Hlane Royal National Park’s flagship species include , , , and , with good populations of , and . The most common antelope is , which roams around in large herds. Other antelope often seen include , , , and . are often heard at night, but rarely seen.
Wildlife Highlights
are kept in a separate fenced sector that is closed to but routinely visited on guided . This enclosure is very large, so sightings are far from guaranteed (and generally most likely on sunrise drives). often visit the in front of Ndlovu Rest Camp but can also be tracked on excursions that provide an opportunity to disembark from the vehicle and approach on foot.
Best Time for Wildlife Viewing
Hlane offers good wildlife viewing throughout the year. The dry months of May to September, when vegetation is thin, is generally better than the wet summer months of October to April. August to September is a recommended time as temperatures are higher than in mid-winter and the animals are concentrated around water sources, making for excellent wildlife viewing.
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