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Tanzania in September

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The dry season peaks in September, and wildlife viewing is excellent as they stick around the last remaining water sources. This month tends to mirror August regarding sunny days and cool mornings and evenings.

While extensive layering isn’t required, packing warm clothes for game drives is necessary to avoid an uncomfortable safari experience. In case you haven’t had the chance to see it yet, the wildebeest migration is still on the move in September, and this tends to be an exciting experience as they bring life to the Serengeti National Park as they splash through the water.

To see other wildlife apart from the Big Five, chimpanzees are commonly found in Mahale National Park and are most prominent in September.

Weather in September

Safari experiences are great during September, with no cloudy days in sight. The days are mostly sunny, and game drives are generally pleasant with abundant wildlife.

Warm days leave room for plenty of species to be seen, including butterflies, bush pigs, blue monkeys, and the Ugandan red colobus at the Mahale National Park.

Average Weather in September

Temperature Celsius Fahrenheit Rainfall
Min 8℃46℉0.7 mm
Max 24℃75℉124 mm

National Parks to Visit in Tanzania and Why

Mahale National Park

September is an excellent time to visit Mahale National Park, as chimpanzees and other primates are now seen in abundance.

Chimp trekking is considered the easiest this month, which is perfect as this is the park’s star attraction.

Serengeti National Park

The wildebeest migration is still prevalent this month and is an excellent attraction as they bring life to the park by running through the water. Serengeti National Park is also a fantastic location for predators, including lions, leopards, and hyenas.

Ruaha National Park

Considered a popular location for wildlife viewing, Ruaha National Park is a fantastic region for predators, including prides of lions. While not a Big Five destination, the park is known for inhabiting wild dogs.

Activities to do in September

  • Game drives
  • Chimp trekking

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