{"id":31881,"date":"2021-06-02T19:02:37","date_gmt":"2021-06-02T17:02:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.upplevsydafrika.se\/?page_id=31881"},"modified":"2024-12-27T13:44:59","modified_gmt":"2024-12-27T11:44:59","slug":"safari-in-south-africa-intro","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/en\/safari-in-south-africa-intro\/","title":{"rendered":"Safari in South Africa intro"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Try to imagine the most exciting safari experience, with elephants, rhinos, wild dogs and lions among others, in one of the private nature reserves in the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Madikwe Game Reserve, Eastern Cape or in the world&#8217;s oldest and largest game reserve, Greater Kruger National Park. Where you, if you are lucky, will see the mighty Big 5, i.e. rhino, leopard, lion, elephant, buffalo, but also a lot of other exciting animals such as the agile cheetahs, towering giraffes, lazing hippos, zebras, crocodiles, antelopes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upplev Sydafrika assist with bookings for the most spectacular safari experience in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Madikwe Game Reserve &#8211; all three malaria-free areas, Greater Kruger National Park (South Africa&#8217;s largest national park) and in the pleasant sun basking area near KwaZulu-Natal.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-10ewC0 wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-safari-should-you-choose\"><strong>Which safari should you choose?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Upplev Sydafrika recommend a safari in a private park \/ reserve, with accommodation at a private lodge and where the price is usually all inclusive, which includes all food (3 meals a day) and 2 guided game drives per day. In the private reserves, you are allowed to drive in more inaccessible terrain off road together with skilled guides and trackers, which makes it easier to spot the animals in its natural environment and get very close to the animals.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-2coU6A wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-ZENFkm wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1o35Nz wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading nounderline\" id=\"a-typical-2-nights-3-days-safari-itinerary\">A typical 2 nights \/ 3 days safari itinerary <\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-ZSN63c wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevquote-Z2nfd3n wp-block-lazyblock-upplevquote\"><div class=\"quote-block\">\r\n    <div class=\"quote-title\">SAFARI ITINERARY &#8211; READ MORE<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"quote-popup-wrapper\">\r\n        <div class=\"quote-content\">\r\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"closequote skip-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/wp-content\/themes\/upplevsydafrika3.0\/assets\/images\/closegray.svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" style=\"width: 25px; height: auto;\" data-no-retina \/>\r\n            \n\n<h3 class=\"skip-lazy wp-block-heading\">Day 1 \u2013&nbsp;Arriving the lodge. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Arrive at the lodge in time for check-in, which is usually at 2 pm (if lunch is included, arrive earlier in time for lunch). After check-in, in the afternoon it&#8217;s time for &#8220;high tea&#8221; and some snacks before the afternoon game drive, which last about 3 hours. The game drive takes place in a 4X4 landrover together with a knowledgeable guide (ranger) and usually a tracker. In the private reserves, the guides are allowed to drive off road, which makes it easier to get closer to the animals. Before the sunset, there is usually a stop for sundowner and an opportunity to stretch your legs. Back to the lodge for refreshments followed by dinner before bedtime.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"skip-lazy lazyblock-upplevspacer-1lVHgf wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"skip-lazy upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"skip-lazy wp-block-heading\">Day 2-3 \u2013 Safari.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Early morning wake up call, before the sun rise. Coffee \/ tea etc. before morning game drive, about 3 hours. Breakfast has to wait until after the game drive, but a coffee stop and a leg stretch is included during the game drive. Back to the lodge for breakfast. Then free time and opportunity to rest, visit the spa, relax by the pool etc. After a lunch, own time for eg reading \/ rest etc. unitl it is time for &#8220;high tea&#8221; and the procedure is repeated from the previous day with exciting game drives and dinner. At some lodges they offer bush walks \/ walking safari. Check-out time is usually after breakfast, the last day of your stay.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"skip-lazy lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1cF6s8 wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"skip-lazy upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"skip-lazy wp-block-heading\">Drawing of a typical safari day:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"skip-lazy wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.upplevsydafrika.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2021\/06\/safaridygn_ENG_Artboard-1.