Where To Go On November Safari In East Africa
where to go on november safari in east africa
where to go on november safari in east africa

In November, East Africa experiences a short rainy season, but this doesnโ€™t mean safaris are off-limits. In fact, November can be a rewarding time for safaris due to lush landscapes, fewer crowds, and excellent birding. Here are the top destinations:

๐ŸŒฟ Top Safari Destinations in East Africa โ€“ November

Kenya

  • Masai Mara
    Migration herds may have moved, but big cats and resident wildlife remain active. The green season brings dramatic skies and low tourist numbers.

  • Samburu National Reserve
    Less rain than the south, and great sightings of Grevyโ€™s zebra, reticulated giraffe, and other dry-region species.

  • Lake Nakuru
    Beautiful flamingos and white rhinos. Lush and scenic in November.

Tanzania

  • Ngorongoro Crater
    Wildlife is plentiful year-round; the crater becomes lush in November with excellent photo ops.

  • Tarangire National Park
    Still good for elephants and baobabs before heavy rains set in.

  • Selous (Nyerere NP) & Ruaha
    Off-season and green, but very wild. Some lodges close depending on rains, so check accessibility.

Uganda

  • Queen Elizabeth National Park
    Dramatic scenery and rich wildlife. Rain is possible but less intense than in the earlier months.

  • Murchison Falls National Park
    November is shoulder season: fewer tourists, but great views of the Nile, giraffes, and lions.

  • Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Gorilla Trekking)
    Still accessibleโ€”rain is possible but doesnโ€™t stop gorilla treks. You get misty magical scenery and fewer crowds.

๐Ÿฆ Bonus: Birdwatching

November marks the arrival of migratory birds, making it one of the best months for birding in:

  • Lake Naivasha & Lake Baringo (Kenya)

  • Mabamba Swamp (Ugandaโ€”shoebill stork!)

  • Serengeti (Tanzania)