Hell’s Gate National Park is not known as a wildlife-watching destination. Aside from there are no dangerous animals, which makes walking and cycling excellent activities. , , and , and are the main grazers. Watch also for and . are all over the cliffs.
Wildlife Highlights
The plain-looking is one of the more unusual antelope species that can be seen in Hell’s Gate. The park is also good for some of the small antelope, such as and . Predators aren’t easy to find, but and can occasionally be seen at dusk. Lucky visitors might also come across the elegant in the tall grasses.
Best Time for Wildlife Viewing
Hell’s Gate can be visited for hiking, climbing and cycling throughout the year. However, wildlife viewing is best in the Dry season (June to October) when the grass is short. The scenery is at its most spectacular during the Wet season (November to May), when the entire landscape turns lovely and green.
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