Thornybush Game Reserve

Best Time To Visit

Thornybush Safaris

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By Philip Briggs

Philip is author of ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

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May to September is the best time for wildlife viewing at Thornybush. These are the winter months, and they coincide with the Dry season. At this time wildlife gathers around permanent water sources and foliage recedes, making animals easier to spot. September is a particularly good time.

Best Time May to September (Dry season)

High Season October to March (It is rarely busy)

Low Season April to September (Excellent time for wildlife viewing)

Best Weather April to May and September to October (Mild weather and little rain)

Worst Weather June to August (Chilly mornings and nights) and December to February (Hot and humid)

May to September –Dry Season – Winter

Wildlife is easier to spot as foliage thins, and animals congregate around water
Clear skies, plenty of sun
Comfortable temperatures and low humidity
Very low chance of malaria
The landscape is dry
Packing warm clothes is essential since morning and evening games drives will be cold

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October to April –Wet Season – Summer

Lovely green landscape
Animals are in good shape and newborns can be seen
Migratory birds are present, and birding is very good
Wildlife viewing isn't as good as during the Dry season
It is high season, and the camps might be a bit busier
Days are hot and humid
Antimalarial medication is recommended