Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
During Katavi’s dry season, the wildlife spectacle is truly captivating. The Katuma River teems with hippos, while crocodiles bask on its banks. At Lake Katavi and Lake Chada, large herds of buffalo, topi, impala, elephants, and waterbucks congregate as water levels dwindle. Lions, the apex predators, prowl the water’s edge, ready to ambush unsuspecting prey.
Katavi’s appeal lies in the sheer abundance of wildlife, not in the rarity of species. Witness massive buffalo herds, numbering in the thousands. As the dry season progresses, hippos crowd together in the shrinking water bodies, creating a breathtaking spectacle. And amidst the trees, you might encounter the elegant sable antelope.
The ideal time to visit Katavi National Park is during the dry season, particularly from July to October. During these months, the landscape is less dense, making it easier to spot wildlife. As water sources dwindle, animals congregate in predictable areas, offering prime viewing opportunities.
While you can visit Katavi year-round, the wet season (November to April) presents challenges. Muddy tracks can make game drives difficult, and many accommodations close temporarily.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Birdwatching in Katavi is a year-round pleasure, but it truly peaks from November to April. During this wet season, migratory birds from Europe and Africa enrich the park’s avian diversity. Many resident bird species are also nesting and displaying their vibrant breeding plumage. However, heavy rains can make travel difficult, and some camps may be closed.
For those primarily interested in wildlife viewing, the late dry season (July to October) is the optimal time to visit. The drier conditions and concentrated wildlife make for unforgettable safari experiences.
450+
Nov to Apr
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
May: The dry season begins, with occasional showers, especially early in the month. June to September: This is the peak dry season, offering the coolest evenings (around 15°C or 59°F) and sunny days (around 30°C or 86°F). October: The dry season ends, with temperatures rising and an increase in rainfall. Humidity levels start to climb.
The weather during this time is hot and humid. Daytime temperatures reach around 32°C (90°F) and cool down to about 19°C (66°F) at night.
Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent, underscoring the season’s characteristic weather. While rain is expected nearly every day, it typically does not persist all day long, offering intervals of clearer weather.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Most visitors to Katavi arrive through Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR). Bush 2 City Adventure offers airport transfers and assistance with booking charter flights to Katavi.
Popular Flight Options: From Northern Tanzania (Arusha): 3- or 4-night fly-in packages are common, with departures on Mondays or Thursdays.
From Southern Tanzania (Ruaha): Safari Air Link offers scheduled flights on Mondays and Thursdays.
Combining Your Trip: Many visitors combine a trip to Katavi with a visit to Mahale Mountains National Park.
Alternative Option: Air Tanzania offers scheduled flights to Mpanda, a town near the park’s northern boundary.
We offer convenient flight booking services to Tanzania at great rates. Alternatively, you can arrange your flights. Either way, we’ll take care of your accommodations and itinerary.
There are two direct flight options from Europe to Tanzania. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines operates daily flights from Amsterdam to Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro, while Turkish Airlines offers daily flights from Istanbul to the same destinations. These are convenient choices for travelers seeking direct routes.
Alternatively, you can fly to Nairobi, the key air travel hub in East Africa, and connect to Tanzania with Kenya Airways, which provides daily flights to Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar. European airlines offering flights to Nairobi include British Airways from London Heathrow, Air France from Paris, Swiss Air from Zurich, Brussels Airlines from Brussels, Lufthansa from Frankfurt, and Kenya Airways from London Heathrow or Amsterdam. Many travelers favor Kenya Airways for its efficient overnight service from London to Nairobi, with a convenient connection to Dar es Salaam arriving around 9:00 AM.
Additional connection options for those flying directly into Dar es Salaam include Egypt Air via Cairo, Emirates via Dubai, Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi, Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa, Oman Air via Muscat, and Qatar Airways via Doha. Several airlines also operate flights to Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar, providing flexibility for your Tanzanian safari adventure.
Getting to Tanzania: Simplified GuideÂ
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From North America:
There are no direct flights to Tanzania from North America. Travelers typically make one stop in Istanbul (via Turkish Airlines) or Amsterdam (via KLM). Turkish Airlines connects 13 North American cities to Tanzania through Istanbul, while KLM offers connections from many U.S. and Canadian cities via Amsterdam. For example, the journey from New York to Dar es Salaam with KLM takes about 21 hours, while flights from Los Angeles take only slightly longer.
