The Green Season
The green season is an enchanting time to explore Southern Tanzania’s untamed parks. Many people overlook the green season, believing it’s not prime safari time. However, they couldn’t be more mistaken.
The Emerald Season offers a different but equally rewarding safari experience, with stunning scenery, unique wildlife behaviors, fewer people, and lower prices. Starting around late November or early December, the first rains transform Southern Tanzania’s national parks, including Ruaha National Park and Nyerere National Park. The dry, dusty landscapes burst into vibrant greenery, signaling a season of renewal and growth.
During this time, the landscape transforms into lush, green savannahs with vibrant wildflowers and dramatic skies, offering a unique safari experience and creating a photographer’s dream. Wildlife sightings remain abundant, as the first rains attract migratory birds, making it a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts. There is a greater chance to spot species such as the carmine bee-eater, southern ground hornbill, and Eurasian rollers.
From November to April, migratory birds from Europe and Northern Africa fill the landscape, making this an outstanding time for bird watching. Resident birds also nest during this period, displaying their finest breeding plumage.
Large herbivores like elephants, giraffes, and buffalo thrive on the fresh vegetation, while predators like lions and leopards continue to roam the parks. Newborns of many species, from impalas to wildebeests, are born at the start or during the annual rains, when food is plentiful and survival chances are higher. These young animals make their first appearances during this season, offering exciting photographic opportunities.
Whether you’re drawn by the beauty of the rejuvenated landscapes, the abundance of birdlife, or the thrill of witnessing young animals, Green Season safaris offer a different perspective on the African wilderness, allowing you to experience the park’s natural beauty in a unique way.
Have you ever considered going on a safari during this time?
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