East Africa Travel

The Equator, the geography, the time of year and the Indian Ocean Trade Winds are all factors that influence the weather in Kenya and Tanzania and should be taken into account if you are planning any type of Africa safari travel.

Hot Days and Cooler Evenings on Safari

As a general rule of thumb, on safari you should expect hot days and cooler evenings. No matter what time of year you are travelling we always recommend that you travel with at least a warm jersey and light rain jacket.

Tropical Weather on the Coast

On safari travel to Zanzibar and Kenya beaches you can expect the climate to be humid and tropical, with occasional light breezes.

When to Travel to East Africa

East Africa is a great destination all year round. Each season has its advantages, and each area has its best moments. If you have already decided when you are going on safari, you can use these pages to decide on the best places to travel to and the best safari tours to book. If your dates are flexible you'll be able to plan your safari better by understanding the seasonal trends in the places you want to go to. The annual wildebeest migration is an incredible event, only witnessed in East Africa, so we've also included a special section to help you plan a safari with the best chance of witnessing it for yourself.
Please click on the seasonal links below for detailed information and tours.

December to March

This is summer in East Africa, so temperatures are warm. The short rains from early November to late March are sporadic and don't last long. Game viewing in the Serengeti and diving in Zanzibar are excellent now. Read more about safaris from December to March…

April to June

The long rains are from early April through early June, but don't be put off: safaris are still good in the Serengeti, Lake Manyara and the Masai Mara. It is also less expensive and less crowded for travellers during this season, which makes it one of the best times to go. Find out where to go in April to June…

July to November

This season offers comfortable temperatures and is a popular time for travel because of summer holidays in the northern hemisphere. It can get very busy, so be sure to book well in advance. If you want to climb Kilimanjaro, now is the time to do it. Explore your safari options from July to November…

The Migration Seasons

East Africa is the stage for the world's greatest wildlife drama. The wildebeest migration is an annual journey of hundreds of thousands of animals from the Serengeti in Tanzania, to the Masai Mara in Kenya. Find out when and where to see the migration…


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East Africa Travel The Equator, the geography, the time of year and the Indian Ocean Trade Winds are all factors that influence the weather in Kenya and Tanzania and should be taken into account if you are planning any type of Africa safari travel. Hot Days and Cooler Evenings on Safari As a general rule of thumb, on safari you should expect hot days and cooler evenings. No matter what time of year you are travelling we always recommend that you travel with at least a warm jersey and light rain jacket. Tropical Weather on the Coast On safari travel to Zanzibar and Kenya beaches you can expect the climate to be humid and tropical, with occasional light breezes.	When to Travel to East Africa
	East Africa is a great destination all year round. Each season has its advantages, and each area has its best moments. If you have already decided when you are going on safari, you can use these pages to decide on the best places to travel to and the best safari tours to book. If your dates are flexible you'll be able to plan your safari better by understanding the seasonal trends in the places you want to go to. The annual wildebeest migration is an incredible event, only witnessed in East Africa, so we've also included a special section to help you plan a safari with the best chance of witnessing it for yourself. Please click on the seasonal links below for detailed information and tours.
	December to March This is summer in East Africa, so temperatures are warm. The short rains from early November to late March are sporadic and don't last long. Game viewing in the Serengeti and diving in Zanzibar are excellent now. Read more about safaris from December to March…	April to June The long rains are from early April through early June, but don't be put off: safaris are still good in the Serengeti, Lake Manyara and the Masai Mara. It is also less expensive and less crowded for travellers during this season, which makes it one of the best times to go. Find out where to go in April to June…	July to November This season offers comfortable temperatures and is a popular time for travel because of summer holidays in the northern hemisphere. It can get very busy, so be sure to book well in advance. If you want to climb Kilimanjaro, now is the time to do it. Explore your safari options from July to November…	The Migration Seasons East Africa is the stage for the world's greatest wildlife drama. The wildebeest migration is an annual journey of hundreds of thousands of animals from the Serengeti in Tanzania, to the Masai Mara in Kenya. Find out when and where to see the migration…