Best time to visit Tanzania
Best time of year to visit Tanzania
As the dry season suits perfectly for observing wildlife, the busy period from June to October is the best time to visit Tanzania. Even though the parks are overly crowded during these months, the Great Migration and wildebeest river crossing will make your jaw drop.
Moreover, this is also a fantastic time to explore Lake Natron without a pack of mosquitos around. Just bring a sweatshirt with you because the nights might be a tad chilly. November marks the beginning of the wet season, with the heaviest showers taking place between March and May.
January and February are good months to witness the calving in South Serengeti. Climbing the beautiful Kilimanjaro is another great plan. Besides, the trip during the wet season suggests less packed parks and significantly lower rates. So, why not just pack a raincoat?
12 THINGS TO DO IN TANZANIA (JULY 31 - AUGUST 09)
Wildebeest Migration
Witness one of the greatest miracles of the world
Lake Natron
Stunning view on the lake attracts people from all over the world, but repels the wildlife
Pemba Flying Fox Breeding Season
See a breathtaking sight as these huge bats take to the air, launching off en-masse as they depart for their evening hunt...for fruit
Watching Active Hippos
Hippos may seem lazy when lying in a muddy, stinky pools, but quickly they can burst into loud fighting for territory and females. You can witness the spectacle during the dry season
Spice Harvest and Tours
Clove, cinnamon, turmeric, nutmeg, lemon grass, vanilla, black pepper, cardamom, saffron... This wonderful aroma spreads through the whole island!
Elephant Herds
Huge herds of elephants is a common picture in Tanzania, so come see these giants walking free in their natural habitat
Diving and Snorkeling
One of the best diving destinations of the world
Sea Turtle Hatchlings
The beaches of Tanzania are among the best places to see this miracle of nature
Baboon Troops
One of the most famous places in the world to see baboons is here in Tanzania, so don't miss your chance
Fishing
Enjoy your favourite activity in Tanzania's various beautiful locations. You can try inland fishing as well as coastal and deep sea fishing
Bullfighting on Pemba Island
It is not as bloody as the Spanish version nor as cruel as the Portuguese, but quite a picturesque spectacle
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing
This is a truly blessed season for fishermen!
6 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Mwaka Kogwa Festival in Zanzibar
out of rangeCelebrate the Persian New Year in Zanzibar which has neatly been incorporated into tradition
Flamingos
out of rangeMillions of pink flamingos gather on Lake Natron to lay eggs
Kilimanjaro Marathon
out of rangeRun 42 kilometres of amazing nature, endurance, and competition
Serengeti Cultural Festival
on holdMuch more than just a safari—learn about African nature and meet the people of various local tribes and see their performances and handcrafts
Baobab Fruit Season
out of rangeThese amazing trees that create such a unique and famous landscape for Africa are also sources of food and water for both people and animals
Birdwatching
out of rangeA giant variety of bird species living in diverse natural habitats promises a great experience for birdwatchers
