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!