​Best Time To Visit – Madikwe GR

Philip Briggs
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By Philip Briggs

Philip lives in South Africa and has authored many guidebooks to African destinations, including ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

Philip lives in South Africa and has authored many Africa guidebooks, including ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

Philip is the author of many Africa guidebooks, including ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

Philip is author of ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

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The winter months from May to September are the best time for wildlife viewing in Madikwe Game Reserve. During this dry period, the vegetation thins out and animals gather around water sources, making them easier to spot.


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Best Time May to September (Dry season)
High Season October to April (The park is busier, especially during school holidays)
Low Season May to September (This is the best wildlife-viewing time)
Best Weather April to May and September to October (Mild weather and little rain)
Worst Weather May to August (Chilly mornings and nights) and December to February (Hot with afternoon rain)

May to September –Dry Season – Winter

  • The best time for wildlife viewing
  • Rain is scarce and skies are clear
  • It is low season and there are fewer visitors around
  • Warm clothing is essential for early morning and evening activities
  • It can be hazy with a lot of dust in the air

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October to April –Wet Season – Summer

  • Lush landscapes and scenery
  • There is a chance of seeing newborn animals
  • Migrant bird species are present
  • Wildlife viewing is good, but better in the Dry season
  • It is high season and the reserve is busier
  • The heat can become unbearable, especially over December to February

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