Hlane Royal National Park Best Time To Visit
Alan researched and wrote about Swaziland for Lonely Planet.
Hlane Royal National Park offers good wildlife viewing throughout the year. Many of the flagship species are kept in large drive-through enclosures, making them easy to find. However, the best wildlife viewing is during the dry winter months, from May to September. The bush thins out and animals gather around waterholes and rivers. Conditions tend to improve as winter progresses, and September is particularly lovely.
May to September Dry Season – Winter
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Wildlife viewing is at its best
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Sunny skies and no rain
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Mild daytime temperatures and low humidity
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It is very dry and dusty
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Early morning game drives in open vehicles are cold
October to April Wet Season – Summer
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The scenery is green and fresh
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There are many baby animals, and the wildlife is in good condition
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Birding is excellent, and migratory birds are present
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Wildlife viewing is not as good as during the Dry season
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It is hot and humid in the middle of the day
Best Time To Go by Major Park
- Hlane Royal National Park
- Mkhaya Game Reserve