Tourism Seasons and Weather

East Africa is generally an all-year-round destination due to its proximity to the equator and high altitude, offering consistently warm to mild temperatures

Season	Months	Weather & Conditions	Safari & Trekking Advantages
Peak / Long Dry	June to October	Longest dry spell. Warm days, cool to cold nights, especially at altitude (Ngorongoro, Crater Rim, Bwindi).	Best Game Viewing: Sparse vegetation, animals congregate at water holes. Best Trekking: Drier, less slippery trails for Gorillas/Chimps. Migration Peak: The Migration is typically in the Masai Mara (Kenya) during this time
Short Rains	November to Early December	Short, intermittent afternoon showers. Skies are generally clear.	Lower Prices: Deals often available for lodges. Birding: Migratory birds arrive. Photography: Beautiful green landscapes.
Short Dry	Mid-December to February	Hot, sunny, dry	Excellent Game Viewing: High concentration of game in southern Tanzania and northern Uganda. Migration: Calving season in the southern Serengeti (Tanzania).
Low / Long Rains	March to May	Heaviest rains, especially in April and May. Temperatures are humid.	Budget Travel: Best time for discounted rates. Quiet Parks: Lowest tourist numbers offer a private safari experience. Trekking: Trails can be very muddy and challenging.

General Security Best Practices

Valuables: Keep expensive jewellery, watches, and excessive cash at home. Use hotel safes.
Transport: Never use unmarked taxis or motorbike taxis (boda-bodas) in cities unless pre-arranged by your lodge or Katuma African Safaris.
Photography: It is illegal to take photos of military installations, government buildings, police stations, or border posts. Always ask permission before photographing local people.