4 Days Tanzania Safari In March to Serengeti

March falls at the beginning of the long rainy season, so you should expect lush green landscapes and occasional afternoon downpours. These rains are usually brief and help clear the dust, making the air very crisp for photography. While it is a wet month, most of the game viewing remains excellent as animals enjoy the fresh grass.

During this time of year, the massive herds are typically located in the southern Serengeti and the Ndutu plains for the calving season. You will have a fantastic chance to see thousands of wildebeest and zebras gathered on the short grass plains. This abundance of young animals also attracts many predators like lions and cheetahs looking for an easy meal.

One of the biggest benefits is that the parks are much less crowded, allowing for a more private and intimate viewing experience. You will also find that many luxury lodges offer lower rates during this period because it is considered the low season. The scenery is vibrantly green, providing a beautiful backdrop that differs from the usual dusty brown landscape.

You will travel in a sturdy 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser that has been specially modified for rugged African terrain. Each vehicle features a pop-up roof for 360-degree wildlife viewing and photography throughout the parks. Inside, you will find charging ports for your electronic devices and a cooler box to keep your drinks cold.

We can easily alter the third or fourth morning of your trip to include a sunrise hot air balloon safari over the plains. This activity provides a breathtaking aerial perspective of the wandering herds and is followed by a celebratory champagne breakfast. Please let us know during the booking process so we can manage the extra logistics for your party.

The itinerary is very family-friendly because it focuses on high-density wildlife areas with manageable driving distances. We can select child-friendly lodges with swimming pools and specialized menus to keep younger travelers happy and comfortable. Our guides are also excellent at engaging kids by teaching them about animal tracks and bird species.

The dry season from June to October offers the best animal sightings as wildlife gathers near permanent water sources. However, the green season from January to March is also beautiful and much quieter with fewer vehicles in the parks. Each season provides a unique perspective on the landscape, ensuring a memorable experience regardless of when you visit.

The Ngorongoro Crater is a natural sanctuary where you have a very high chance of spotting lions, buffaloes, elephants, and the rare black rhino. By combining this with the Serengeti, your chances of finding a leopard hidden in the trees also increase significantly. Our expert guides focus on high-density wildlife areas to help you complete your checklist within the short timeframe.

The journey involves several hours of driving through beautiful highland landscapes and the Great Rift Valley. We break up the trip with game drives and stops at scenic viewpoints to keep the travel interesting and educational. The distance between the parks allows you to see the changing vegetation and local Maasai villages along the way.

We recommend packing light layers of clothing because the weather can change from a hot afternoon to a very chilly morning on the crater rim. Essential items include a wide-brimmed hat, high factor sunscreen, and a good pair of binoculars for animal spotting. Since space is limited in safari cars, please use a soft duffel bag for your personal belongings.