​Best Time To Visit – Ithala GR

Philip Briggs
Expert
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 dry winter months, from May to September, are the best time for viewing wildlife. The grass is short in winter and the foliage thins, making it easier to see the animals. The period between June and August, however, can experience strong winds, causing animals to take cover.

Best Time May to September (Dry season)
High Season December (The park never gets busy, but school holidays might bring a few more visitors)
Low Season Any time aside from school holidays (The park is little visited)
Best Weather April-May and September-October (Mild weather and little rain)
Worst Weather June to August (Chilly mornings and nights and heavy winds)

May to September –Dry Season – Winter

  • Best time for wildlife viewing since the foliage thins and the grass is shorter
  • Clear skies with little chance of rain
  • Warm clothing is required for game drives at night and in the early morning
  • Landscape is dry

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October to April –Wet Season – Summer

  • Lovely landscapes with lush scenery
  • Newborn animals can be spotted
  • The best time for birding with migratory birds present
  • Wildlife viewing is better during the Dry season
  • It gets hot and humid

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