Many of Africa’s iconic experiences are seasonal in nature so take the guesswork out of planning your safari with our Africa travel guide. Compare seasons at a glance and learn more about the best places to visit throughout the year
Explore the best times to visit Africa’s top safari destinations and the islands of the Indian Ocean. This month-by-month comparison makes it easier to choose travel dates that work well across multiple destinations, from wildlife-rich landscapes to tropical beaches.
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| Country | Region | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Botswana | Okavango Delta | ||||||||||||
| Botswana | Chobe | ||||||||||||
| South Africa | Kruger National Park | ||||||||||||
| South Africa | Cape Town | ||||||||||||
| Kenya | Masai Mara | ||||||||||||
| Tanzania | Serengeti (North) | ||||||||||||
| Tanzania | Serengeti (South) | ||||||||||||
| Tanzania | Ngorongoro Crater | ||||||||||||
| Namibia | Etosha National Park | ||||||||||||
| Zambia | South Luangwa | ||||||||||||
| Zimbabwe | Hwange National Park | ||||||||||||
| Zimbabwe | Victoria Falls (Zimbabwean Side) | ||||||||||||
| Zambia | Victoria Falls (Zambian Side) | ||||||||||||
| Mozambique | Bazaruto Archipelago | ||||||||||||
| Seychelles | |||||||||||||
| Mauritius | |||||||||||||
| Tanzania | Zanzibar |
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Select a month to discover the best places to visit in Africa during that period.
