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Beste Reisezeit für Safari in Tansania

Ein vollständiger Monat-für-Monat-Leitfaden zu Tansanias Safari-Saisons, dem Zeitplan der Großen Migration, Wettermustern und Höhepunkten der Wildtierbeobachtung.

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Hauptsaison

Juni – Oktober

Trockenzeit. Beste Wildtierbeobachtung. Mara-Flussüberquerungen Juli-September.

Kalbungszeit

Januar – Februar

Über 500.000 Gnus werden in der südlichen Serengeti geboren. Dramatische Raubtier-Aktivität.

Günstige Saison

März – Mai, November

Grüne Saison mit 30-50% niedrigeren Preisen. Üppige Landschaften, weniger Touristen.

Monat-für-Monat-Leitfaden

Jeder Monat bietet etwas Einzigartiges.

MonthSeasonTemperatureRainfallCrowdsRating
JanuaryGreen Season25-30°CHighLow4/5
FebruaryGreen Season25-30°CMediumLow5/5
MarchLong Rains24-29°CVery HighVery Low2/5
AprilLong Rains23-28°CVery HighVery Low2/5
MayLong Rains End23-28°CHighLow3/5
JuneDry Season20-27°CLowMedium5/5
JulyDry Season19-26°CVery LowHigh5/5
AugustDry Season20-27°CVery LowHigh5/5
SeptemberDry Season21-28°CVery LowMedium-High5/5
OctoberShort Rains Start22-29°CMediumMedium4/5
NovemberShort Rains23-29°CHighLow3/5
DecemberShort Rains End24-30°CMediumMedium4/5

January

Green Season
25-30°CRegen: HighBesucherzahl: Low
Serengeti: Southern plains calving season — over 500,000 wildebeest give birth
Ngorongoro: Lush crater floor, excellent predator activity
Tarangire: Quiet, dispersed wildlife
Migration: Calving in Southern Serengeti – peak drama

February

Green Season
25-30°CRegen: MediumBesucherzahl: Low
Serengeti: Calving season continues, predator action at its peak
Ngorongoro: Green and beautiful, good birdwatching
Tarangire: Green season, fewer vehicles
Migration: Calving continues, dramatic predator-prey scenes

March

Long Rains
24-29°CRegen: Very HighBesucherzahl: Very Low
Serengeti: Herds begin moving north, rain can affect roads
Ngorongoro: Muddy but beautiful, fewer tourists
Tarangire: Off-season, some lodges close
Migration: Herds moving northwest

April

Long Rains
23-28°CRegen: Very HighBesucherzahl: Very Low
Serengeti: Rainy season, some areas inaccessible
Ngorongoro: Rain, but crater always has wildlife
Tarangire: Off-season
Migration: Herds in Western Corridor

May

Long Rains End
23-28°CRegen: HighBesucherzahl: Low
Serengeti: Rains easing, roads improving, herds in Western Corridor
Ngorongoro: Rains ending, good value season
Tarangire: Season starting to pick up
Migration: Western Corridor – Grumeti River crossings begin

June

Dry Season
20-27°CRegen: LowBesucherzahl: Medium
Serengeti: Excellent wildlife viewing, herds approach Grumeti River
Ngorongoro: Dry and clear, great crater views
Tarangire: Wildlife concentrating at river
Migration: Grumeti River crossings – spectacular

July

Dry Season
19-26°CRegen: Very LowBesucherzahl: High
Serengeti: Peak season — Mara River crossings begin
Ngorongoro: Clear skies, excellent game viewing
Tarangire: Elephant concentrations at their peak
Migration: Mara River crossings begin – most iconic event

August

Dry Season
20-27°CRegen: Very LowBesucherzahl: High
Serengeti: Peak Mara River crossings continue
Ngorongoro: Dry, excellent visibility
Tarangire: Best month for Tarangire – massive elephant herds
Migration: Mara River crossings at peak intensity

September

Dry Season
21-28°CRegen: Very LowBesucherzahl: Medium-High
Serengeti: Northern Serengeti crossings continue, excellent game
Ngorongoro: Great conditions, slightly fewer tourists
Tarangire: Still excellent for elephants and big cats
Migration: Late crossings, herds in Northern Serengeti/Kenya border

October

Short Rains Start
22-29°CRegen: MediumBesucherzahl: Medium
Serengeti: Short rains begin, herds start returning south
Ngorongoro: Light rains refresh the landscape
Tarangire: Good game viewing before rains
Migration: Herds begin return journey south

November

Short Rains
23-29°CRegen: HighBesucherzahl: Low
Serengeti: Green season begins, good value
Ngorongoro: Green and lush, baby animals appearing
Tarangire: Rains bring green landscapes, birdwatching
Migration: Herds moving south through Central Serengeti

December

Short Rains End
24-30°CRegen: MediumBesucherzahl: Medium
Serengeti: Short rains ending, excellent value season
Ngorongoro: Holiday season brings some crowds, green scenery
Tarangire: Green season with good birdwatching
Migration: Herds arrive in Southern Serengeti for calving

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What is the best month for a Tanzania safari?

June to October is peak dry season with excellent wildlife viewing. July-September offers the iconic Mara River crossings. January-February is calving season with dramatic predator action in Southern Serengeti.

When is the Great Migration in the Serengeti?

The Great Migration is a year-round cycle. Calving occurs January-February in the Southern Serengeti. Grumeti River crossings happen in June. The famous Mara River crossings occur July-September. Herds return south October-December.

Is green season a good time for safari in Tanzania?

Yes! Green season (November-May) offers lower prices, fewer tourists, lush landscapes, excellent birdwatching, and calving season (Jan-Feb). Roads can be challenging March-April, but the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire remain accessible year-round.

What is the cheapest time to go on safari in Tanzania?

March-May (long rains) and November (short rains) offer the lowest rates, often 30-50% less than peak season. May and November are excellent value months with decent wildlife viewing as the rains ease.

When is the best time to visit the Ngorongoro Crater?

The Ngorongoro Crater offers excellent year-round game viewing due to its enclosed ecosystem. June-October has the driest weather and clearest skies. January-March offers lush green scenery with flamingos on the crater lake.

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