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When to Go
Use the dropdowns below to explore the different seasons across all the African destinations that we offer. You can also see our recommended times to visit across all countries or hone in on one month to identify where is best to visit at that time of year.
Botswana
June to September
This is when water levels in the Okavango Delta are high and the weather is dry.
Botswana
October & November
The end of the dry season brings excellent game viewing but temperatures are very high.
Botswana
April & May
The weather is improving but the floodwaters have yet to flow into the Okavnago Delta.
Botswana
December to March
The north of the country gets a lot of rain but this is a good time to visit the Kalahari in the south.
Kenya
July to September
This is Kenya’s long, dry season, when the skies are clear and wildlife viewing is at its best.
Kenya
January & February
The landscape is lush after the short rains but the skies are clear and wildlife plentiful.
Kenya
June & October
These are shoulder months, meaning you risk rain but the crowds are absent.
Kenya
November & December
The short rains are present but dramatic skies make for excellent photography.
Kenya
March to May
This is the country’s long rains, when visiting is generally not recommended.
Mozambique
April to June & September to November
The weather is warm, still and dry. This is the perfect time to visit.
Mozambique
July & August
Still dry and fairly warm, these months are only less popular because they tend to be breezy.
Mozambique
December to March
This is the rainy season and there is a risk of cyclones, so it is best avoided.
Namibia
July to October
Pleasant temperatures, clear skies and great game viewing make this the ideal time.
Namibia
May & June
These months are dry and cold, with wildlife sightings not yet reaching their peak.
Namibia
November & December
Although the rains have yet to properly begin, these two months can be very hot.
Namibia
January to April
The rains descend on Namibia during these months, which are also very warm.
Rwanda
June to September
The skies are clear and tracks are dry, making this the best time for gorilla trekking.
Rwanda
December to February
The short dry season, this is great for visiting but can still be disrupted by the occasional storm.
Rwanda
October & November
Rain showers are common but so is sunshine. The skies make for great photography.
Rwanda
March to May
This is the rainy season, but it is the best time to see chimpanzees, so still worth visiting.
South Africa
May to September
A dry winter descends on Kruger and the east, making for perfect game viewing conditions.
South Africa
November to March
Cape Town, the Winelands and Garden Route experience a dry, pleasant summer.
South Africa
April & October
These are shoulder months, but still good for exploring and sometimes quieter.
Tanzania
July to October
The Great Migration is at its most dramatic in the north and the weather is dry.
Tanzania
January to March
This calving season on the Ndutu Plains making it an excellent time to visit.
Tanzania
June, November & December
These are shoulder months so rain is possible but rates can be much lower.
Tanzania
April & May
This is when the heavy rains hit Tanzania and visiting is generally not recommended.
Uganda
June to September
Clear skies and dry weather make this a great time for both safari and chimp or gorilla trekking.
Uganda
December to March
Showers disrupt these months but it’s largely dry, making for excellent wildlife viewing.
Uganda
October & November
The short rains begin to arrive, but this is still a good time to explore and often quieter.
Uganda
April & May
This is when the heavy rains hit Uganda and travel is often disrupted by poor road conditions.
Zambia
July to October
The best time to visit, this when the ground is dry, the sky is clear and animals are most visible.
Zambia
June & November
The shoulder season, this is still a good time to explore and camps are often quieter.
Zambia
December to May
This is the green season, when rain falls and many camps are closed. Victoria Falls is at its best though.
Zimbabwe
May to September
Victoria Falls is spectacular, the weather is dry and the wildlife sightings are excellent.
Zimbabwe
October & November
Wildlife sightings remain excellent but it can get very hot. Victoria Falls is at its lowest flow.
Zimbabwe
December to April
This is the rainy season. However, birding is excellent and Victoria Falls is at its peak by the end of the season.