Destinations 

Dry Season (Winter) – May to October

Weather

• Clear skies, no rain, low humidity

• Cooler mornings/evenings, warm days

Temperatures

• Morning: 7°C–15°C (45°F–59°F)

• Daytime: 22°C–30°C (72°F–86°F)

Safari Notes

• Excellent wildlife visibility near waterholes

• Fewer mosquitoes (low malaria risk)

• Ideal for Hwange, Matobo Hills, and Lake Kariba

• Victoria Falls is lower in volume 

Wet Season (Summer) – November to April

Weather:

• Hot and humid with afternoon thunderstorms

• Lush, green vegetation and dramatic skies

Temperatures:

• Daytime: 28°C–35°C (82°F–95°F)

• Nights: 16°C–22°C (61°F–72°F)

Safari Notes:

• Bush is thick, wildlife harder to spot

• Great for birdwatching and newborn animals

• Some lodges may close or become less accessible 

• Victoria Falls is at full volume in March–May