KENYA — Masaï Mara, Laikipia, Lewa, Samburu
→ Early arrivals of the Migration, abundant predators, excellent clarity. Superb for rhinos, elephants, Grevy’s zebras, reticulated giraffes, lions, cheetahs, leopards.
→ Data: 12–24°C; dry; low grasses; low mosquitoes.
MALAWI — Liwonde, Majete + Lake Malawi
→ Magnificent for a safari + lake journey: open bush, elephants, lions, cheetahs, sables, hippos, crocodiles, and perfect lake conditions for swimming, kayaking and snorkelling.
→ Data: 15–26°C; dry; low mosquitoes; excellent tracks.
RWANDA — Gorillas
→ One of the most stable months: dry, cool, perfectly readable bamboo forests.
→ Data: 12–20°C; minimal rain; very low mosquitoes.
UGANDA — Gorillas, chimpanzees, savanna
→ Prime conditions for primates and classic safari: stable trails, active chimps, clear sightings in Queen Elizabeth.
→ Data: 14–24°C; dry; excellent tracks; low mosquitoes.
GABON — Loango, Lopé, Ivindo
→ Beginning of Gabon’s major dry season: forests more accessible, very good wildlife visibility, high activity at forest clearings.
→ July is an excellent gorilla month at Loango and Langoué Bai.→ Data: 24–28°C; very little rain; moderate mosquitoes; drier tracks.
SÃO TOMÉ-ET-PRÍNCIPE
→ Calm, mild, ideal for rainforest walks, waterfalls and plantations.
→ Data: 24–28°C; very little rain; moderate mosquitoes.
ZANZIBAR, PEMBA, MAFIA, THANDA, FANJOVE
→ Superb beach month with excellent marine visibility.
→ Data: 24–28°C; dry; clear sea; low mosquitoes.
MAURITIUS
→ Mild tropical winter: ideal for outdoor activities, golf and wellness.
→ Data: 22–27°C; dry; fresh but pleasant sea.
SEYCHELLES
→ Clear water, light winds, ideal for sailing and private-island stays.
→ Data: 24–28°C; little rain; moderate wind.