April - June

The month of April is the wettest month of the year with rains coming in the form of afternoon thunderstorms. There can also be big storms at night, as well as some wet grey days. National parks in the west and south of Tanzania see the highest humidity levels this time of year. If you travel during this time you will see accommodation and tour prices lower than usual.

The month of May is still very wet, however, areas start to dry out towards the end of the month as June is the start of the dry season in Tanzania. The Great Migration starts during the month of May when the herds begin their trek from the southern Serengeti to the western corridor.

The month of June is the start of the dry season and is considered to be one of the best times of the year to visit the country for luxury safaris. At this time the savannahs are starting to change from green to yellow, and wildlife sightings start to improve as the vegetation slowly recedes. The Wildebeest Migration has stopped at the Grumeti River, and the numbers build as they attempt their death-defying crossing through the river.

This time of year is the ‘green season’ with lush verdant grasses and bush can make it more difficult to view wildlife. It is considered a great time of year to travel in Tanzania, especially for bird watchers when the parks are brimming with migratory birds, especially in the south.