Planning your dream safari in Tanzania? Timing is everything. Here's when to go for the best wildlife experiences:

Dry Season (June – October) – BEST TIME

• Why it's ideal: Animals gather around water sources, making them easier to spot.

• Weather: Cool and dry with minimal rainfall.

• Top Picks:

  • Serengeti – Witness the Great Migration (especially June–July and again in October).

  • Ngorongoro Crater – Excellent game viewing year-round, but clearest in dry months.

  • Tarangire National Park – Elephants galore during the dry season.

Green Season (November – March) – GOOD for Birding & Fewer Crowds

• Why it's still great:

  • Lush scenery and baby animals born in the wild.

  • Fewer tourists = peaceful lodges and parks.

• Bird watchers: This is the best season for migratory species.

• Calving Season (Jan–Feb): Thousands of wildebeest give birth in the Southern Serengeti.

Long Rains (April – May) – LOW SEASON

• Why to avoid: Some roads become impassable; fewer lodges open.

• Upside: Big discounts and a more private safari for intrepid travelers.

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