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Best Time to Visit Tanzania for Safari

Discover the optimal seasons for wildlife viewing in Tanzania's national parks.

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Safari Tanzania Team
December 9, 2025
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Safari MagazineDecember 2025
Best Time to Visit Tanzania for Safari

Best Time to Visit Tanzania for Safari

Discover the optimal seasons for wildlife viewing in Tanzania's national parks.

# Best Time to Visit Tanzania for Safari Tanzania offers incredible wildlife viewing year-round, but certain seasons provide unique experiences. ## Dry Season (June - October) The dry season is considered the best time for safari in Tanzania. During these months: - Wildlife congregates around water sources - Vegetation is thinner, making animals easier to spot - The Great Migration reaches the Serengeti - Roads are more accessible ## Wet Season (November - May) The wet season brings its own advantages: - Lush, green landscapes perfect for photography - Fewer tourists and lower prices - Newborn animals in the parks - Excellent bird watching ## Great Migration Calendar - **January - March**: Calving season in the southern Serengeti - **April - May**: Herds begin moving north - **June - July**: Crossing the Grumeti River - **August - October**: Mara River crossings - **November - December**: Return journey south Plan your safari according to what you want to experience!
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