Tembe Elephant Park’s main claim to fame is its superb viewing. Not only are elephants very common in the park, but the local population is also known for the bulls’ hereditary tendency to develop enormous tusks. The rest of the is present as well, with and to a lesser extent being seen quite regularly on .
Wildlife Highlights
In addition to the , Tembe is home to , and . and have been reintroduced, but their current status is unclear. Antelope include , , , , and , the latter a shy special. The park supports South Africa’s largest population of the tiny antelope. The pretty is regularly seen.
Best Time for Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife viewing in Tembe is best during the driest part of the year, from May to September. Conditions are particularly good in August and September, when temperatures are slightly higher and animals gather around remaining water sources because the has dried out.
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