​Best Time To Visit – Shamwari GR

Philip Briggs
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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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Wildlife viewing in Shamwari is good throughout the year, as its arid to semi-arid climate draws animals to water sources at any time. The best wildlife viewing is during the driest winter months of June to September. However, it can be very cold during this time of the year, and warm winter clothing is essential, particularly for taking part in nighttime and early morning game drives in open vehicles.

Best Time January to December (All year)
High Season October to April (High season rates)
Low Season May to September (Low season rates)
Best Weather September to April (Warmer nights and mornings)
Worst Weather June to August (Very cold nights and mornings)

May to September –Winter

  • Lack of water in the bush drives animals to water sources, making them slightly easier to spot
  • Discounted low season rates
  • Blue, cloudless skies
  • Warm clothes are necessary for chilly game drives in open vehicles

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October to April –Summer

  • Lots of newborn animals
  • The park's landscape is transformed by abundant greenery and flowers
  • Migratory birds have arrived, and birding is excellent
  • It is more expensive during the high season

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