Best Time to Visit Each Country We Cover, By Month

Africa does not follow one rhythm. It breathes in seasons of rain, dust, heat, wind, and lush green renewal. Some months carry migrating herds, some carry long quiet mornings, and others carry the scent of rain on warm earth. Because every country moves to its own pattern, choosing when to visit depends on what you want to experience: wildlife, beaches, festivals, hiking, city life, culture, or calm.

Here is a clear, month by month guide to the best time to visit each country we cover, from East Africa’s savannahs to Southern Africa’s wilderness and island coastlines.

Kenya: Best Time to Visit

Best months: June, July, August, September, October.
These months deliver Kenya’s classic dry season with superb wildlife sightings in the Maasai Mara, including the peak of the Great Migration river crossings from July to September. January and February also offer excellent conditions with warm weather and clear skies. The wet months from March to May bring heavy rain, but also dramatic green landscapes and fewer visitors.

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South Africa: Best Time to Visit

Best months: May, June, July, August, September.
Winter in South Africa offers ideal safari conditions with crisp mornings, cool afternoons, and clear visibility in parks such as Kruger. For Cape Town and the Garden Route, summer from November to March is perfect for beaches and wine country. South Africa is truly a year round destination, but the best month depends on your region.

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Madagascar: Best Time to Visit

Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October.
The dry season reveals Madagascar’s forests, beaches, and wildlife at their best. Lemur sightings are plentiful and road travel becomes easier. January through March brings cyclones and heavy rain, which can restrict movement.

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Tanzania: Best Time to Visit

Best months: June, July, August, September, October.
Like Kenya, Tanzania’s dry season is ideal for safaris. The Great Migration moves through the Serengeti during these months. January and February are also excellent for calving season in the southern Serengeti. Long rains fall from March to May with lush scenery but limited accessibility.

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Mauritius: Best Time to Visit

Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October, November.
Mauritius enjoys warm temperatures year round. The dry and cooler months from May to October are best for outdoor activities, hiking, and exploring lagoons. December through March is warmer and more humid with occasional tropical storms.

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Namibia: Best Time to Visit

Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October.
Namibia’s dry season suits its desert landscapes perfectly. Wildlife gathers at waterholes in Etosha National Park. Days are clear and ideal for photography. November to April brings hotter temperatures and some rain, but the desert remains dramatic.

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Uganda: Best Time to Visit

Best months: June, July, August, December, January, February.
These drier months provide the best conditions for gorilla trekking and chimp tracking, with open trails and easier hiking. March to May and October to November are rainy, but offer lush scenery and fewer travelers.

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Botswana: Best Time to Visit

Best months: June, July, August, September, October.

Botswana’s famous dry season brings wildlife to the Okavango Delta as the seasonal floodwaters arrive from Angola. Game viewing is exceptional. November to April is the green season with vibrant landscapes and newborn animals, although some camps may be inaccessible.

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Zambia: Best Time to Visit

Best months: June, July, August, September, October.
Zambia’s national parks come alive during the dry season with some of Africa’s best walking safaris. Wildlife crowds the rivers and plains. Many camps close from January to April due to heavy rain and flooding. Victoria Falls is fullest from April to May.

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Zimbabwe: Best Time to Visit

Best months: June, July, August, September.
These months offer ideal conditions for safaris in Hwange and Mana Pools with high wildlife visibility and pleasant temperatures. November to March is greener and warm with excellent birding. Victoria Falls reaches its peak flow in April and May.

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