Another option is flying directly to Johannesburg with Delta Air Lines (from Atlanta) or South African Airways (from New York or Washington). After an overnight stay, you can take a short 3.5-hour flight to Dar es Salaam.
From South America:
The quickest route from South America is with South African Airways, flying directly from SĂ£o Paulo to Johannesburg and then connecting to Dar es Salaam. This journey takes about 15 hours. Other options include connections via Europe or the Middle East with airlines like Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, KLM, or Turkish Airlines.
From Asia:
Kenya Airways connects directly to Tanzania from Bangkok, Hanoi, and Mumbai, with onward flights to Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, or Zanzibar. Alternatively, most travelers fly through Middle Eastern hubs with airlines such as Emirates, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, or Qatar Airways.
From Australasia:
There are no direct flights to Tanzania from Australasia. The best option is with South African Airways, flying from Perth to Dar es Salaam via Johannesburg in about 20 hours. Alternatively, you can connect through the Middle East with Emirates, Etihad Airways, or Qatar Airways.
While our standard packages include charter flights to Katavi, we also offer the flexibility to book scheduled flights directly with Safari Air Link.
Please refer to our detailed “Tanzania page” for comprehensive information regarding passport, visa, vaccinations, and other entry requirements.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Katavi National Park is generally considered very safe. Crime is rare within Tanzania’s national parks. While it’s always wise to take standard precautions in urban areas, most travelers enjoy safe and incident-free safaris.
efore your trip, consult your doctor to discuss recommended vaccinations. To protect yourself from malaria in Katavi, it’s essential to take antimalarial medication, use DEET-based insect repellent, and cover exposed skin, especially in the evenings.
Wildlife viewing in Katavi is safe when you follow your guide’s instructions. For additional safety tips, please refer to our ‘Wildlife Viewing Safety Precautions’.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
During Katavi’s dry season, the wildlife spectacle is truly captivating. The Katuma River teems with hippos, while crocodiles bask on its banks. At Lake Katavi and Lake Chada, large herds of buffalo, topi, impala, elephants, and waterbucks congregate as water levels dwindle. Lions, the apex predators, prowl the water’s edge, ready to ambush unsuspecting prey.
Katavi’s appeal lies in the sheer abundance of wildlife, not in the rarity of species. Witness massive buffalo herds, numbering in the thousands. As the dry season progresses, hippos crowd together in the shrinking water bodies, creating a breathtaking spectacle. And amidst the trees, you might encounter the elegant sable antelope.
The ideal time to visit Katavi National Park is during the dry season, particularly from July to October. During these months, the landscape is less dense, making it easier to spot wildlife. As water sources dwindle, animals congregate in predictable areas, offering prime viewing opportunities.
While you can visit Katavi year-round, the wet season (November to April) presents challenges. Muddy tracks can make game drives difficult, and many accommodations close temporarily.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Birdwatching in Katavi is a year-round pleasure, but it truly peaks from November to April. During this wet season, migratory birds from Europe and Africa enrich the park’s avian diversity. Many resident bird species are also nesting and displaying their vibrant breeding plumage. However, heavy rains can make travel difficult, and some camps may be closed.
For those primarily interested in wildlife viewing, the late dry season (July to October) is the optimal time to visit. The drier conditions and concentrated wildlife make for unforgettable safari experiences.
450+
Nov to Apr
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
May: The dry season begins, with occasional showers, especially early in the month. June to September: This is the peak dry season, offering the coolest evenings (around 15°C or 59°F) and sunny days (around 30°C or 86°F). October: The dry season ends, with temperatures rising and an increase in rainfall. Humidity levels start to climb.
The weather during this time is hot and humid. Daytime temperatures reach around 32°C (90°F) and cool down to about 19°C (66°F) at night.
Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent, underscoring the season’s characteristic weather. While rain is expected nearly every day, it typically does not persist all day long, offering intervals of clearer weather.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Most visitors to Katavi arrive through Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR). Bush 2 City Adventure offers airport transfers and assistance with booking charter flights to Katavi.
