Africa · October
Best time to visit Tanzania in October 🇹🇿
October in Tanzania is great time to visit. a great time — solid weather and most experiences open, often with fewer crowds than the absolute peak.
Tanzania year at a glance
The absolute peak months for Tanzania are January, February, June, July, August, September, December. October is a solid shoulder choice if you want fewer crowds.
What Tanzania is like in October
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.
Other countries also at their peak in October
Japan in October
Cherry blossoms in spring, fiery maples in autumn.
Vietnam in October
A long country with three climates.
India in October
A subcontinent — pick your region carefully.
Nepal in October
Crystal-clear mountain views in autumn.
South Korea in October
Sharp four-season country.
China in October
Continental — pick a region first.