Plan Your Trip
When to Go to Tanzania
Every month offers something different. Select your travel month to see what's happening on the ground — wildlife, weather, and how far ahead to book.
Current month
Late Dry Season
September
Still dry and clear. Wildlife excellent. Slightly warmer.
🌡️ Temp:22–27°C
🌧️ Rainfall:Very Low
Park by Park — Wildlife Sightings
Serengeti (North)
5/5
River crossings continuing. Herds beginning to sense south.
Ngorongoro Crater
5/5
Outstanding. Dry season continues.
Tarangire
4/5
Very good. Some animals begin dispersing.
Lake Manyara
4/5
Excellent wildlife and birdlife.
Kilimanjaro
5/5
Excellent trekking month. Clear summit views.
Month Highlights
→Final river crossings of the season
→Last chance for migration viewing
→Excellent all-round game viewing
→Great photography conditions
Best Activities
✓Migration safari
✓Classic safari
✓Kilimanjaro trek
High Demand Month
Luxury lodges and migration camps sell out 6–8 months in advance. Start planning now.
Full Year at a Glance
Peak Dry Season (Jun–Sep)
Calving Season (Jan–Feb)
Green Season (Nov–Dec)
Long Rains (Mar–May)