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What to Expect - Safari Prep & Insights

Weather

Months: September, December, January, February.
Temperatures:
- National parks: 59-90 ºF (15-32ºC).
- Mountainous areas: 50-81ºF (10-27ºC). Colder at night.
- coastal areas: 72-93ºF (22-34ºC).
Rain: Variable.
Humidity: Variable.

Months: June - August and, in some areas, part of
January - February.
Temperatures:
- National parks: 50-77ºF (10-25ºC)
- Mountainous areas: 41-68º F (5-20ºC)
- Coastal areas: 68-86ºF (20-30ºC). Warm days and cooler nights.
Rainfall: Low.
Humidity: Low.

With a dry climate and clear skies, this season offers perfect conditions for outdoor activities and sightseeing. It's also the best time for safaris, as wildlife congregates around water sources, making sightings more frequent and accessible.

Months:
- Short rains: October - November. Some regions may experience moderate rainfall during December- February.
- Long rains: March - May.
Temperatures:
- National parks: 59-90ºF (15-32ºC)
- Mountainous areas: 59-90ºF (15-32ºC). .
- Coastal areas: 72-95ºF (22-35ºC). With high humidity that intensify the sensation of heat.
Rainfall: Moderate-high.
Humidity: High.

Activities

The dry season (June - October) is consider the best time for wildlife sightseeing in Tanzania, as animals gather around water sources, making them easier to spot.

Wet season, with the transition periods (November and May) being a good balance of wildlife viewing and fewer crowds.

Special highlight: The Great Migration in the Serengeti National Park.

Visit a local NGO, such as Wine to Water, which produces water filters, or Shanga Craft Center, which empowers individuals with disabilities through handmade crafts.

Immerse yourself in Maasai traditions with a beading lesson led by a local Maasai jeweler and a traditional cooking class featuring local cuisine.

Experience authentic Maasai culture with a visit to a Maasai village, where you can learn about their daily life, traditions, and customs.

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