roads impassable and wildlife harder to spot as they disperse. However, this can be a good time for birdwatching, and the scenery is beautifully green.
Calving Season (January to February): In the southern Serengeti, this time sees, the wildebeest giving birth to their young. It's a unique experience to witness the circle of life as predators hunt amidst the abundance of newborns.