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Haggaz Safaris & Tours is a locally owned tour operator based in Morogoro, Tanzania, offering unforgettable wildlife safaris, hiking adventures, cultural experiences, and beach getaways across the country. With a passionate team of field experts and a commitment to personalized service, Haggaz crafts immersive journeys that connect travelers with Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes, rich biodiversity, and vibrant communities. Haggaz ensures every trip is authentic, safe, and truly memorable.
Tanzania Popular Tours
Tanzania offers a wide range of travel experiences for visitors, from budget-friendly options to luxurious accommodations. Whether you are looking to explore the wildlife-rich national parks or relax on the white sandy beaches, Tanzania has something for every traveler.
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The Best Time to Travel to Tanzania
Choosing the right time for your safari is key to an unforgettable experience. Tanzania’s diverse climate and wildlife patterns mean that different seasons offer unique advantages. Our guide breaks down the best times to visit, helping you align your trip with your travel preferences and desired safari highlights.
January Safari & Travel Highlights:
January marks a prime period for a safari in Tanzania, offering a perfect blend of exceptional wildlife viewing, unique natural phenomena, and favorable weather conditions. As the short dry season continues, the country’s major safari destinations come alive with activity and vibrant landscapes.
Wildlife & The Great Migration: The Southern Serengeti is the focal point of a spectacular natural event: the wildebeest calving season. This period sees hundreds of thousands of wildebeest give birth, creating a dramatic spectacle that attracts an abundance of predators, including lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Beyond the calving, big game viewing remains excellent across the northern circuit parks, including Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater, where animals are easily spotted.
Birdwatching & Scenery: For avid birdwatchers, January is a phenomenal time to visit. The presence of migratory species enhances the already diverse avian life, particularly in birding hotspots like Lake Manyara and Arusha National Park. The short rains leave the landscapes lush and green, providing a stunning backdrop for photography. This scenic beauty, combined with fewer tourist crowds, offers a serene and intimate safari experience.
Mountaineering & Remote Adventures: The clear skies and moderate temperatures characteristic of January make it an ideal month for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Routes like the Marangu and Machame offer excellent conditions and visibility for a successful summit attempt. For those seeking a truly remote and crowd-free experience, off-the-beaten-path parks like Ruaha and Nyerere (formerly Selous) provide unparalleled opportunities for wild, authentic safari adventures.
February Safari Highlights: An Unforgettable Experience
February is a prime month for a Tanzanian safari, offering a unique combination of exceptional wildlife viewing and favorable conditions.
Wildlife and The Great Migration
Wildebeest Calving Season: The highlight of February is the peak of the Wildebeest Calving Season in the Ndutu and Southern Serengeti plains. This spectacular event sees hundreds of thousands of wildebeest and zebra giving birth, transforming the landscape into a nursery of new life.
Predator Action: The abundance of newborn calves attracts a high concentration of predators, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas. This is arguably the best time of year to witness dramatic and thrilling predator-prey interactions.
Unparalleled Game Viewing: Throughout the Northern Circuit, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire, the dry conditions result in shorter grass and clearer sightings. Water sources become scarce, drawing animals to rivers and watering holes for easy and abundant game viewing opportunities.
Climbing and Other Activities
Ideal Climbing Conditions: February’s dry and clear weather makes it one of the best months for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. The drier conditions on the mountain offer a more comfortable trek and often provide excellent visibility from the summit.
Photography and Scenery: The pleasant weather and open landscapes create perfect conditions for photography, allowing you to capture stunning, unobstructed views of the wildlife and scenery.
Nature Walks and Walks: The drier ground and mild temperatures make this an ideal time for guided nature walks and village visits, offering a different perspective on the Tanzanian wilderness.
Travel and Value
Fewer Crowds, Better Value: As a shoulder season month, February typically sees fewer tourists than the peak high season, leading to a more intimate and exclusive safari experience. This also means you can often find excellent value on accommodation and tour packages.
March Safari Highlights
March marks a pivotal month in the Tanzanian safari calendar, offering a unique blend of exceptional wildlife viewing and a more intimate travel experience before the onset of the long rainy season.
The Great Wildebeest Migration remains a central spectacle, with the enormous herds of wildebeest and zebra still gathered across the short-grass plains of the Southern Serengeti. This is a critical period as the newborn calves from the February calving season are now strong enough to travel with the herd, creating a powerful and dynamic landscape. This abundance of young, vulnerable animals also attracts a high concentration of predators, leading to thrilling and dramatic wildlife encounters that are a photographer’s dream.
