Travel Guide

What is the best time to take an Africa trip? As such a huge continent, the optimal travel months vary by region. Travelers can use this helpful chart that gives an overview of when to visit various areas. Of course, weather & wildlife are not predictable - which makes your trip all that much more adventurous!

The best time to visit Tanzania -- this travel guide will discuss wet vs. dry season and the benefits and drawbacks of both, including when the best time is to spot wildlife.

When planning your Zambia safari, it’s best to aim for the dry winter season from May through October, when temperatures are relatively lower, wildlife viewing is better, and there is almost no rain.

The Serengeti in Tanzania is one of the best places in Africa to go on safari to see wildlife. Among other reasons, there is never a bad time to explore the Serengeti. Both the wet and dry seasons have their benefits. The Serengeti National Park is dry and sunny from June through October, making this the best time for a safari in Tanzania.

From the hot coastal climates of the Cape, stretching around the whole southern tip from Atlantic to Indian Oceans, to the continental cities, to the expansive national parks, there is never a bad time to explore South Africa. While the vast and varying regions of South Africa make it a great year-round destination, the best time to visit overall is from May to September.

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Going on an African safari does not necessarily mean you will be "roughing it." Discerning travelers with a taste for quality can still experience the wild side of Africa without sacrificing creature comforts! Explore Kruger National Park in style at a game lodge, bush camp, and safari lodge hand-picked by Adventure Life staff.

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