Every season gives a trip here a different face. When the rains arrive, the grasslands turn green and the wetlands spread wide. When they ease, the air clears and herds of antelope follow the water across open savanna. Daily life follows those cycles, from fishing and herding to farming.

The climate is tropical, with a humid rainy season followed by a drier one, and warmth all year. The drier months are easier for moving around and watching wildlife. Travel with respect, and let a Local Friend tell you when to set out early and when to linger.