Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park is very scenic and offers good wildlife viewing. Common species include , , and a wide variety of antelope including , and . All of the are present. , and are regularly encountered, but sightings of , and the are more hit-and-miss.
Wildlife Highlights
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi boasts one of the world’s largest populations. Although also present in significant numbers, the is seldom seen. The , arguably the most beautiful of all Africa’s antelopes, is very common, especially in dense riverside vegetation. Lucky visitors might stumble on a pack of , a pride of or a solitary . The elusive is sometimes seen at dawn or dusk.
Best Time for Wildlife Viewing
The best time for wildlife viewing in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi is during the dry winter months of May to September. August and September are particularly rewarding, since temperatures are higher than in midwinter and animals tend to be concentrated around predictable water sources at the end of a long dry period.
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