When is the best time to travel
We have made a list to show you where the majority of people are travelling at certain times of the year based on the weather and climate. You could either follow the crowds or take our insider advice and travel the opposite way and get more from your trip.
Australia |
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| Summer | Nov-Mar |
| Rainy season | Dec-Feb |
| Tips | Australia's climate will differ depending on where you are. The south will have more of a temperate climate whereas the north around Darwin/Cairns can be very hot and humid with flooding in the Rainy season. Some towns may be unaccessable. |
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Middle East |
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| Summer | May-Sep |
| Rainy season | none (Dec-Feb some rain) |
| Tips | During the Summer months the heat and humidity can be so extreme you will be restricted to indoors. |
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Nepal |
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| Summer | May-Sep |
| Rainy season | Jun-Sep |
| Tips | The peak trekking season is between Sep-Nov. The monsoons have just finished and the areas are green and lush. Also consider going in April time. |
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New Zealand |
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| Summer | Nov-Apr |
| Rainy season | Nov-Feb |
| Tips | The mountainous South Island will experience the colder wetter weather. If it all becomes too much head straight for the beaches at the top of the north island to enjoy the sunshine. NZ climate is extremely variable and you have no doubt heard their expression 'four seasons in one day...'! |
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Southern Africa |
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| Summer | Oct-Apr |
| Rainy season | Dec-Mar |
| Tips | The best time for game viewing is in the dry season when the grass is low and vegetation is less dense. Animals also gather around watering holes. |
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South America |
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| Summer | Dec-Mar |
| Rainy season | May-Oct |
| Tips | Summer and late Spring are good times to travel as days are clear and sunny with only the occasional rainy day. Some of the best travelling can be done in Autumn when it is crisp and cool while winter is cold and damp. |
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South East Asia |
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| Summer | Nov-Apr |
| Rainy season | May-Oct |
| Tips | It can get very busy in the Summer months. If you want to get away from the crowds travel in the Rainy season. Temps rarely drop below 30C and rain is limited, but intense! |
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