Thornybush Game Reserve Best Time To Visit
Philip is author of the Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa.
May to September is the best time for wildlife viewing at Thornybush. These are the winter months, and they coincide with the Dry season. At this time wildlife gathers around permanent water sources and foliage recedes, making animals easier to spot. September is a particularly good time.
May to September Dry Season – Winter
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Wildlife is easier to spot as foliage thins, and animals congregate around water
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Clear skies, plenty of sun
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Comfortable temperatures and low humidity
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Very low chance of malaria
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The landscape is dry
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Packing warm clothes is essential since morning and evening games drives will be cold
October to April Wet Season – Summer
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Lovely green landscape
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Animals are in good shape and newborns can be seen
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Migratory birds are present, and birding is very good
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Wildlife viewing isn't as good as during the Dry season
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It is high season, and the camps might be a bit busier
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Days are hot and humid
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Antimalarial medication is recommended
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