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"skip-lazy wp-image-33962\"\/><\/figure>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1czQFB wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-1FGpeY wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z2qe0QN wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-PHsxy wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-1h6zHw wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-best-time-to-visit-overview\"><strong>The Best Time To Visit<\/strong>. <strong>Overview:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z2n9KQC wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevhtml-Z2w5apc wp-block-lazyblock-upplevhtml\"><div class=\"html-block showdesktop\">\r\n   <div id=\"greatereng_hype_container\" class=\"HYPE_document\" style=\"margin:auto;position:relative;width:600px;height:366px;overflow:hidden;\">\n\t\t<script type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/greater_eng.hyperesources\/greatereng_hype_generated_script.js?13672\"><\/script>\n\t<\/div><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"html-block showmobile\">\r\n   <div id=\"greatermobeng_hype_container\" class=\"HYPE_document\" style=\"margin:auto;position:relative;width:100%;height:730px;overflow:hidden;\">\n\t\t<script type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/greater_mob_eng.hyperesources\/greatermobeng_hype_generated_script.js?67125\"><\/script>\n\t<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-2cSIUL wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"this-means\"><strong><span style=\"color:#666666\" class=\"has-inline-color\">This means:<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"may-to-september-dry-season\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><span style=\"color:#bba268\" class=\"has-inline-color\">MAY TO SEPTEMBER<\/span> (Dry Season)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wildlife gathers around waterholes and vegetation thins out making viewing much easier<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is low season, except for the school holidays, and the camps and roads are less busy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunny skies and no rain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mild daytime temperatures and low humidity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very low risk of malaria<br><br><strong>THE DRAWBACKS TO CONSIDER: <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is very dry and dirt roads become dusty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early morning game drives in open vehicles are cold; warm clothing is required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1UnlRD wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z2gWuxb wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"october-to-april-wet-season\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>OCTOBER TO APRIL (Wet Season)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The scenery is green and lush<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are many baby animals, and wildlife is in good condition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Birding is excellent, and the migratory birds are present<br><br><strong>THE DRAWBACKS TO CONSIDER:<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wildlife viewing is not as good as during the dry season<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is high season, and the main camps get busy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hot and humid in the middle of the day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is advisable to consult with a doctor regarding antimalarial medication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-15yYIT wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevlink-ZYvzwo wp-block-lazyblock-upplevlink\"><div class=\"link-block\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/en\/safari-in-greater-kruger\/\"  target=_blank>KEEN ON A GREATER KRUGER SAFARI? &#8211; READ MORE<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z4Blcq wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-2nuXMF wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1wjRRh wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevhtml-2dV4PM wp-block-lazyblock-upplevhtml\"><div class=\"html-block showdesktop\">\r\n   <div id=\"madikweeng_hype_container\" class=\"HYPE_document\" style=\"margin:auto;position:relative;width:600px;height:366px;overflow:hidden;\">\n\t\t<script type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/madikwe_eng.hyperesources\/madikweeng_hype_generated_script.js?98845\"><\/script>\n\t<\/div><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"html-block showmobile\">\r\n   <div id=\"madikwemobeng_hype_container\" class=\"HYPE_document\" style=\"margin:auto;position:relative;width:100%;height:730px;overflow:hidden;\">\n\t\t<script type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/madikwe_mob_eng.hyperesources\/madikwemobeng_hype_generated_script.js?13317\"><\/script>\n\t<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Za74Rx wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"this-means\"><strong><span style=\"color:#666666\" class=\"has-inline-color\">This means:<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"may-to-september-dry-season\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><span style=\"color:#bba268\" class=\"has-inline-color\">MAY TO SEPTEMBER<\/span> (Dry Season)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The best time for wildlife viewing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It hardly rain and skies are clear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is low season, and there are few tourists around<br><br><strong>THE DRAWBACKS TO CONSIDER: <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warm clothing is essential for evening and early morning activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The sky can be hazy with a lot of dust in the air<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1nze7F wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Zqajc4 wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"october-to-april-wet-season\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>OCTOBER TO APRIL (Wet Season)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lush landscapes and scenery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a chance to see newborn animals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The migrating bird species are present<br><br><strong>DRAWBACKS TO CONSIDER:<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wildlife viewing is good, but the dry season is better<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is high season and the reserve is busier \u2013 especially during school holidays<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The heat can become unbearable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-UFt23 wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevlink-235joD wp-block-lazyblock-upplevlink\"><div class=\"link-block\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/en\/safari-in-madikwe\/\"  target=_blank>KEEN ON A MADIKWE GAME RESERVE SAFARI? &#8211; READ MORE<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1ziXd2 wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-2wTgKe wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-1MOG5U wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevhtml-25Gn0J wp-block-lazyblock-upplevhtml\"><div class=\"html-block showdesktop\">\r\n   <div id=\"kwazulueng_hype_container\" class=\"HYPE_document\" style=\"margin:auto;position:relative;width:600px;height:366px;overflow:hidden;\">\n\t\t<script type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/kwazulu_eng.hyperesources\/kwazulueng_hype_generated_script.js?80412\"><\/script>\n\t<\/div><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"html-block showmobile\">\r\n   <div id=\"kwazulumobeng_hype_container\" class=\"HYPE_document\" style=\"margin:auto;position:relative;width:100%;height:730px;overflow:hidden;\">\n\t\t<script type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/kwazulu_mob_eng.hyperesources\/kwazulumobeng_hype_generated_script.js?17310\"><\/script>\n\t<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1s5uRz wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"this-means\"><strong><span style=\"color:#666666\" class=\"has-inline-color\">This means:<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"may-to-september-dry-season\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><span style=\"color:#bba268\" class=\"has-inline-color\">MAY TO SEPTEMBER<\/span> (Dry Season)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Animals are easily spotted as they gather at water sources and the vegetation thins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Most days are sunny and clear<br><br><strong>DRAWBACKS TO CONSIDER: <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Morning game drives in open vehicles are very cold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dust and haze is prevalent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z8cYUQ wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z28btxR wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"october-to-april-wet-season\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>OCTOBER TO APRIL (Wet Season)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Abundant foliage and lush landscapes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baby animals can be seen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Migratory birds make for prime birding<br><br><strong>DRAWBACKS TO CONSIDER:<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Animals are easier to spot during the dry months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is very hot and humid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-road driving may be limited after heavy rain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-206qsa wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevlink-ZeekUj wp-block-lazyblock-upplevlink\"><div class=\"link-block\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/en\/safari-in-kwazulu-natal\/\"  target=_blank>KEEN ON A KWAZULU-NATAL SAFARI? &#8211; READ MORE<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1BAvVx wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1hBXo7 wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z1CPPRX wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevhtml-1R0tHo wp-block-lazyblock-upplevhtml\"><div class=\"html-block showdesktop\">\r\n   <div id=\"easterneng_hype_container\" class=\"HYPE_document\" style=\"margin:auto;position:relative;width:600px;height:366px;overflow:hidden;\">\n\t\t<script type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/eastern_eng.hyperesources\/easterneng_hype_generated_script.js?93232\"><\/script>\n\t<\/div><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"html-block showmobile\">\r\n   <div id=\"easternmobeng_hype_container\" class=\"HYPE_document\" style=\"margin:auto;position:relative;width:100%;height:712px;overflow:hidden;\">\n\t\t<script type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/eastern_mob_eng.hyperesources\/easternmobeng_hype_generated_script.js?96007\"><\/script>\n\t<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Zv9VW8 wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"this-means\"><strong><span style=\"color:#666666\" class=\"has-inline-color\">This means:<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"may-to-september-dry-season\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><span style=\"color:#bba268\" class=\"has-inline-color\">MAY TO SEPTEMBER<\/span> (Dry Season)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wildlife gathers around waterholes as there is less water in the bush<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is low season, except for the school holidays, and the camps and roads will be less busy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunny skies<br><br><strong>THE DRAWBACKS TO CONSIDER: <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early morning game drives and night drives in open vehicles are cold<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-o0ARf wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-ZLfwC4 wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"october-to-april-wet-season\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>OCTOBER TO APRIL (Wet Season)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wildlife viewing is good throughout the year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are many newborn animals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The vegetation is greener, and spring flowers transform the park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Birding is excellent, and the migratory birds are present<br><br><strong>DRAWBACKS TO CONSIDER:<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elephants might disperse after rain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is high season, and the park gets busy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevspacer-Z26QmmA wp-block-lazyblock-upplevspacer\"><div class=\"upplev-spacer\">\n\t&nbsp;\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-upplevlink-Z248UHy wp-block-lazyblock-upplevlink\"><div class=\"link-block\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/safaricurated.com\/en\/safari-in-eastern-cape\/\"  target=_blank>KEEN ON A EASTERN CAPE SAFARI? 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