Popular Flight Options: From Northern Tanzania (Arusha): 3- or 4-night fly-in packages are common, with departures on Mondays or Thursdays.
From Southern Tanzania (Ruaha): Safari Air Link offers scheduled flights on Mondays and Thursdays.
Combining Your Trip: Many visitors combine a trip to Katavi with a visit to Mahale Mountains National Park.
Alternative Option: Air Tanzania offers scheduled flights to Mpanda, a town near the park’s northern boundary.
We offer convenient flight booking services to Tanzania at great rates. Alternatively, you can arrange your flights. Either way, we’ll take care of your accommodations and itinerary.
There are two direct flight options from Europe to Tanzania. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines operates daily flights from Amsterdam to Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro, while Turkish Airlines offers daily flights from Istanbul to the same destinations. These are convenient choices for travelers seeking direct routes.
Alternatively, you can fly to Nairobi, the key air travel hub in East Africa, and connect to Tanzania with Kenya Airways, which provides daily flights to Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar. European airlines offering flights to Nairobi include British Airways from London Heathrow, Air France from Paris, Swiss Air from Zurich, Brussels Airlines from Brussels, Lufthansa from Frankfurt, and Kenya Airways from London Heathrow or Amsterdam. Many travelers favor Kenya Airways for its efficient overnight service from London to Nairobi, with a convenient connection to Dar es Salaam arriving around 9:00 AM.
Additional connection options for those flying directly into Dar es Salaam include Egypt Air via Cairo, Emirates via Dubai, Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi, Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa, Oman Air via Muscat, and Qatar Airways via Doha. Several airlines also operate flights to Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar, providing flexibility for your Tanzanian safari adventure.
Getting to Tanzania: Simplified GuideÂ
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From North America:
There are no direct flights to Tanzania from North America. Travelers typically make one stop in Istanbul (via Turkish Airlines) or Amsterdam (via KLM). Turkish Airlines connects 13 North American cities to Tanzania through Istanbul, while KLM offers connections from many U.S. and Canadian cities via Amsterdam. For example, the journey from New York to Dar es Salaam with KLM takes about 21 hours, while flights from Los Angeles take only slightly longer.
Another option is flying directly to Johannesburg with Delta Air Lines (from Atlanta) or South African Airways (from New York or Washington). After an overnight stay, you can take a short 3.5-hour flight to Dar es Salaam.
From South America:
The quickest route from South America is with South African Airways, flying directly from SĂ£o Paulo to Johannesburg and then connecting to Dar es Salaam. This journey takes about 15 hours. Other options include connections via Europe or the Middle East with airlines like Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, KLM, or Turkish Airlines.
From Asia:
Kenya Airways connects directly to Tanzania from Bangkok, Hanoi, and Mumbai, with onward flights to Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, or Zanzibar. Alternatively, most travelers fly through Middle Eastern hubs with airlines such as Emirates, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, or Qatar Airways.
From Australasia:
There are no direct flights to Tanzania from Australasia. The best option is with South African Airways, flying from Perth to Dar es Salaam via Johannesburg in about 20 hours. Alternatively, you can connect through the Middle East with Emirates, Etihad Airways, or Qatar Airways.
While our standard packages include charter flights to Katavi, we also offer the flexibility to book scheduled flights directly with Safari Air Link.
Please refer to our detailed “Tanzania page” for comprehensive information regarding passport, visa, vaccinations, and other entry requirements.
Maliwaza a renowned Safari Expert, has helped thousands of travelers experience the magic of Tanzania, including the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Katavi National Park is generally considered very safe. Crime is rare within Tanzania’s national parks. While it’s always wise to take standard precautions in urban areas, most travelers enjoy safe and incident-free safaris.
efore your trip, consult your doctor to discuss recommended vaccinations. To protect yourself from malaria in Katavi, it’s essential to take antimalarial medication, use DEET-based insect repellent, and cover exposed skin, especially in the evenings.
Wildlife viewing in Katavi is safe when you follow your guide’s instructions. For additional safety tips, please refer to our ‘Wildlife Viewing Safety Precautions’.
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