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Gloria Hobbins
Sep 26th 2008
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What is the best time of year to go on safari in East or Southern Africa?
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ClaireA
Sep 26th 2008
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Hi Gloria,

African game viewing is quite logical really: the grass can be long in some areas after the rains; therefore, game viewing at these times can be difficult. In some areas, the wildlife will disperse during the rains due to the ample water supply, as they are not dependent on water holes. Therefore, Winter is generally the best time for game spotting on an African safari.

In Southern Africa (South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi): Winter is the dry season (May-August) in the lowveld. Little rainfall means that animals converge around waterholes and the low brush is ideal for wildlife viewing. Summer months can be productive – especially for keen bird watchers, as the migratory species breed during this period, and the Okavango Delta, for example, becomes a paradise.

East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda): There are two rainy seasons in East Africa, the first, known as the long rains is from April to June and the shorter season from late November through to December. Many properties in the game viewing areas do close during April and May, mainly due to bad road conditions. This means that the months that don't coincide with the rains are the best time for game viewing. Enjoy your African Safari!
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ddungu
Dec 1st 2008
Well, it all depends on the safari type that you are going for. E.g If you are going for a migration safari to Serengeti or Masai Mara, June to August is the best. If you are interested in avoiding rain, some safari areas are almost rainy throughout the year, e.g Bwindi forest where you go for gorilla tracking! May be try to be more specific with the safari of your choice so that we can advise you on the best time to go.
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Guest
Dec 16th 2008
I am going to Cape Town on MARCH 28 2009 and will be ther until Aprip 10 2009. What are the safaris like at that time of years
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Well05
Jan 9th 2009
Im am visiting Africa in December 2009 for a week and a half. We will be staying in Durban for 5 days and staying on the reserve @ Krugar National park for 4 days. Is this a good time of yeAr to visit South africa?
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DavidF
Jan 12th 2009
Well05 - yes, this is a pretty good time to visit. It is mid-summer so it will be warm but quite crowded with people. Book your accommodation well in advance.
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asko
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Feb 2nd 2009
Ah! The best time to do a game reserve is during summer which is in between july to september to avoid your self convinience.
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ndiritu
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Feb 21st 2009
what's your interests?
African safaris are always adventure filled and they always magical sites and experiences all year round,save for the extremely wet seasons when game drives and game viewing isn't pleasant owing to the muddy and wet conditions.
if adventures and young at heart,and want to experience all OF Africa in on safaris,visit EAST Africa b2in july and march.
S.A. avoid the winter months.
if going for mountaineering,hikes,golira sfaris and beach safaris East Africa is good all year in weather save for the wet months of April & May.
weather ,your budget and your interests dictates your best time of visiting.

if you travel and visit in the peak months rates accommodation ground transport and alll services are high,coppled with crowding.
if go choose off peak season greater fulfilment will greet your always and those memories.
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magical africa the candle of mankind. rama safaris: www.ramasafaris.com
 
mully
Jun 3rd 2009
Could anyone tell me how long the transfer is from Mombasa airport to Diani Beach area and how much should I expect to pay ?
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DavidF
Jun 3rd 2009
Get hold of www.taxipeter.com - he will quote you a price, you might want to negotiate but not too hard.
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betty
Jul 31st 2009
The best time to travel in East Africa is from sep to dec during the mid season.affordable price at this time
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