January
Poor
Wet Season
Temperatures are hot but comfortable, and there is quite a bit of rain, although it usually falls at night.
Animal densities drop at this time of year. Some species move wider afield as water and good grazing is plentiful. Others to give birth, making his is a time of plenty for the predators. Sightings can be spectacular although game viewing is challenging.
Vegetation is lush, green and wildflowers are in bloom. This is a good time to visit for photographers looking for beautiful landscapes and baby animals. Birder will also find many migratory birds in their breeding plumage.
It is important to note that some camps are closed during this month, leading to a more intimate safari.
February
Poor
Wet Season
Temperatures are hot but comfortable, and there is quite a bit of rain, although it usually falls at night. It can get quite humid if there are a few days without rain.
Animal densities drop at this time of year. Some species move wider afield as water and good grazing is plentiful. Others to give birth, making his is a time of plenty for the predators. Sightings can be spectacular although game viewing is challenging.
Vegetation is lush, green and wildflowers are in bloom. This is a good time to visit for photographers looking for beautiful landscapes and baby animals. Birder will also find many migratory birds in their breeding plumage.
It is important to note that some camps are closed during this month, leading to a more intimate safari.
March
Good
Wet season
Temperatures are hot but comfortable, humidity has dropped. Evenings can get a bit cool now so we recommend a light jumper. The rain is easing off, mainly the odd afternoon showers during the week.
The recent birthing season leads to an abundance of innocent newborn prey, again the predators take full advantage of this.
Vegetation is green and lush, the thick bush is challenging, but by now a few game paths and favorite water spots are becoming established.
This is a good time to visit for photographers looking for beautiful landscapes and baby animals. Birders will also find many migratory birds, some preparing for long journeys north.
It is important to note that some camps are closed during this month, leading to a more intimate safari.
This is a time of abundance, with lots going on in the animal world, there is great variety at the moment and sightings can be unique and spectacular.
Most lodges that remain open are in the Mfuwe area, thanks to a large network of all-weather roads. It is also thought to be one of the best times to see the rare African wild dog in the Mfuwe area before they spread throughout the park.
April
Good
Wet season
Temperatures are high but comfortable, with very little and only a handful of rainy days across the month.
Animals are in excellent condition. The lush vegetation is at its thickest now and spotting is difficult. The dryer conditions open up more game viewing loops and favorite wallowing spots or fishing pools have been established by now.
Birds migrate North signalling the end of the wet season and this time of plenty. Some watering holes are a water bird bonanza as they drop.
It is important to note that some camps are closed during this month, leading to a more intimate safari.
This is a time of abundance, with lots going on in the animal world, there is great variety at the moment and sightings can be unique and spectacular.
Most lodges that remain open are in the Mfuwe area, thanks to a large network of all-weather roads. It is also thought to be one of the best times to see the rare African wild dog in the Mfuwe area before they spread throughout the park.
May
Good
Dry season
Day temperatures begin to cool with the onset of the dry season, rain is unlikely.
Game viewing begins to improve as vegetation thins and water holes begin to dry up, forcing the various species into closer proximity.
A great time to visit, with good weather and low price before peak safari season.
There is a sense of adventure in the air as roads dry up and new areas are seen having not been accessed for months.
June
Good
Dry season
Day temperatures are hot but comfortable with little to no chance of rain.
Game viewing is at its best with vegetation thinning and animals congregating around the established water sources. Old water holes are drying up and you never know what you may find.
With Bush camps opening up there is more choice now. Even during peak season this premier park never feels crowded, unique for a destination of this quality.
Dry cooler conditions, lead to a drop in insect numbers, particularly the mosquito.
Take advantage of the ideal walking conditions and experience the bush on foot.
We recommend to pack a warm jacket for chilly morning game drives.
July
Great
Dry season
Day temperatures are hot but comfortable with little to no chance of rain.
Game viewing is at its best with vegetation thinning and animals sharing the remaining watering holes and lagoons. Depending on the amount of water remaining from the wet season more and more animals are relying on the river now.
Even during peak season this premier park never feels crowded, unique for a destination of this quality.
Dry cooler conditions, lead to a drop in insect numbers, particularly the mosquito.
Take advantage of the ideal walking conditions in on of Africa’s best walking national parks and experience the bush on foot.
We recommend to pack a warm jacket for chilly morning game drives.
August
Great
Dry season
Day temperatures are hot but comfortable with little to no chance of rain.
Game viewing is at its peak. Vegetation has thinned out from grazing and lack of water. The animals are now congregating around the Luangwa River and other remaining water sources.
Even during peak season this premier park never feels crowded, unique for a destination of this quality.
Dry cooler conditions, lead to a drop in insect numbers, particularly the mosquito.
Take advantage of the ideal walking conditions and experience the bush on foot.
We recommend to pack a warm jacket, morning game drives can get chilly.
September
Great
Dry season
Temperatures are high with relative humidity, there is little chance of rain.
Game viewing is at its peak. Vegetation has thinned out from grazing and lack of water. The animals are now congregating around the Luangwa River and other remaining water sources.
Even during peak season this premier park never feels crowded, unique for a destination of this quality.
Dry cooler conditions, lead to a drop in insect numbers, particularly the mosquito.
Take advantage of the ideal walking conditions in one of Africa’s best walking national parks and experience the bush on foot.
A highlight for all not only birders, the Carmine Bee eaters are nesting now. The Luangwa river banks are some of the best places in Africa to see these beautiful birds.
October
Great
Dry season
Temperatures are at their hottest, with humidity reaching an all year high before the fall of the first rains, usually towards the end of the month.
Game viewing is prime for most of October, times are desperate and its survival of the fittest in the Luangwa bush.
The arrival of the first rains may come towards the end of the month. There is a sudden eruption of lush green grass contrasting dry bush of a few days ago. The rejuvenated bush and particularly new grass shoots make game viewing very productive.
If you don’t mind the heat, this is a great time to visit with tourist numbers dropping and often interesting sightings.
November
Good
Wet season
Temperatures are hot and humid for the first half of November, becoming less intense with the increase of rain throughout the month.
Game viewing is still excellent with few animals leaving the area until sufficient rains have fallen. The rejuvenated patches where rain has fallen attract a lot of prey species.
The arrival of the rains sees a spike in the insect numbers, so have your repellent handy.
The Carmine Bee eaters are still nesting and other species of birds are beginning to arrive.
December
Poor
Wet season
Temperatures are hot with unpredictable humidity levels and high evening rainfall is to be expected.
Game viewing is good with relatively high densities of wildlife in a rejuvenated environment.
Vegetation is lush, green and in bloom, alive with the sounds of migratory birds in their breeding plumage.
The arrival of the rains sees a spike in the insect numbers, so have your repellent handy.
It is important to note that some camps are closed during this month, leading to a more intimate safari.
Depending on the amount of rain that has fallen this can be an excellent time to visit.
