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June
1 to June 13
June 21 to July 3
July 9 to July 21
July 26 to August 7
Aug. 15 to Aug. 27
Sept. 4 to Sept. 16
Sept. 17 to Sept. 19
Sept. 27 to Oct. 9
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Oct.
15 to Oct. 27
Nov. 4 to Nov. 16
Nov. 24 to Dec. 6
Dec. 22 to Jan. 2
Jan. 10 to Jan. 22
Feb. 1 to Feb. 13
Feb. 19 to Mar. 3
Mar. 11 to Mar. 23
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The
Best Times to Take Your Safari
There are two rainy seasons in Tanzania: the long rains occur
from late March through May, and the short rains from November
until January. The long rains usually fall in short, heavy downpours,
often accompanied by brief storms. Although exciting, road travel
can occasionally be slow. The short rains tend to be much less
severe and more pleasant. However, optimal times for a safari
are July through October and December through March.
The latter months are also the prime time in which to view the
spectacular migration of the wildebeest, zebra, and gazelles
to their calving grounds on the short grass plains of the Serengeti.
Here you will drive through nearly 2 million of them. It's the
largest aggregation of animals on the planet. During this period,
the plains are also patrolled by large numbers of big cats (primarily
lion and cheetah) as well as hyenas that prey upon this moveable
feast.
During the dry season, from June through October, one can view
the equally spectacular migratory elephants that congregate
by the thousands in Tarangire National Park.
All photography © 1994-2004
By Robert J. Blumenschine
Design:
HOMINIDAE
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