Best time to visit Tanzania

The best time to visit Tanzania is Long rains (Mar–May) or Short rains (Nov–Dec), based on recorded weather, crowd and price levels. 4 seasons are compared below with their weather, crowds and prices so you can choose dates that suit your trip.

How we calculate costs

Calving season
January – February
Hot, with wildebeest calving in the southern Serengeti.
Crowds: high
Prices: high
Long rains
March – May
Heavy rain, lowest prices, some camps closed.
Crowds: low
Prices: low
Long dry
June – October
Peak safari season; migration in the northern Serengeti from July.
Crowds: high
Prices: high
Short rains
November – December
Brief afternoon storms and green plains.
Crowds: medium
Prices: medium

Tanzania best time to visit FAQ

What is the cheapest time to visit Tanzania?

Prices in Tanzania are recorded as lowest during Long rains (Mar–May).

When is Tanzania least crowded?

Crowds in Tanzania are recorded as lowest during Long rains (Mar–May).

When is peak season in Tanzania?

Peak crowds or prices in Tanzania are recorded during Calving season (Jan–Feb) and Long dry (Jun–Oct).