Beyond the Migration, wildlife viewing remains excellent across the Northern Circuit. The lush conditions that precede the rains mean that game is plentiful in key parks such as the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park. For travelers, this month offers a significant advantage: fewer crowds. The tourist numbers begin to decline, leading to quieter lodges and a more serene, private safari experience.
March is also an ideal time for cultural exploration. The local communities are preparing for the low season and are particularly welcoming to visitors, making it a perfect month to combine an exhilarating safari with a meaningful cultural tour.
April Safari Highlights
April in Tanzania offers a unique and rewarding safari experience, as the landscape transitions into a lush, green spectacle. While often referred to as a shoulder season due to the start of the long rains, this month presents a host of compelling advantages for the discerning traveler.
Great Migration: Witness the dramatic peak of the Great Migration in the central Serengeti. The massive wildebeest and zebra herds are active and concentrated, offering exceptional game viewing and a front-row seat to the circle of life.
A Photographer’s Paradise: The arrival of the rains transforms the landscape into a vibrant, green paradise. The fresh, verdant scenery provides stunning, dramatic backdrops for photography, while the clear skies after a shower create incredible lighting for capturing breathtaking images.
Reduced Crowds & Increased Exclusivity: As a low-season period, April sees significantly fewer visitors. This results in a more intimate and exclusive safari experience, with less vehicle traffic and a more personalized service at lodges and camps.
Excellent Predator Action: Despite the lush new growth, predator sightings remain remarkably strong. The presence of newborn calves and foals makes for a high-stakes environment, and you can expect to see lions, cheetahs, and hyenas actively hunting.
Rich Cultural Experiences: April is an ideal time for cultural immersion. With reduced tourist traffic, local communities and villages are more accessible and offer a more authentic and personal connection. Combine your safari with a visit to a Maasai or Hadzabe village for a truly enriching journey.
Birdwatcher’s Delight: The green season is a prime time for birdwatching. Migratory birds are abundant, and the breeding season is in full swing, offering a chance to see a spectacular array of colorful and unique species.
May Safari Highlights: Green Season Splendor
Lush Landscapes and Photography: May marks the peak of the green season, transforming the country into a canvas of vibrant greens and lush, nutrient-rich landscapes. The heavy rains bring dramatic, cloud-filled skies, providing a unique and captivating backdrop for photographers seeking stunning, atmospheric shots.
Unrivaled Value: As a shoulder-season month, May sees a significant drop in tourist numbers. This translates to lower prices and excellent value on luxury safaris, offering an opportunity to experience high-end accommodations and exclusive experiences at a more accessible cost.
Exceptional Wildlife Viewing: While some roads may be challenging due to rain, wildlife remains active and abundant. The Great Migration is typically moving through the central and western corridors of the Serengeti, offering prime viewing opportunities. The denser vegetation may require more expert tracking, but the rewards are immense.
A Birder’s Paradise: The green season is a prime time for birdwatching. With an influx of migratory species and the land flourishing with life, the diverse bird population is particularly active and visible, making it an ideal month for ornithologists and enthusiasts alike.
Peaceful Experience: With minimal crowds, May provides a more intimate and serene safari experience. You will have more exclusive access to prime game-viewing spots, creating a sense of solitude and a deeper connection to the wilderness.
June Safari Highlights in Tanzania
June marks the beginning of the dry season in Tanzania, bringing with it a transition to ideal conditions for a safari adventure. As the landscape dries, the skies become clearer, offering spectacular photographic opportunities and enhancing the overall travel experience.
This month is a prime time for wildlife viewing, particularly in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. With water sources becoming scarcer, animals converge around the remaining rivers and watering holes, making them easier to spot and observe.
For those seeking to witness one of nature’s most dramatic spectacles, June is the perfect time to visit the Serengeti’s Western Corridor. The Great Wildebeest Migration, a thrilling phenomenon of predator-prey interactions, begins its series of dramatic river crossings at the Grumeti River, offering an unforgettable and action-packed display.
Beyond the wildlife, the climate in June is highly favorable. The cooler temperatures and lower humidity create a more comfortable environment for game drives and all-day outdoor activities. With the added benefit of fewer insects, this month is also an excellent choice for a combined safari and beach holiday, allowing you to seamlessly transition from the breathtaking bush to the pristine shores of Zanzibar.
