When planning a Safari it’s difficult to decide when is the best time to go, but really the answer to that question all depends on what it is that you’d like from the experience as different times of year you will see different things.

Generally June to October is considered ‘Dry season’ in Africa during this time the days are usually sunny and clear with less mosquitoes and it’s very unlikely to rain. At this time of year the bush also tends to be less dense so it can be easier to spot animals as they make the trip to the waterhole to drink and cool off from the hot summer sun. This is also the season to see the wildebeest migration which is a popular amongst most safari goers.

November to May is considered ‘Wet season’ this is generally a cheaper time to go on safari due to the unpredictable weather but can be beautiful as the scenery is much more lush and green. Often this is the time to see the newborn animals and although they can be harder to spot in the dense undergrowth they certainly are worth the wait to see!

For many people, a Safari holiday is something that they will only every experience once in their life time. It is by no means a cheap holiday but one that you will never forget and will open your eyes to a world you may not have realised existed.

When choosing which company to book with when going on Safari, you need to ensure that they are reputable and have solid reviews of their service and knowledge. All UK tour operators will only allow you to book through one of their recommended safari guides and will have carried out their own checks prior to recommending it to you.

You may want to ask what their policy is on conserving the animals and area and the safety aspects of the tour as any good travel agent should have this information to hand or be able to get it for you quite quickly.