What is your safari style? Discover the best time to visit the Lower Zambezi!
Whether you seek lush landscapes or thrilling wildlife, Anabezi Camp has the perfect safari style for you.
At Anabezi Camp, each season brings its own unique charm and rhythm to the Lower Zambezi. Whether you crave vibrant landscapes teeming with life or prefer the intensity of wildlife at its most active, there’s a safari style suited to every traveler. Let’s explore what each time of year has to offer, so you can decide when your perfect safari adventure awaits.
April & May: Lush & Calm
As the green season comes to an end, April and May offer a tranquil experience. The rains have recently subsided, leaving the Lower Zambezi National Park bathed in vibrant greens. River levels are still high, making this the perfect time for boat safaris, where you can quietly glide past hippos, crocodiles, and the birdlife that flourishes in these lush conditions.
Safari Style: If you love peaceful, scenic landscapes and prefer a quieter experience, this is the time for you. The park is calm, and the fresh post-rain air makes it ideal for photography and birdwatching.
Key Highlights:
Lush, green landscapes
Ideal for boat safaris and birdwatching
Fewer visitors, offering a more intimate experience
June to Mid-August: Cool & Comfortable
By June, the dry season has begun, and the park is starting to show signs of transformation. The temperatures are cool, especially in the mornings and evenings, making this the perfect time for walking safaris. Wildlife is becoming more concentrated near permanent water sources like the Zambezi River. As the vegetation begins to thin, it becomes easier to spot animals.
Safari Style: Ideal for those seeking moderate weather, excellent walking safaris, and balanced wildlife sightings. June through August is perfect for a classic, comfortable safari experience.
Key Highlights:
Pleasant, cool weather
Walking safaris to explore the bush on foot
Wildlife gathering near water sources
Mid-August to September: The Golden Hour
As the dry season deepens, the landscape takes on golden hues, and wildlife sightings become spectacular. Mid-August to September is prime safari time at Anabezi. With minimal vegetation, you’ll have clearer views of large game such as elephants, lions, and leopards. Game drives are thrilling as animals gather in large numbers near the riverbanks and waterholes.
Safari Style: Perfect for travelers who want the classic African safari with abundant wildlife, cooler mornings, and picture-perfect sunsets.
Key Highlights:
Phenomenal wildlife sightings
Best time for game drives and large animal encounters
Golden, dry landscapes that are stunning for photography
October & Early November: Intense & Wild
October is known as the "secret season" at Anabezi. The heat rises, but so does the intensity of wildlife sightings. With the river at its lowest, animals flock to the remaining water sources, providing some of the best game viewing of the year. Elephants dominate the riverbanks, and predator activity spikes, making this an exhilarating time to visit for seasoned safari-goers.
Safari Style: If you're after dramatic wildlife action and can handle the heat, October is your time to shine. This is safari at its most raw and thrilling.
Key Highlights:
Unrivaled wildlife concentrations, particularly elephants and predators
Intense, dry landscapes
Incredible game drive experiences
For the thrill-seeker who craves action-packed safaris, October is calling. Secure your spot for the most intense wildlife show of the year!
Whether you're drawn to the calm beauty of the green season or the dramatic wildlife spectacles of the dry months, Anabezi Camp offers something special no matter when you visit.
So, what's your safari style?
Discover your perfect safari adventure at Anabezi Camp.