In July, East Africa offers exceptional safari opportunities as itโs the heart of the dry season and Great Migration season in some regions. Here are the top safari destinations in East Africa during July:
Tanzania
Serengeti National Park
๐ฆ Highlight: The Great Wildebeest Migration reaches northern Serengeti as herds cross into Kenya.
๐ Excellent predator sightings due to concentration of wildlife around rivers.
Ngorongoro Crater
๐ Lush grass is drying, wildlife is easier to spot.
Tarangire National Park
๐ The dry season brings elephants in large herds to the Tarangire River.
Masai Mara National Reserve
๐ฆ Highlight: Migration herds start entering Masai Mara from the Serengeti.
๐ฆ Big cats are very active and easy to spot in open plains.
Laikipia Plateau
๐ฟ Great alternative to crowded Mara, offering rhino sightings and luxury camps.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
๐ Good for big game and birdwatching in the dry season.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
๐ฆ Gorilla trekking season is in full swingโdry paths and active gorillas.
Country | Top Destinations | Why July is Great |
---|---|---|
Tanzania | Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire | Migration crossings, dry season game view |
Kenya | Masai Mara, Laikipia | Peak migration, predator activity |
Uganda | Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth | Gorilla trekking, drier and clearer views |