July Safari Highlights
July marks the pinnacle of Tanzania’s safari season, offering unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities across all major national parks. The dry season is in full effect, ensuring that every day of your adventure is met with spectacular encounters.
The Great Migration at its Peak: The dramatic spectacle of the Great Wildebeest Migration reaches its climax in the northern Serengeti. Thousands of wildebeest and zebra gather along the Mara River, poised to undertake one of the world’s most perilous river crossings, a truly unforgettable event.
Tarangire’s Wildlife Concentration: Tarangire National Park transforms into a wildlife hotspot as immense herds of elephants, along with other plains game, congregate along the Tarangire River. This natural phenomenon offers exceptional game viewing and stunning photographic opportunities.
Optimal Conditions for Travel: With cool, dry weather and minimal rainfall, July provides ideal conditions for a safari. The vegetation is sparse, ensuring excellent visibility for spotting wildlife, while clear skies and temperate climates make for comfortable days and nights.
Perfect Bush-to-Beach Combination: Following your safari, July is the perfect time to visit the idyllic beaches of Zanzibar. The island experiences its best weather, allowing for a seamless and sun-drenched “bush-to-beach” escape to conclude your Tanzanian adventure.
August Safari Highlights in Tanzania
August stands as a prime month for an unparalleled safari experience in Tanzania, offering a perfect convergence of incredible wildlife activity and ideal weather conditions.
The Great Wildebeest Migration: The spectacle of the Great Migration reaches its peak in the northern Serengeti. Clients can witness the dramatic and thrilling Mara River crossings, where millions of wildebeest and zebra brave the croc-infested waters, providing a spectacular display of predator-prey dynamics.
Optimal Wildlife Viewing: Across all major parks, including the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park, wildlife viewing is at its very best. The dry season forces animals to congregate around dwindling water sources, making them easier to spot and photograph.
Ideal Weather for Safari: August is characterized by cool, dry weather and clear, sunny skies. These perfect conditions not only make for comfortable game drives but also enhance photography opportunities, with minimal cloud cover and excellent visibility.
Post-Safari Relaxation: The Zanzibar archipelago remains an ideal retreat after a thrilling safari. With consistently warm weather and calm, crystal-clear waters, it’s the perfect destination for snorkeling, diving, and unwinding on the stunning beaches.
Exclusive Safari Opportunities: For those seeking a more secluded experience, August is an excellent time to visit southern parks like Ruaha and Selous (Nyerere National Park). These parks offer all the benefits of the dry season—dense wildlife concentration and excellent visibility—but with significantly fewer visitors, ensuring a more intimate and exclusive safari adventure.
September Safari Highlights: An Optimal Time for Exploration
The month of September presents an exceptional opportunity for a Tanzanian safari, as the dry season reaches its peak. With animals congregating around a dwindling number of water sources, wildlife viewing becomes exceptionally rewarding across all major northern parks, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire. This is also the pivotal time for the Great Wildebeest Migration, with dramatic and thrilling river crossings occurring at the Mara River in the northern Serengeti.
The clear, dry weather and cooler mornings provide optimal conditions for game drives and photography. Additionally, the warming waters of Zanzibar offer the perfect coastal retreat for beach lovers, snorkelers, and divers. For a more exclusive experience, the dry conditions make remote parks like Ruaha and Katavi more accessible, providing a truly intimate and wild safari away from the main crowds.
October Wildlife and Travel Highlights
October marks the culmination of the dry season and the anticipation of the short rains, offering a unique and rewarding experience for safari enthusiasts. The following are the key highlights for travel during this period:
Exceptional Wildlife Viewing: The scarcity of water sources forces a high concentration of wildlife to gather around remaining rivers and waterholes. This creates outstanding opportunities for game viewing in major parks such as Serengeti, Tarangire, and Ruaha.
Unique Natural Spectacles: In remote areas like Katavi National Park, witness the incredible sight of thousands of hippos crowded into the last remaining river pools—a powerful and memorable display of nature’s resilience.
The Great Migration: The iconic wildebeest migration continues its journey, with herds making their way through the northern Serengeti. This provides an excellent chance to observe river crossings and intense predator-prey interactions.
Lush Landscapes and Relief: The arrival of the first short rains brings a dramatic change to the environment. The dry, dusty plains are revitalized, and the landscape is refreshed with new growth, signaling the end of the dry season and offering a beautiful backdrop for your safari.
Ideal Beach Conditions: With rising temperatures and warm, sunny weather, Zanzibar and Tanzania’s coastal areas are at their prime. This makes October an ideal month for beach holidays, swimming, and a wide variety of water sports.
