The best time to visit Tanzania depends on what wildlife you would like to spot. The country’s seasons and wildlife numbers are dictated by the rains, so you will have a slightly different experience depending on when you choose to visit.
Tanzania’s headline attraction is the Great Migration, which occurs across the Serengeti. Many people flock here between July and September for a chance to witness huge herds of wildebeest and zebra crossing the Mara River — panic ensues as they try to avoid the jaws of crocodiles and other predators waiting to pounce.
Tanzania’s ‘green season’, between November and March, is much quieter. While there’s a chance of light rain showers, this is a fantastic time for birdwatching as migratory species arrive in their thousands. You will also witness the Great Migration herds with their newborn calves.
April to May is the heavy rains season and the rains are likely to disrupt wildlife viewing.
Tanzania Climate Guide
