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
End of Dry Season
October
Dry season ending. Occasional clouds build. Still excellent.
🌡️ Temp:24–28°C
🌧️ Rainfall:Low
Park by Park, Wildlife Sightings
Serengeti (Central)
4/5
Herds returning south. Good central Serengeti viewing.
Ngorongoro Crater
5/5
Still excellent. Year-round park.
Tarangire
4/5
Good game viewing continuing.
Lake Manyara
4/5
Pre-rains birdlife build-up. Flamingos.
Kilimanjaro
4/5
Good trekking. Some cloud but manageable.
Month Highlights
→Herds returning south across Serengeti
→Green season rates beginning
→Still excellent wildlife
→Good value pricing
Best Activities
✓Classic safari
✓Budget safari
✓Ngorongoro crater
Full Year at a Glance
Peak Dry Season (Jun–Sep)
Calving Season (Jan–Feb)
Green Season (Nov–Dec)
Long Rains (Mar–May)