It depends which country you are visiting but generally one can go on safari any time of the year.

Best time to safari in South Africa
The best time for a safari up north in the Greater Kruger region in South Africa is during the dry winter months, from May to September, when the vegetation is less dense and animals congregate around waterholes, making them easier to spot. The shoulder months of April and May and September to October also offer pleasant weather and good game viewing. While a safari is possible year-round, the wet summer months up north (October to April) can present challenges with increased vegetation, rain, and higher humidity. . An alternative is to choose a family friendly, malaria-free Eastern Cape safari or discover the wild Kalahari. If you’re combining Cape Town and the Winelands with a safari, September to May are the best months to visit.

Best time to safari in Botswana
Our favourite time for a Botswana safari is generally the dry season from May to September (prime time), when wildlife is concentrated around water sources and vegetation is sparse, improving visibility for game viewing. For birdwatching, visit during the rainy season, or green season. Photographers enjoy the build-up of spectacular cloud formations before the daily showers, migratory birds are numerous and the zebra and wildebeest migration begins in the Makgadikgadi Pans. Okavango Delta safaris are best when water levels are higher and this brings excellent wildlife sightings, especially by mokoro or traditional dug-out. October and November are very hot months.

Best time to safari in Namibia
This is more of a dramatic ‘landscape safari’ and it’s best experienced in the cooler, dry winter months, from May to October. Temperatures are still hot but not searingly so. Excellent for wildlife viewing as animals gather around waterholes. For birdwatching and to see lush, green landscapes, the wet summer season (November to April) is ideal, though expect high temperatures, humidity and potential travel disruptions from rain. Private charters between camps are the ultimate way to go… you’ll be mesmerised by the extraordinary landscapes below.

Best time to see the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe or Zambia
No matter whether you stay on the Zambian side or Zimbabwean side, the best time to visit Victoria Falls to see the most impressive waterfall views and enjoy adrenaline-pumping activities like Devil’s Pool, is during the high-water season (February to June), but particularly April and May when the Zambezi River is at its peak. However, expect lots of spray and mist, potentially obscuring views and making photography challenging. If you prefer better visibility of the Falls and ideal conditions for activities like white-water rafting, the low water season (August to January) is better, though the falls will be less dramatic. The dry season (June to August) is also great for wildlife viewing, as animals congregate around water sources. Secret tip: rainbows tend to be better in the afternoon, but being first in the morning – on the walk through the rain forest – is equally wonderful. You can cross the border by getting a day pass from customs to walk over the historic bridge… chat to us to find out more.

Best time to safari in East Africa
The best time for a safari in Kenya or Tanzania is generally during the dry season, from June to October and again from January to March, when animals congregate at water sources, making them easier to spot in sparse vegetation. This period also coincides with the great migration in the Serengeti and Masai Mara, with peak viewing from July to October. For a less crowded and more affordable experience, consider the shoulder season like October and November, or the green season (traditionally when the rains come) from April to June, with its photogenic cloud build-ups in the afternoons, lush landscapes, baby animals and the arrival of migratory birds. Or combine a safari experience with two of the most romantic East African destinations: Zanzibar in Tanzania or Lamu in Kenya.