Is February a good time for Tanzania safari?
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The Decision in One Line
February is excellent for Tanzania with calving season
What This Depends On
Key Assumptions
Wildebeest calving peaks in February in southern Serengeti/Ndutu.
High confidencePredator concentration around calving herds is exceptional.
High confidenceFebruary is considered shoulder/green season with lower prices than dry season.
High confidenceThis might change if...
If calving is the goal, southern Serengeti/Ndutu is the only location.
If weather reliability is essential, dry season months are more predictable.
If combining with Zanzibar, February has good beach weather.
If migration crossings are priority, July-October is better timing.
Trade-offs to Understand
What you gain
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Calving season spectacle+
Exceptional predator sightings+
Lower prices than dry seasonWhat you accept
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Occasional afternoon rain-
Some roads can be muddy-
Not classic dry savannah lookEvidence to Know
Wildebeest calving peaks in February in southern Serengeti/Ndutu.
Well-established pattern
Safari planningPredator concentration around calving herds is exceptional.
Well-established pattern
Safari planningFebruary is considered shoulder/green season with lower prices than dry season.
Common but variable
Safari planningCalving season spectacle
Trade-off considerationOccasional afternoon rain
Trade-off considerationRelated Decisions
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