10 places to go in March

Spring comes early to Portugal’s Algarve region, with balmy daytime temperatures and cool nights providing a comfortable night’s sleep. March is warm without being humid, so it’s perfect for walking adventures: choose from either of our eight-day trips or combine both to make a two-week escape. You could find yourself exploring the remote coastal trails from the unspoilt base of Sagres, followed by the orchards, rolling hills and fishing villages close by the Eastern Algarve town of Tavira.

There’s nothing quite like seeing a different side to Mount Kilimanjaro. Follow our Rongai Trek which traverses the north side of the mighty mountain for one of the most epic and rewarding hikes in the world. Led by world-class leaders, you'll spend nine days ascending to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, while by night you'll sleep on the slopes with magnificent views of the surrounding plains. All of our 2025 and most of our 2026 departures coincide with the full moon, too, ensuring a bright final ascent towards Kibo and the crater rim glacier.

Head for South East Asia in March and you’ll catch the tail end of the dry season – it’s starting to heat up but you won't get the steamy temperatures of peak summer, so it's ideal for biking trips in Vietnam and Cambodia. Our best-selling trip takes in paddy fields, jungles, the Angkor temples and the Mekong River in 13 days; exploring by bike on quiet backroads gives you the chance to fully immerse yourself and get closer to the local people.

Japan’s spring cherry blossom season is a huge draw for the spring months, which is best seen from late March until mid-April. This short window is a busy time to travel, but you may also catch it slightly earlier. Our Japan in Depth - Footsteps of the Shogun tour takes in Tokyo, Kyoto and Fukuoka. Traveling mid-March means you can participate in White Day: on 14^th March men give gifts to their partners, as opposed to Valentine’s Day the previous month, when women give gifts to the men.

To see Mexico at its most lush and green, visit in March. Spring heralds the start of noticeably warmer temperatures as it comes to the end of the dry season – you can expect pleasant temperatures and an abundance of plant life. Indulge in the tastes of Mexico on our dedicated food tour, where you'll join local cooking classes, sample street food and see how ceviche is prepared in Campeche, with visits to Mayan sites peppered in between.

Wildlife lovers seeking a safari should head to the great game reserves of South Africa and Swaziland in March – it’s a great time for migratory birds and signals the start of Fall, when there’s around 12 hours of daylight and fewer crowds. Choose our South Africa and Swaziland trip and not only will you get a chance to learn about the Big Five in the Kruger National Park, you’ll also get to discover Africa’s last monarchy in the kingdom of Swaziland, where the Swazi tribe take great pride in keeping their culture and traditions.