Limpopo National Park Best Time To Visit

By Philip Briggs
Philip is the author of the Bradt guidebook to Mozambique.

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Wildlife viewing in Limpopo National Park is difficult due to the low densities of animals, but sightings tend to be better from July to October (the middle to the end of the Dry season). At this time, animals are forced to drink at the park’s few permanent water sources as there is no other water left in the bush. The dry weather also causes vegetation to thin out, which makes spotting animals easier.

Best Time July to October (Animals are easier to find)

High Season Never (The park never gets busy)

Low Season Never (The park never gets busy)

Best Weather April to August (It is cooler and it hardly ever rains)

Worst Weather November to March (Hot and wet)

May to October Dry Season – Winter

Wildlife viewing is at its best
Lots of sunshine and not much rain
Risk of malaria is minimal
Skies are hazy and vegetation looks parched
From May to August warm clothing is needed for early morning activities

November to April Wet Season – Summer

Scenery is green and fresh
A favorite time for birders, with migratory birds in the park
Newborn animals are common
Wildlife watching is less rewarding
Hot and humid conditions
Malaria is more of a concern
Roads deteriorate after heavy rain

Best Time To Go by Major Park