The Best Time to do your African Safari

Tanzania is home to ‘The Great Migration’, offering perhaps the ultimate game experience in Africa and your best chance to see the animal kingdom; one of the most popular reasons for going on a self-drive safari.

Millions of animals make the annual migration across Tanzania towards Kenya in the east, in search of water. In January, millions of wildebeest and zebra roam through the Nogorongoro Conservation Area, attracting predators such as lions, cheetahs and leopards. Another spectacular sight is the wildebeest river crossing, where the herd traverses the Mara River, braving the raging torrents and the deadly crocodiles that lurk there.

Perhaps one of the most exciting and beautiful safari destinations, over 30% of the country is dedicated to National Parks. The Serengeti National Park is one of Africa’s most famous reserves, whilst the Ngorongoro Crater is one of the largest volcanic craters in the world and an excellent place to spot the so-called ‘Big Five’ – lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards and rhinoceros.

January is known as Tanzania’s ‘short dry season’, with dry conditions before the long rains begin in March. Private campsites located deep in the heart of the many national parks make Tanzania the perfect January destination, with pleasant weather, spectacular sights and extraordinary experiences just waiting to be discovered.