The best time to visit Serengeti, Tanzania is Jun / Jul / Aug / Sep / Oct — dry season & Great Migration river crossings. Expect 20–28°C, with moderate (premium) crowds. Round-trip flights from major EU hubs run €600–1000 and hotels average about €300 a night.
| Best time to go | Jun / Jul / Aug / Sep / Oct |
|---|---|
| Weather | 20–28°C |
| Crowds | Moderate (premium) |
| Flights (round-trip, EU hubs) | €600–1000 economy · €2200–4200 business |
| Hotel (median) | €300 / night |
| Good for | safari, wildlife |
Why go in July
Dry season & Great Migration river crossings
About Serengeti
The Serengeti is the savannah of the imagination: golden grass running flat to the horizon, lone acacias throwing long shadows, and more wildlife per square mile than almost anywhere on Earth. Lions drape over kopjes at dawn, and the plains hum with a million unseen movements.
When to go
June kicks off the long dry season — the best window of the year. Thinning vegetation and shrinking waterholes concentrate animals, skies stay clear, and the Great Migration is massing in the western corridor ahead of the Mara River crossings. It's the moment to book a Serengeti safari tour before peak-season prices climb.
Serengeti weather month by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C | 16°C | 68 mm |
| February | 29°C | 17°C | 54 mm |
| March | 29°C | 17°C | 86 mm |
| April | 28°C | 17°C | 122 mm |
| May | 28°C | 16°C | 35 mm |
| June Peak | 28°C | 16°C | 14 mm |
| July Peak | 28°C | 15°C | 5 mm |
| August Peak | 29°C | 16°C | 12 mm |
| September Peak | 30°C | 17°C | 23 mm |
| October Peak | 31°C | 17°C | 44 mm |
| November | 29°C | 17°C | 116 mm |
| December | 28°C | 16°C | 103 mm |
Highlighted months are Serengeti's best time to visit. Figures are 2014–2023 averages (Open-Meteo ERA5); actual conditions vary year to year.
What it costs indicative, varies by date
Things to do book tickets & tours
Track the big cats on a sunrise game drive, then float over the herds on a hot air balloon safari as the plains catch first light. Pair it with the volcanic amphitheatre of the Ngorongoro Crater day trip — a self-contained Eden of rhino, flamingo and elephant just south of the park.
Before you go
FAQ quick answers
When is the best time to visit Serengeti?
The best time to visit Serengeti is Jun / Jul / Aug / Sep / Oct — dry season & Great Migration river crossings. In those months you can expect 20–28°C.
Is Serengeti worth visiting in July?
Yes — July is one of the best months to visit Serengeti: dry season & Great Migration river crossings. Expect moderate (premium) crowds, so book ahead.
What is the weather like in Serengeti?
In its best months (Jun / Jul / Aug / Sep / Oct), Serengeti typically sees 20–28°C. Average daytime highs run about 28–31°C, with overnight lows around 15–17°C.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Serengeti?
Flights to Serengeti are usually cheapest just outside the peak months — the shoulder weeks around Jun / Jul / Aug / Sep / Oct — when demand eases. Economy round-trips from major EU hubs range €600–1000; prices vary by date, so compare across a few weeks.
How much does a trip to Serengeti cost?
As a guide, round-trip economy flights from major EU hubs run €600–1000 (business €2200–4200), with hotels averaging about €300 per night. These are indicative seasonal ranges, not live quotes.
What are the best things to do in Serengeti?
Highlights in Serengeti include Great Migration, Big Five, Ngorongoro, Balloon safari.