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Tanzania in March

March

The long rains begin in March – afternoon downpours are the norm, but wildlife viewing is still very good and there are a lot of migratory birds to observe

What's the weather going to be like in Tanzania in March?

  • Tropical downpours in the afternoon are the everyday norm
  • March marks the start of the long wet season, and it’s one of the wettest months of the year
  • Daily temperatures sit at around 86°F, and humidity is high
  • Don’t forget your waterproofs!

What are the highlights of visiting Tanzania during March?

  • It’s low season, so there’s good availability of properties
  • Many camps and lodges offer very good value for money
  • March is a quiet time in Tanzania, with very few travelers about
  • The herds of the Great Migration are starting to leave the Ndutu Plains and head west towards the Serengeti’s Grumeti region
  • Following the arrival of newborns in January–February, there are lots of young animals about
  • It’s a great time for birdwatching, as all sorts of migratory birds may be spotted across Tanzania, and numerous waterbirds and hornbills are at Lake Manyara
  • The scenery is green and beautiful, with abundant flowers in bloom
  • Cloudy skies create a dramatic backdrop for photographs

Any lowlights?

  • Some of the country’s remoter camps close down for the rainy season
  • Humidity is building, and there is a high chance of rain every day
  • The Tanzanian coast and Zanzibar receive a lot of heavy rainfall at this time of year
  • There are lots of bugs and mosquitoes around
  • Depending on the severity of the rain, some roads become impassable
  • Climbing Kilimanjaro can be risky in March

Recommended Safaris to Tanzania in March

Wildebeest and zebra sightings, Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

Tanzania Family Safari Green Season (10n) – Classic

This trip involves the best of green-season safari! You’ll visit Lake Manyara, the Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti, before heading to Zanzibar for a beach break. We’ve chosen properties that offer great rates for kids and lots of activities.
Elephants, Big Five safari, Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

Tanzania Couple Safari Green Season (11n) – Classic

This safari starts with Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater, before moving to the Serengeti for viewing the Great Migration and high concentrations of predators on the park’s southern short-grass plains! After that, we whisk you off to Zanzibar.
Jumping with the Maasai, Ngorongoro

Tanzania Couple Safari Green Season (10n) – Value

The Serengeti is awesome at this time of year, as the herds spread across the southern plains in readiness for the calving season! This safari offers great value as well as the guarantee of epic big game and some fabulous R&R on Zanzibar at the end.
Giraffes in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania

Tanzania Honeymoon Safari Green Season (11n) – Classic

This green-season safari includes some of Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations! You’ll enjoy a wide variety of experiences, such as culture with the Maasai and unparalleled game viewing, before finishing up on the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar.

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