Africa · March
Best time to visit Tanzania in March 🇹🇿
March in Tanzania is shoulder season — mixed conditions. a shoulder-season pick — quieter and cheaper, but expect mixed weather or a few closures.
Tanzania year at a glance
The absolute peak months for Tanzania are January, February, June, July, August, September, December. March is a solid shoulder choice if you want fewer crowds.
What Tanzania is like in March
Serengeti & northern circuit: Jun–Oct dry season; calving Jan–Feb. Kilimanjaro: Jan–Feb & Jul–Sep. Zanzibar: Jun–Oct & Dec–Feb.
Insider tip
Climbing Kili in Jan–Feb has clearer summits and fewer crowds than the Jul–Sep peak.
Where to go in March instead
Japan in March
Cherry blossoms in spring, fiery maples in autumn.
Vietnam in March
A long country with three climates.
Nepal in March
Crystal-clear mountain views in autumn.
Sri Lanka in March
Two monsoons, two coasts.
Philippines in March
7,000 islands, one dry season.
South Korea in March
Sharp four-season country.