EliNa Safaris · When to Go
When to Go, and Why.
Tanzania has no bad time to visit - but the right season depends entirely on what you want to see.
What do you want to see?
The year at a glance
Great Migration
Dry season
July
Tanzania mainland:Main dry season. The classic river-crossing season on the Mara River in the northern Serengeti; at the same time Tanzania's tourist high season - more guests, higher prices.
Zanzibar:Dry, high season.
Great Migration: River crossings on the Mara River in the northern Serengeti.
Why this matters
Want to see the Great Migration river crossings? Aim for July to September in the Northern Serengeti.
See The Grand ExpeditionWant newborn wildebeest calves and non-stop predator action? Aim for January to March in Ndutu and the Southern Serengeti.
See Your Safari, Your WayTravelling on a tighter budget, or want to avoid the crowds? The long-rains months (April-May) bring lower prices and quieter parks - some camps close, so we will help you choose carefully.
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