Meilleure période pour un safari en Tanzanie
Un guide complet mois par mois des saisons safari en Tanzanie, du calendrier de la Grande Migration, des conditions météo et des pics d'observation de la faune.
En bref
Haute saison
Juin – Octobre
Saison sèche. Meilleures observations de la faune. Traversées de la rivière Mara juillet-septembre.
Saison des naissances
Janvier – Février
Plus de 500 000 gnous naissent dans le sud du Serengeti. Action dramatique des prédateurs.
Saison avantageuse
Mars – Mai, Novembre
Saison verte avec des tarifs 30-50% inférieurs. Paysages luxuriants, moins de touristes.
Guide mois par mois
Chaque mois offre quelque chose d'unique.
| Month | Season | Temperature | Rainfall | Crowds | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Green Season | 25-30°C | High | Low | 4/5 |
| February | Green Season | 25-30°C | Medium | Low | 5/5 |
| March | Long Rains | 24-29°C | Very High | Very Low | 2/5 |
| April | Long Rains | 23-28°C | Very High | Very Low | 2/5 |
| May | Long Rains End | 23-28°C | High | Low | 3/5 |
| June | Dry Season | 20-27°C | Low | Medium | 5/5 |
| July | Dry Season | 19-26°C | Very Low | High | 5/5 |
| August | Dry Season | 20-27°C | Very Low | High | 5/5 |
| September | Dry Season | 21-28°C | Very Low | Medium-High | 5/5 |
| October | Short Rains Start | 22-29°C | Medium | Medium | 4/5 |
| November | Short Rains | 23-29°C | High | Low | 3/5 |
| December | Short Rains End | 24-30°C | Medium | Medium | 4/5 |
January
Green SeasonFebruary
Green SeasonMarch
Long RainsApril
Long RainsMay
Long Rains EndJune
Dry SeasonJuly
Dry SeasonAugust
Dry SeasonSeptember
Dry SeasonOctober
Short Rains StartNovember
Short RainsDecember
Short Rains EndQuestions fréquemment posées
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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