Photographic Opportunities: The dry conditions and concentrated animal populations at watering holes provide fantastic photographic opportunities, allowing for stunning captures of animal behavior and interactions in the golden African light.
November Safari Highlights: An Insider’s Guide to Tanzania’s Green Season
For those seeking a more exclusive and authentic African experience, November offers a unique and rewarding time to visit Tanzania. As the short rains begin, the landscape transforms, providing a stunning backdrop for an unforgettable safari.
Key Benefits of a November Safari:
Intimate Safari Experience: Escape the crowds of the high season. The parks, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire, are less busy, allowing for more exclusive game viewing opportunities and a sense of true wilderness.
Exceptional Value: November marks the beginning of the shoulder season, which means you can take advantage of significantly discounted lodge rates. This offers an incredible opportunity to stay at luxurious or mid-range accommodations that would be more expensive during peak times.
Lush, Green Landscapes: The arrival of the short rains revitalizes the savannah. The dry, dusty plains of the dry season are replaced by vibrant green grasses and blooming flora, creating a beautiful and photogenic environment.
Spectacular Birdwatching: As migratory birds arrive from the north, and resident species don their colorful breeding plumage, November becomes a paradise for bird enthusiasts. The skies and trees are alive with a dazzling array of avian life.
Coastal & Marine Wonders: Along the Tanzanian coastline and Zanzibar, a different kind of magic unfolds. November is the start of the sea turtle nesting season, offering a rare and heartwarming chance to witness this natural spectacle.
Perfect Safari & Beach Combination: The coastal regions enjoy warm, tropical weather, making it an ideal time to combine your safari adventure with a relaxing beach holiday.
December Highlights: A Perfect Time to Visit Tanzania
December offers a unique and highly rewarding safari experience in Tanzania, combining fewer crowds with exceptional wildlife and a lush, vibrant landscape. This month marks a sweet spot for travelers seeking both value and a sense of exclusivity.
Key Benefits of a December Safari:
Exclusive Wildlife Viewing: Experience a more intimate and peaceful safari in Tanzania’s premier parks, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Selous Game Reserve. With fewer vehicles, you can enjoy uninterrupted wildlife encounters and capture stunning photographs.
Attractive Offers and Pricing: As a transitional shoulder season, December often presents a unique opportunity to benefit from special offers and discounted rates at many top safari lodges. This allows for a premium experience at a more accessible price point.
Lush and Verdant Landscapes: The short rains of November give way to a breathtakingly green and lush environment. The rejuvenated plains and forests provide a beautiful backdrop for your safari and a stark contrast to the drier months.
Birdwatcher’s Paradise: For ornithology enthusiasts, December is a spectacular time to visit. The presence of migratory species and the vibrant breeding plumage of resident birds transform Tanzania’s diverse habitats into a haven for birdwatching.
Unique Coastal Encounters: Along the Tanzanian coastline and in Zanzibar, the nesting season for sea turtles is in full swing, offering a chance to witness this incredible natural event.
Ideal Safari & Beach Combination: The coastal regions enjoy warm, tropical weather, making December the perfect month to seamlessly combine the thrill of a classic safari with a relaxing beach holiday on the pristine shores of Zanzibar.
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Serengeti National Park
The word Serengeti means endless plains in the Maa language (Maasai), and people who live around the Serengeti national park…
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- Best time : June to October
- High season : July to October
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire means the river of warthogs. It is named after the Tarangire river, the only source of water for the wildlife in the region…
- Rate : $120 to $2820
- Best time : June to October
- High season : July to October
Ngorongoro Crater
The Ngorongoro Crater was formed when a large volcano erupted and collapsed on itself. This explosion created a caldera (mistakenly crater)…
- Rate : $120 to $2820
- Best time : June to October
- High season : July to October
Nyerere National Park (selous)
Nyerere National Park is known for its vast wilderness, diverse wildlife, and unique safari experiences, including boat safaris and walking….
- Rate : $120 to $2820
- Best time : June to October
- High season : July to October
Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park truly remarkable is its rugged wilderness, dramatic landscapes, and status as one of Tanzania’s most remote….
- Rate : $120 to $2820
- Best time : June to October
- High season : July to October
Saadani National Park
Saadani National Park is a rare gem where the wilderness meets the sea, offering a unique blend of safari and coastal experiences.
- Rate : $120 to $2820
- Best time : June to October
- High season : July to October
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