Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
When to Go
Getting around is easier in the dry season (May to October), and in many parks this is
when animals are easier to find around waterholes and rivers. Foliage is also less dense,
making wildlife spotting simpler. However, as the dry season corresponds in part with the
high-travel season, lodges and camps in some areas get crowded and accommodation
prices are at a premium.
Apart from these general considerations, the ideal time to make a safari very much de-
pends on which parks and reserves you want to visit and your particular interests. For ex-
ample, the wet season is the best time for birdwatching in many areas, although some
places may be inaccessible during the rains. Wildlife concentrations also vary markedly,
depending on the season. See the country chapters for more information.
