Tanzania is a year-round safari destination, but each season brings its own unique highlights. Understanding the differences can help you plan the perfect safari based on your interests—whether you’re chasing the iconic Great Migration or looking for a more serene, lush experience.

​🐘 Dry Season (June to October) – Peak Wildlife Viewing

The dry season is widely considered the best time for classic game viewing across Tanzania’s top safari parks, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara.

• Great Migration Highlights: This is the prime window to witness the Great Migration river crossings in northern Serengeti, where massive herds of wildebeest and zebras brave crocodile-infested waters as they journey toward Kenya’s Maasai Mara.

• Best Game Viewing: Sparse vegetation and shrinking water sources make animals easier to spot as they gather around rivers and waterholes. Predator sightings—especially lions, leopards, and cheetahs—are frequent.

• Weather: Days are sunny, dry, and warm with cooler nights—ideal for long game drives and clear photography conditions.

• Safari Tip: Because this is the high season, popular lodges and camps can fill up fast. Booking early ensures the best options.

🌿 Green Season (November to March) – Lush, Peaceful, and Full of Life

Also known as the “emerald” or “shoulder” season, the green season transforms Tanzania into a vibrant, green paradise. While there are occasional showers, they’re usually brief and mostly in the afternoon or evening.

• Fewer Crowds: Enjoy a quieter, more intimate safari experience with fewer vehicles around, especially in famous parks like Serengeti and Ngorongoro.

• Calving Season: From January to March, southern Serengeti becomes the stage for the wildebeest calving season, where thousands of newborns arrive each day—drawing predators and thrilling wildlife interactions.

• Birdwatching Paradise: Migratory birds return during these months, offering superb birdwatching opportunities with vibrant plumage and diverse species.

• Scenic Beauty: The landscapes are lush and colorful, perfect for photography and immersive nature experiences.

• Safari Tip: This season is great for travelers seeking better rates and rich, green scenery rather than just Big Five sightings.

Tanzania is one of the most wildlife-rich countries on Earth, offering travellers the chance to encounter an astonishing variety of animals in their natural habitats. On a well-planned safari, you’ll have the rare opportunity to witness the legendary Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino—roaming freely across vast savannahs and protected conservation areas.

But the spectacle doesn’t stop there.

​Tanzania’s parks are teeming with cheetahs sprinting across the plains, giraffes gracefully browsing acacia trees, zebras and wildebeests migrating in massive herds, and hippos wallowing in muddy pools. Along riverbanks, crocodiles lie in wait, while vultures, eagles, and other predators circle above, completing the dramatic scenes of life on the African plains.

For bird lovers, Tanzania is a paradise with over 500 species of birds, including colourful bee-eaters, lilac-breasted rollers, flamingos, kingfishers, and migratory species from Europe and Asia. Whether you’re an experienced birder or just enjoy spotting vibrant wildlife, there’s always something incredible to see.

​Two destinations stand out for their exceptional density and variety of wildlife:

• The Serengeti National Park: Famed for the Great Migration  and its big cat population, this iconic landscape is a year-round safari highlight.

• The Ngorongoro Crater: A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places to see the Big Five in a single game drive, thanks to its unique enclosed ecosystem.

With expert guides and thoughtfully crafted itineraries, you’ll be immersed in the heart of the wild, surrounded by the sights, sounds, and spirit of Africa’s greatest safari experiences.

Yes—Tanzania is widely regarded as a safe and welcoming safari destination, attracting thousands of international visitors each year who come to experience its breathtaking wildlife, rich culture, and stunning landscapes. While traveling anywhere requires a level of awareness, those booking through reputable safari operators can expect a smooth, secure, and well-organized journey.

 your safety and comfort are our top priorities. We provide:

• Highly trained, professional guides who know the terrain, understand wildlife behavior, and are skilled in emergency preparedness.

• Reliable, well-maintained safari vehicles equipped for both safety and comfort across varied terrain.

• Handpicked accommodations that are vetted for cleanliness, security, and quality service—from luxury lodges to authentic tented camps.

• Up-to-date travel advice and 24/7 support to guide you through your trip with peace of mind.

During your safari, our guides will always brief you on the do’s and don’ts when observing wildlife or exploring campgrounds. Following their instructions ensures not only your safety, but also that of the animals and surrounding environment.

As with all international travel, we recommend staying informed about current travel advisories, securing comprehensive travel insurance, and taking basic precautions such as safeguarding valuables and keeping emergency contacts handy.

With the right operator and a responsible approach, Tanzania offers one of the most awe-inspiring and secure safari experiences in Africa.

Yes, we do apply a penalty of 10% if you cancel more than 50 days before your tour, a 20% penalty if you cancel between 30 and 50 days earlier, a penalty of 50% if you cancel with 15 to 30 days notice, a 75% penalty if you cancel with 7 to 14 days notice, and a penalty of 100% if you cancel with less than 7 days notice.

