​Best Time To Visit – Manyeleti 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 winter months of May to September are the best time to visit Manyeleti. This coincides with the Dry season, and wildlife viewing is at its peak. Vegetation thins and animals seek waterholes and other sources for water making them easier to spot. September is probably the best month of all since it tends to be warmer than the other months.


10 Manyeleti Safaris
Best Time May to September (Dry season)
High Season October to March (It never gets very crowded)
Low Season April to September (Premium wildlife viewing)
Best Weather April-May and September-October (Fair weather and little rain)
Worst Weather June to August (It gets cold at night) and December to February (Hot and humid)

May to September Dry Season – Winter

  • Spotting wildlife is easier as animals seek water and the vegetation thins
  • It is low season
  • Bright, clear days
  • Less humidity and pleasant daytime temperatures
  • There is virtually no risk of malaria
  • Dry weather and lots of dust
  • Game drives in the early morning are cold – bring warm clothes

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October to April Wet Season – Summer

  • Green, fresh scenery
  • Animals are in good condition, and there are many newborns
  • A wonderful time for birding with the migratory birds present
  • Wildlife viewing is not as good as during the Dry season
  • Camps and roads could get busy, especially during school holidays
  • It is hot and humid
  • Antimalarial medication should be taken

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