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Where To Visit In May
Where To Visit In May
MAY
The Dry Winter Begins, Safari Seasons Start, Excellent Hiking. A pivotal month across the continent.
The dry winter kicks into gear, marking the official start of the high season for safari in countries like South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Zambia. The weather is mild and perfect for hiking in Lesotho and exploring the clear, dramatic landscapes of Namibia.
MAY
The Dry Winter Begins, Safari Seasons Start, Excellent Hiking. A pivotal month across the continent.
The dry winter kicks into gear, marking the official start of the high season for safari in countries like South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Zambia. The weather is mild and perfect for hiking in Lesotho and exploring the clear, dramatic landscapes of Namibia.
MAY
The Dry Winter Begins, Safari Seasons Start, Excellent Hiking. A pivotal month across the continent.
The dry winter kicks into gear, marking the official start of the high season for safari in countries like South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Zambia. The weather is mild and perfect for hiking in Lesotho and exploring the clear, dramatic landscapes of Namibia.
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Best Places To Visit In May
Best Places To Visit In May
Eswatini (Swaziland)
Dry season; ideal for cultural festivals and mountain treks.
The dry winter concentrates wildlife at permanent water sources, leading to world-class safaris and clear skies. Comfortable temperatures make tented camps pleasant for teens. The community conservancies in Botswana offer opportunities for cultural encounters.
Mantenga Cultural Village, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Ngwenya Glass craft center (hidden)
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Eswatini (Swaziland)
Dry season; ideal for cultural festivals and mountain treks.
The dry winter concentrates wildlife at permanent water sources, leading to world-class safaris and clear skies. Comfortable temperatures make tented camps pleasant for teens. The community conservancies in Botswana offer opportunities for cultural encounters.
Mantenga Cultural Village, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Ngwenya Glass craft center (hidden)
Explore Eswatini
Eswatini (Swaziland)
Dry season; ideal for cultural festivals and mountain treks.
The dry winter concentrates wildlife at permanent water sources, leading to world-class safaris and clear skies. Comfortable temperatures make tented camps pleasant for teens. The community conservancies in Botswana offer opportunities for cultural encounters.
Mantenga Cultural Village, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Ngwenya Glass craft center (hidden)
Explore Eswatini
Eswatini (Swaziland)
Dry season; ideal for cultural festivals and mountain treks.
The dry winter concentrates wildlife at permanent water sources, leading to world-class safaris and clear skies. Comfortable temperatures make tented camps pleasant for teens. The community conservancies in Botswana offer opportunities for cultural encounters.
Mantenga Cultural Village, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Ngwenya Glass craft center (hidden)
Explore Eswatini
Botswana
Prime safari season: dry weather ensures excellent game viewing; book camps early.
The winter dry season begins. Vegetation thins, and animals gather at permanent water sources, making for some of the year's best game viewing.
Okavango Delta, Chobe, Moremi, Makgadikgadi salt pans & Kubu Island (hidden)
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Botswana
Prime safari season: dry weather ensures excellent game viewing; book camps early.
The winter dry season begins. Vegetation thins, and animals gather at permanent water sources, making for some of the year's best game viewing.
Okavango Delta, Chobe, Moremi, Makgadikgadi salt pans & Kubu Island (hidden)
Explore Botswana
Botswana
Prime safari season: dry weather ensures excellent game viewing; book camps early.
The winter dry season begins. Vegetation thins, and animals gather at permanent water sources, making for some of the year's best game viewing.
Okavango Delta, Chobe, Moremi, Makgadikgadi salt pans & Kubu Island (hidden)
Explore Botswana
Botswana
Prime safari season: dry weather ensures excellent game viewing; book camps early.
The winter dry season begins. Vegetation thins, and animals gather at permanent water sources, making for some of the year's best game viewing.
Okavango Delta, Chobe, Moremi, Makgadikgadi salt pans & Kubu Island (hidden)
Explore Botswana
Zimbabwe, Botswana & Namibia:
Victoria Falls
Dry, sunny days and cool nights define the weather. Game viewing is at its peak, and while Victoria Falls' volume is less, the view of the gorge is clearer. The Okavango Delta is flooding, creating a water wilderness paradise explored by mokoro (canoe). The dry hinterland offers intense predator action around water sources. Winter brings crisp, cool mornings and clear, sunny days. This is the perfect time for wildlife viewing in Etosha and photography in the stark desert landscapes.
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Zimbabwe, Botswana & Namibia:
Victoria Falls
Dry, sunny days and cool nights define the weather. Game viewing is at its peak, and while Victoria Falls' volume is less, the view of the gorge is clearer. The Okavango Delta is flooding, creating a water wilderness paradise explored by mokoro (canoe). The dry hinterland offers intense predator action around water sources. Winter brings crisp, cool mornings and clear, sunny days. This is the perfect time for wildlife viewing in Etosha and photography in the stark desert landscapes.
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Zimbabwe
Dry season; Victoria Falls may be less voluminous but is more accessible; wildlife concentrates.
