Quick facts

Best time to go: October to March (Rajasthan, South India and east India) Nov to June (for Game viewing in National parks)
High Season: October to Mid April. April to June (good month for Wildlife)
Low Season: July to September (All lodges and camps close down due to Monsoon)
Best Weather: October to November (Moderate temperatures) December to February (Cold Weather)
Worst Weather: May and June (Very hot but good for wildlife) July and August (Peak of wet season)

December to February – Cold Season – Winter

• It gets very busy and crowded in the most popular parks.
• The skies are clear, rain is rare.
• It gets cold at night and in the mornings. Packing warm winter clothing during December and January for the cold morning game drives is advisable.

March to June – Dry Season – Summer

• Less vegetation and animals concentrate around waterholes and rivers, making wildlife easier to spot.
• Although wildlife is easier to spot in the dry season, you will still see plenty, including newborn animals and migratory birds.
• It gets very hot in May and June.