March is what experienced safari-goers call 'the sweet spot.' Vegetation has thinned significantly, improving visibility. The villus still hold enough water to concentrate wildlife, but not so much that animals are scattered. Leopard territories begin to shrink around receding water. Crowds are still moderate. Many naturalists consider March the best month for a balanced safari.
Weather
Temperatures 25-33°C. Hot but not extreme. Rain is uncommon. The vegetation is drying noticeably. Mornings are bright and warm. Dust begins to kick up on park roads later in the month.
Wildlife Highlights
Leopard sightings improve significantly as vegetation thins and prey concentrates around shrinking water. Sloth bear activity increases as Palu trees begin early fruiting. Resident birds are in full breeding activity. Junglefowl and peafowl displays are at their peak. Migratory birds are mostly gone by late March. Elephant herds become more predictable around permanent villus.
Photography
The sweet spot for photography — thinning vegetation means better visibility, but the landscape still has green tones. Golden hour light is warm and clear. Dust in the air can create atmospheric light beams in late afternoon.