OUR STAFF
PETER PILLIARD, 30
Managing Director, Arusha Tanzania
email: pp@wildlifetanzania.com
spoken languages: English, French, Spanish, Kiswahili, Maa
6 years of field experience as certified guide and instructor.
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FRANK M HINRICHS, 44
Co-Founder, Director, Brussels, Belgium
email: fmh@wildlifetanzania.com
spoken languages: German, English, French
Globe trotter, field recordist, Graduate in Plastic Arts
THE CLIMATE IN TANZANIA
The climate of Tanzania varies quite a bit, considering that its environment includes both the highest and the lowest points on the continent. While the narrow lowland coastal region is consistently hot and humid. The rainy seasons extend from November to early January and from March to May. The central regions of Tanzania are sufficiently elevated so as to offer much cooler temperatures. The central plateau is dry and arid. The northwestern highlands are cool and temperate and the rainy season here lasts from November to December and February to May.
Tropical clothing is worn throughout the year, but in the cooler season, from June to September, jackets and sweaters may be needed, especially in the evenings. Clothing appropriate to temperatures below zero is required on the higher slopes of Kilimanjaro and Meru. Also note that it can get very cold at night on the Ngorongoro Crater and early morning game drives may be chilly before the sun comes up.
First comes always the question ”When is the best time to go to Tanzania” , and the answer is often complex. However, often a concern about the weather underlies the question of 'the best time to go'.
So below is a broad guide to the climate of Tanzania. Please remember though that weather patterns across Africa are becoming increasingly unpredic-table, probably due to global warming; we're seeing downpours in the middle of deserts and damaging droughts when rains should be falling.
Just south of the equator, Tanzania is huge and its sheer size means that the climate varies considerably within it. However,
- Generally the main rainy season, or the 'long rains', are between about March and May. Afternoon tropical downpours are the norm – which are heavier and more predictable beside the coast and on the islands. The humidity is high and daily temperatures reach the low-mid 30°s.
- June to October is the 'long dry season' when rainfall is unusual, even on the islands. Temperatures vary hugely with altitude and location, but it's usually a fine, clear sky and sunny weather – it's a great time to visit Tanzania.
- During November and December there's another rainy season: the 'short rains'. These are much lighter than the main rains and less reliable.
- If it has rained during the short rains, then it normally dries up for a few months, January and February, which is Tanzania's 'short dry season', before starting to rain again in earnest in March.
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PRIVATE SAFARIS
Northern Circuit Migration Safari
(all year long, itinerary depending on season)
Arusha, Tarangire, Manyara, Ngorongoro Conservation Area including the Crater, Serengeti.
This safari will be following the migration either along the Serengeti’s northern or western corridor, you will most likely see the Big Five (buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion, black rhino-ceros) and much more.
The itinerary will also make you experience the Maasaï culture, explore Olduvai museum and some walking. In the region of Karatu you may visit the bush men.
Tour package includes game drives with your dedicated guide, park entrance fees, full board catering, tea/coffee, water always at your disposal, terrestrial transfers, lodging.
Does not include flights, optional activities, extra beverages in camps or lodges, tips ...
optional
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Beach holidays after the safari
Usually 3 days. A 10 day holiday including 3 days on the continental coast or in Zanzibar would be more the european style while americans usually do 14 solid days of safari.
Canoeing
at Momela Lakes, Arusha N.P.
Mountaineering
Mount 'Oldonyo Lengai' ("the mountain of god", an active volcano). Situated south of lake Natron with its flamingos almost all year 'round ... a landscape worth a million dollars (two nights should be spent here to explore this less visited region).
Hiking
at Mount Meru or Mount Kilimanjaro, depending on season.
More specific safaris
(i.e. bird watching) can be tailored to your wishes, please contact us for planing (according to season).
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THE PARKS
ARUSHA
KILIMANJARO
MANYARA
NGORONGORO
SERENGETI
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