Best Time to Visit Tanzania

No single month is best for everyone in Tanzania. The right time depends on what matters most to you, so it helps to decide your priorities first.

For the Easiest Wildlife Viewing

Travel from June to October, the long dry season. The grass is short and animals gather near water, so sightings are easier in almost every park.

For the Great Migration

The herds move all year. For the dramatic Mara River crossings in the north, aim for about July to October. For the calving season on the southern plains, go from December to March. Our migration guide explains each month.

For Lower Prices and Quieter Parks

Choose November or April to May, during the short and long rains. Game viewing is still good, and both lodge prices and visitor numbers drop noticeably.

For Kilimanjaro

January to mid-March and June to October are the driest months on the mountain.

For Zanzibar

June to October and December to February are the island's dry seasons, and they fit neatly with the best safari months.