For the down payment, we accept payments via wire transfer , On some occasions payments are also possible with credit card via Pesapal although there is a fee for this service. For the final payment, you can use the same method or pay us in cash or credit card when you arrive.

If you do an overland safari, they start from Arusha, so you can use either the domestic Arusha Airport or the international Kilimanjaro airport. If you do a fly in safari, then you can start from any point in the country.Most advised  airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport

We normally recommend getting the visa on arrival as it is a very straightforward process. It costs $50 USD per person except for U.S Citizens who pay $100 USD per person. Some countries do require a referral visa in advance. Please contact us if you are a citizen of any of the following countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Kazakhstan, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Tajikistan, Sri Lanka, Abkhazia, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Kyrgyztan, Mauritania, Palestine, Somalia, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Djibouti, Eritrea, Lebanon, Morocco, Sierra Leone or Uzbekistan.

*In any case, please do keep in mind your passport needs to have at least 6 months of validity.

We normally recommend getting the visa on arrival as it is a very straightforward process. It costs $50 USD per person except for U.S Citizens who pay $100 USD per person. Some countries do require a referral visa in advance. Please contact us if you are a citizen of any of the following countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Kazakhstan, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Tajikistan, Sri Lanka, Abkhazia, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Kyrgyztan, Mauritania, Palestine, Somalia, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Djibouti, Eritrea, Lebanon, Morocco, Sierra Leone or Uzbekistan.

*In any case, please do keep in mind your passport needs to have at least 6 months of validity.

Well, we always recommend it because we like to start our safaris early in the morning and on the last day we like to avoid having to worry about reaching the airport on time. But, of course, we are flexible and we can start the safari when you arrive at the airport and can finish any safari with a drop off at the airport. However, in those cases, we always recommend flights arriving in the morning of the first day and flights leaving in the evening of the last day.

1. 1. All necessary documents: passport, vaccine certificate and others that might apply.
   2. Any medication you might need, i.e Carry along your medical kit
   3. Sunblock, sunglasses, hat, lip balm and moisturizer.
   4. Your camera: we recommend bringing a wide lens (about 17-55mm) for those scenery pictures, and a telephoto lens (in the 200-400mm range) to catch animals at a distance.
   5. Binoculars: We do provide a pair of top notch binoculars per every 2 persons in the vehicle but feel free to bring your own which you may be more used to. Binoculars really make a big difference on a safari.
   6. Clothes: Comfortable and casual clothing, with khaki, beige or green colours. You should pack T-shirts, shirts with long sleeves, jeans, a sweater and a jacket (for the cold mornings), swimwear (if the accommodation you selected has pool or if you do a beach extension) and comfortable hiking shoes.
   7.  Insect repellent

This is something we take very seriously. Upon booking us, we will send you a form in which you will be able to indicate any dietary preference or restriction or any specific request you might have. We will then provide that information in advance to all the hotels.

Safety and security should be a concern regardless where one chooses to travel these days and travel to Africa is no different. As a continent, Africa is quite large and an incident in one country doesn’t necessarily impact the entire continent, anymore then such an occurrence in your home city would. While it is true that some cities in East Africa might be more prone to crime then others, the vast majority of any incidents are targeted at people who live and work in the specific country. We at Africa Serendipity are in constant contact with our land outfitters in both countries, and their respective government authorities make enormous efforts to prevent tourists from being exposed to any such dangers.

Each day will be different, each an adventure. Your days will begin with an early 5:30am wake up, be served coffee or tea and cookies before heading out for the early game-drive at about 6:30am. After about 3-hours, you’ll return for a full breakfast. The rest of the morning you can use to simply relax, catch-up on sleep, go swimming (weather permitting). Lunch is served by 1pm. Between 3:30pm – 4:00pm you will depart on your afternoon game-drive; returning to camp/lodge around 6:30pm. You will have time to freshen up before “sundowners” at sunset; served dinner around 8pm.
Note: Night game-drives are not permitted within the National Parks in Tanzania. If you are, however, on private lands outside the National Parks, game-walks can be done after breakfast, and night game-drives are available and often conducted.

Yes you need to secure your Spot to travel with us with at least a down payment of 75% 60 days prior to your Tour with us  and you will complete the 25% Payment 7 days before your arrival in Tanzania or upon your arrival.

For Safari groups of 5 to 13 people, are highly encouraged for better pricing. But in order to create fun and family ambiance groups of at least 10 are very good.

You can bring as much as 10,000 usd or its equivalent in cash, for your personal use such as souvenir, Tips and Personal gifts, But you can have as much amount of money you can possibly carry with you in your credit cards with no limitations.

Green season is the wet season in East Africa, and most likely these months are 15th March – 15th May.

Best Time to Visit Tanzania: Dry Season vs. Green Season

The Best times recommended to Travel to Tanzania are January to March, June to October, and December