Hippopotamus in Botswana river at sunset with golden light reflections

Vurara Safaris Guides TimingIs dry season the only good time for Tanzania?

Is dry season the only good time for Tanzania?

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The Decision in One Line

Dry season offers best conditions, but green season is viable

What This Depends On

Key Assumptions

Wildlife is present year-round in Tanzania parks; only concentration and visibility change with seasons.

High confidence

Dry season provides easier viewing as animals concentrate around water sources and vegetation is sparse.

High confidence

Green season pricing is typically 30-40% lower than peak dry season rates.

High confidence

Calving season (January-February) in southern Serengeti is a green season highlight with exceptional predator action.

High confidence

This might change if...

If budget is the primary constraint, green season savings of 30-40% may make the difference between going or not.

If photography is a priority, green season skies often produce more dramatic images despite dispersed wildlife.

If visiting during calving (January-February), green season conditions are offset by exceptional predator activity.

If dates are fixed in green season, the trip remains viable with adjusted expectations.

Trade-offs to Understand

What you gain

Dry season: Concentrated wildlife at water sources

Dry season: Sparse vegetation for easier photography

Green season: 30-40% lower prices

What you accept

Dry season: Peak pricing and more visitors

Dry season: Dusty conditions

Green season: Wildlife more dispersed in vegetation

Evidence to Know

Wildlife is present year-round in Tanzania parks; only concentration and visibility change with seasons.

Well-established pattern

Safari planning

Dry season provides easier viewing as animals concentrate around water sources and vegetation is sparse.

Well-established pattern

Safari planning

Green season pricing is typically 30-40% lower than peak dry season rates.

Common but variable

Safari planning

Dry season: Concentrated wildlife at water sources

Trade-off consideration

Dry season: Peak pricing and more visitors

Trade-off consideration

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