Zambia in May

May

Characterised by very few travellers in the national parks, May is a great time to take a quiet safari – the bush is still beautifully green and mosquito numbers are on the decline.

What's the weather going to be like in Zambia in May?

Days are likely to be warm and dry, with clear skies
It’s the second month of dry season, so most of the rain from green season has faded away
Temperatures can be cool during early mornings and late evenings
Lots of warm layers are recommended for the chillier periods of the day.

What are the highlights of visiting Zambia in May?

Most safari camps and lodges re-open in May offering great rates
It’s a fairly quiet time of year, so most properties are available and reasonably priced
The landscape is beautifully green and lush following the green season
There are fewer mosquitoes around now it’s drier
Wildlife in lush landscapes is a great photography subject this month.

Any lowlights?

Night temperatures start to drop
The summer’s migrant birds have all moved on
In some spots, the grass growth is still quite high, which means wildlife is more difficult to see
Victoria Falls is in full flow, so the view can be obscured by the spray
The walking areas are not yet opened making walking safaris difficult at this time of year, as the ground is still muddy and slippery after the last few months of heavy rain.

Recommended Safaris to Zambia in May

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Vic Falls & Botswana Highlights (8n) – Luxury

This trip combines the majesty of Victoria Falls and incredible game viewing in the Linyanti and the Okavango Delta! You’ll stay in three luxurious properties, including the Linyanti’s recently rebuilt King’s Pool Camp.

Zambia Family Safari Shoulder Season (6N) - Classic

This is one of our favorite shoulder-season trips for families. It starts at the spectacular Victoria Falls, and continues into the wildly exciting South Luangwa! The accommodation is excellent, and there’s a wonderful range of activities.

Zambia Private Group Safari Shoulder Season (7N) – Classic

This itinerary is suitable for groups of up to eight persons, and families too! Involving the South Luangwa and the Lower Zambezi, it uses properties that offer a private vehicle and guide, as well as your very own chef!

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Vic Falls & Botswana Highlights (10n) – Classic

This trip includes Victoria Falls, a split location in the Okavango Delta to give you access to both wet and dry game-viewing areas, and also the predator-rich Linyanti region to the west of Chobe National Park.

Zambia Honeymoon Safari Shoulder Season (10N) – Classic

This exciting itinerary involves Victoria Falls, the South Luangwa, and the Lower Zambezi, guaranteeing a honeymoon of a lifetime. We use luxurious properties offering a great range of activities, from watersports to bush walks!

Zambia Solo Safari Shoulder Season (6N) – Classic

This itinerary is based in Zambia’s superb South Luangwa National Park! We use small intimate camps that do not charge a single supplement – and the safari activities they offer are first rate.

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Vic Falls & Botswana Highlights (8n) – Classic

This trip includes not only Victoria Falls and the Okavango Delta, but also the predator-rich Linyanti region to the west of the wildlife-filled Chobe National Park! The safari camps we use are fabulously located in private reserves.

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Vic Falls & Botswana Highlights (10n) – Luxury

This trip begins at the spectacular Victoria Falls, before continuing to two wildlife-rich safari areas – the Linyanti and the Okavango Delta! We use a thrilling mix of luxury camps offering both land- and water-based activities.

Botswana Solo Safari (10N) – Luxury

This trip starts at the spectacular Victoria Falls, and continues with some exceptionally good game viewing in the Linyanti Reserve and the Okavango Delta! You’ll stay in small and solo-friendly luxury safari camps, within fantastic locations.

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