Khaudum National Park Best Time To Visit

By Anthony Ham
Anthony is the author of the ‘Botswana & Namibia’ Lonely Planet guide.

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The best time for wildlife viewing in Khaudum National Park is during the Dry season (May to October). Sightings become easier as animals gather around the receding water sources and foliage thins out in the dry conditions. Big herds of elephant also migrate into the park from neighboring Botswana. During the Wet season (November to April), animals scatter and roads can become impassable.

Best Time May to October (Dry conditions and little rain)

High Season July to October (The park never gets crowded)

Low Season November to June (Low-season rates may apply in some lodges)

Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Worst Weather October to March (It gets hot; rains possible)

May to October Dry Season – Winter

Foliage thins out, making sightings easier as animals gather at water sources
Herds of elephant migrate into the park from Botswana
The warm weather isn’t overly oppressive (except during October)
The park never gets busy, not even during high season
Dust fills the air and conditions are very dry

November to April Wet Season – Summer

Rainfall provides relief when it occurs, but it never lasts long
The scenery is more attractive, there are many flowers and the sky is clear of dust
Baby animals are abundant
It’s the best time for birding due to the arrival of migrant species
Animals are dispersed and wildlife viewing is challenging
Roads can become impassable after heavy rains
Heat can be unbearable

Best Time To Go by Major Park