The dry months lower river levels, highlighting wildlife at waterholes and offering strong photographic chances. The falls and national parks shine under clear light and cooler nights. This is great for small-group cultural tours and trust-building community visits.
Victoria Falls, Hwange NP, Matobo Hills, Gonarezhou NP (hidden)
Explore Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe
Dry season; Victoria Falls may be less voluminous but is more accessible; wildlife concentrates.
The dry months lower river levels, highlighting wildlife at waterholes and offering strong photographic chances. The falls and national parks shine under clear light and cooler nights. This is great for small-group cultural tours and trust-building community visits.
Victoria Falls, Hwange NP, Matobo Hills, Gonarezhou NP (hidden)
Explore Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe
Dry season; Victoria Falls may be less voluminous but is more accessible; wildlife concentrates.
The dry months lower river levels, highlighting wildlife at waterholes and offering strong photographic chances. The falls and national parks shine under clear light and cooler nights. This is great for small-group cultural tours and trust-building community visits.
Victoria Falls, Hwange NP, Matobo Hills, Gonarezhou NP (hidden)
Explore Zimbabwe
Zambia
Dry season; excellent walking safaris and easier road travel.
Classic dry safari season with vast parks and walking safaris at their best. Rivers shrink to reveal island and floodplain dynamics, great for canoe and walking experiences. Towns and villages are calm and welcoming for cultural exchange.
South Luangwa NP, Lower Zambezi, Victoria Falls (Zambezi side), Bangweulu wetlands (hidden)
Explore Zambia
Zambia
Dry season; excellent walking safaris and easier road travel.
Classic dry safari season with vast parks and walking safaris at their best. Rivers shrink to reveal island and floodplain dynamics, great for canoe and walking experiences. Towns and villages are calm and welcoming for cultural exchange.
South Luangwa NP, Lower Zambezi, Victoria Falls (Zambezi side), Bangweulu wetlands (hidden)
Explore Zambia
Zambia
Dry season; excellent walking safaris and easier road travel.
Classic dry safari season with vast parks and walking safaris at their best. Rivers shrink to reveal island and floodplain dynamics, great for canoe and walking experiences. Towns and villages are calm and welcoming for cultural exchange.
South Luangwa NP, Lower Zambezi, Victoria Falls (Zambezi side), Bangweulu wetlands (hidden)
Explore Zambia
Madagascar
Dry season; some roads are rough, but wildlife sightings are high.
Cooler, drier weather reveals the island’s unique wildlife and baobab avenues. Trails and national parks are accessible without cyclones. It's great for families who enjoy unusual ecosystems and endemic species.
Avenue of the Baobabs, Tsingy de Bemaraha, Ranomafana, Isalo’s hidden gorges (lesser-known)
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Madagascar
Dry season; some roads are rough, but wildlife sightings are high.
Cooler, drier weather reveals the island’s unique wildlife and baobab avenues. Trails and national parks are accessible without cyclones. It's great for families who enjoy unusual ecosystems and endemic species.
Avenue of the Baobabs, Tsingy de Bemaraha, Ranomafana, Isalo’s hidden gorges (lesser-known)
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Madagascar
Dry season; some roads are rough, but wildlife sightings are high.
Cooler, drier weather reveals the island’s unique wildlife and baobab avenues. Trails and national parks are accessible without cyclones. It's great for families who enjoy unusual ecosystems and endemic species.
Avenue of the Baobabs, Tsingy de Bemaraha, Ranomafana, Isalo’s hidden gorges (lesser-known)
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Morocco
Shoulder seasons help avoid extreme heat; mountain passes become accessible.
Spring and autumn bring aromatic medinas, comfortable mountain treks, and lively harvest festivals. This is an ideal time for hands-on craft workshops and stays in Berber villages. Trips to the Sahara are pleasant without midsummer heat.
Marrakech souks, Fes medina, Atlas village stays, Chefchaouen & Aït Benhaddou (hidden gems)
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Morocco
Shoulder seasons help avoid extreme heat; mountain passes become accessible.
Spring and autumn bring aromatic medinas, comfortable mountain treks, and lively harvest festivals. This is an ideal time for hands-on craft workshops and stays in Berber villages. Trips to the Sahara are pleasant without midsummer heat.
Marrakech souks, Fes medina, Atlas village stays, Chefchaouen & Aït Benhaddou (hidden gems)
Explore Morocco
Morocco
Shoulder seasons help avoid extreme heat; mountain passes become accessible.
Spring and autumn bring aromatic medinas, comfortable mountain treks, and lively harvest festivals. This is an ideal time for hands-on craft workshops and stays in Berber villages. Trips to the Sahara are pleasant without midsummer heat.
Marrakech souks, Fes medina, Atlas village stays, Chefchaouen & Aït Benhaddou (hidden gems)
Explore Morocco
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Discover Africa's perfect destination for every month, expertly curated by optimal weather, incredible wildlife sightings, seasonal activities, and the best times for an unforgettable adventure.
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Collaborate With Us
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Have Questions About Our Trips?
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We are proud to rank among the top 10% of listings on Tripadvisor worldwide.
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Collaborate With Us
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Have Questions About Our Trips?
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