SOUTH AFRICA — Private reserves (Sabi Sands, Timbavati, Madikwe…)
→ A very good safari month: lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, rhinos, and numerous antelope species are highly visible. Light is crisp, temperatures comfortable, and grasses steadily lowering.
→ Data: 10–25°C; dry; low grasses; low mosquitoes.
MALAWI — Liwonde, Majete + Lake Malawi
→ Rains fade away, bush opens gradually, and sightings of elephants, hippos, crocodiles and birdlife improve considerably. Lake Malawi becomes idyllic: warm water (≈26–27°C), calm conditions, ideal for kayaking and snorkelling.
→ Data: 18–27°C; rains ending; moderate mosquitoes; good tracks
KENYA — Laikipia, Samburu, Lewa
→ After the long rains, northern Kenya becomes highly rewarding again: excellent sightings of rhinos, elephants, reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebras, oryx, lions, cheetahs, leopards. A great month to avoid the crowds of July–August.
→ Data: 16–26°C; decreasing rains; medium grasses; mosquitoes declining.
RWANDA — Gorillas
→ Rains retreat, trails become more manageable, and humidity drops. Gorilla families are very accessible, with great photographic conditions in still-lush but more open vegetation.
→ Data: 12–22°C; rare showers; good trails; low mosquitoes.
OUGANDA — Gorillas, chimpanzees, savanna
→ A very good month for primates: forests easier to navigate, high chimp activity, and clear sightings in Queen Elizabeth (including tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos).
→ Data: 15–25°C; limited showers; good tracks; moderate mosquitoes.
SÉNÉGAL — Dakar, Sine Saloum, Saint-Louis
→ Last fully pleasant month before heat increases. The Sine Saloum is stunning under soft May light, and Saint-Louis remains beautiful for walking and photography.
→ Data: 21–31°C; 0 rainfall; low mosquitoes.
SAO TOMÉ-ET-PRÍNCIPE
→ Bright, intense colours, peaceful beaches, waterfalls and cacao plantations in excellent condition. A great tropical month.
→ Data: 25–30°C; light showers; calm sea; moderate mosquitoes.
MAURITIUS
→ Beginning of the austral winter: mild climate, ideal for beach stays, wellness, golf, hiking. Less heat and humidity than in the summer months.
→ Data: 24–29°C; light winds; pleasant sea; low mosquitoes.
SEYCHELLES
→ Gentle transition month: warm sea, good snorkelling, beautiful for island-hopping, hiking and beach time.
→ Data: 24–29°C; short showers; calm sea; moderate mosquitoes.
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