Balule Private Nature Reserve

Best Time To Visit

85 Balule Safaris

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By Philip Briggs

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

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The dry months during winter (May through September) is the best time for wildlife viewing in Balule. The vegetation is thinner, and animals gather around water sources. As winter progresses, animal spotting tends to improve. September is a great month, in particular, as it is warmer than the rest of winter. Prime wildlife viewing time happens to be in the ‘off-season’ for tourism, which makes it all the more attractive.

Best Time May to September (Dry season)

High Season October to March (Not overly crowded)

Low Season April to September (Wildlife viewing is excellent)

Best Weather April to May and September to October (Very little rain and mild weather)

Worst Weather June to August (Cool mornings and nights) and December to February (Hot and steamy)

May to September –Dry Season – Winter

Wildlife is easier to spot as vegetation is thinner and animals gather at water sources
Fewer tourists in camps and on roads
Sunshine and virtually no rain
Low humidity and mild weather
Malaria isn't a high risk
Dusty and dry
Warm clothing is essential for early morning game-drives

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October to April –Wet Season – Summer

The landscape is green and fresh
There are plenty of baby animals
Migratory birds arrive making birding excellent
Wildlife viewing is better in the Dry season
More tourists are around at this time, especially during school holidays
Middle of the day is humid and hot
Taking antimalarial medication is necessary