Africa in February

Where to go in February.

10 destinations are at their best in February, 11 are good, and 3 are better left for another month.

What happens in February

  • SerengetiPeak calving: around half a million wildebeest calves are born in a few weeks.
  • Cairo, Luxor and the NilePeak season with cool evenings.

Best in February

Also good

Better another month

  • South LuangwaMany camps close in the rainy season.
  • MauritiusCyclone season brings storms and humidity.
  • MadagascarCyclone season washes out roads.

Frequently asked questions

Where is best to go in Africa in February?

Serengeti, Masai Mara, Mount Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar, Gorilla trekking in Rwanda, Gorilla trekking in Uganda, Cape Town and the Winelands, Cairo, Luxor and the Nile, Northern Ethiopia, Cabo Verde.

Where should I avoid in February?

South Luangwa (many camps close in the rainy season); Mauritius (cyclone season brings storms and humidity); Madagascar (cyclone season washes out roads).

Based on long-term climate patterns and wildlife cycles. Weather varies year to year.