“Tanzania is home to some of Africa’s most famous national parks and is Africa’s visual masterpiece.“
From astounding wildlife on the plains of the Serengeti, wide open spaces, flawless islands of Zanzibar & Mafia, friendly people, fascinating cultures, Africa’s highest mountain Kilimanjaro, charming ancient towns and geological wonders, Tanzania has all of this and more.
When To Visit Tanzania
The best time to visit Tanzania depends on what wildlife you’d like to spot. The country’s seasons and wildlife numbers are dictated by the rains, so you’ll have a slightly different experience depending on when you choose to visit. Best time to visit Zanzibar and Mafia Islands is between January and October.
The best game viewing is from July to October when the country is at its driest. This coincides with the Great Migration (Wildebeest and Zebra crossing the Mara River); however, all the parks offer amazing wildlife sightings at this time as the grasses and bush are at their least dense. You will however see lots of game viewing vehicles.
Tanzania’s ‘green season’, between November and March, is much quieter. While there’s a chance of rain showers, it’s a fantastic time for birdwatching as migratory species arrive in their thousands. You’ll also see Great Migration herds with their newly born calves.
The only time we tend to avoid Tanzania is between April and May when heavy rains can disrupt wildlife viewing.