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Best Time
July and August
(Dry conditions and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities)
High Season
June to October
(Dry conditions; coincides with Great Migration river crossings)
Low Season
March to May
(Rainy conditions but fewer crowds)
Best Weather
June to October
(Low humidity and little rain make for pleasant conditions and easy travel)
Worst Weather
Late March to May
(Heavy rainfall can make some roads impassable, and wildlife viewing can be more difficult)
Exceptional Wildlife Viewing: With scarce water sources and thin vegetation, animals are easy to spot as they congregate around rivers and waterholes.
The Great Migration: This is the ideal time to witness a major event of the Great Migration. From June to October, you can see the dramatic river crossings in the northern Serengeti. During the short dry season from January to mid-March, the southern Serengeti plains burst with new life as wildebeest and zebra calves are born, attracting a high concentration of predators.
Pleasant Climate: The weather is cool and dry, with sunny days and clear skies, ideal for game drives and photography. 
Crowds: June to October is the peak season. Expect more safari vehicles and higher prices for accommodation and flights.
Lower prices: As it’s the low season, you can often find discounts on lodges and tours.
Fewer crowds: Parks are much quieter, providing a more intimate and private safari experience.
Lush scenery: The entire landscape is a stunning, vibrant green, creating beautiful photographic opportunities.
Excellent birdwatching: Migratory birds arrive during this period, making it a fantastic time for birding enthusiasts.
Rainfall: Heavy downpours, particularly during the "long rains" (late March to May), can make some roads difficult or impassable.
Lower visibility: The dense foliage can make it harder to spot animals.
Some closures: A few remote camps and lodges may close during the heaviest rainfall in the long wet season. Peak Season
Low Season
Shoulder Season
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This is the second safari holiday we have used Dev to organise. We had the privilege of visiting three beautiful lodges on this trip, Devs recommendations in three different locations, Sabi Sands, Timbavati, and Makalali, which entailed a lot of organising with pick up and drop by road, each of which was flawless almost to the minute.
First stop was Sabi Sands where we saw the big five within 30 minutes, Unbelievable!
Next stop was Timbavati known for the possibility of seeing the rare white lion, second day out we saw the white lion cub (one of three in the world so we were told ) a gorgeous dirty little white cub with the pride, once again magic. Next stop was Makalali, Dev had mentioned the possibility of seeing cheetahs, after a lot experienced tracking and off road driving we came across two magnificent males basking in the sun, unbelievable.
On our last day when due to leave, a Saturday, my wife fell ill and could not travel, one phone call to Dev, he had transfers rearranged, flights cancelled and rebooked, which took all the stress out of a stressful situation.
I cannot speak highly enough of Dev and Discover Africa.
Vivienne Lister,
Australia
21 May 2026
Vivienne Lister travelled to South Africa
This trip included:
Safari crafted with the expertise of Chrizaan
"This is the second safari holiday we have used Dev to organise. We had the privilege of visiting three beautiful lodges on this trip, Devs recommendations in three different locations, Sabi Sands, Timbavati, and Makalali, which entailed a lot of organising ..."
Vivienne Lister, Australia•21 May 2026•
Read MoreI used Discover Africa services for organizing our South African safari. Justin was our organizer, he did an excellent job. He was very communicative, responsive and very helpful. He helped us all the way and kept in contact also during the Safari. I will definitely be in touch for my future plans.
Shahin Shahkarami,
South Africa
14 Feb 2026
Shahin Shahkarami travelled to Timbavati Game Reserve
This trip included:
Safari crafted with the expertise of Justin
"I used Discover Africa services for organizing our South African safari. Justin was our organizer, he did an excellent job. He was very communicative, responsive and very helpful. He helped us all the way and kept in contact also during the Safari. I will d..."
Shahin Shahkarami, South Africa•14 Feb 2026•
Read MoreOur Hwange Safari and Victoria Falls tour, expertly arranged by Cayleigh Brown from Discover Africa, was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From the seamless logistics to the eco-conscious charm of Insika Lodge and Sable Valley Lodge, every detail reflected thoughtful planning.
Special mention goes to our guide, Mr. Caleb, whose knowledge and passion brought the safari to life. Discover Africa delivered exceptional service and support every step of the way.
Highly recommended for anyone seeking a meaningful and unforgettable African adventure.
Ainsley,
United States
15 Oct 2025
Ainsley travelled to Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park
This trip included:
Safari crafted with the expertise of Cayleigh
"Our Hwange Safari and Victoria Falls tour, expertly arranged by Cayleigh Brown from Discover Africa, was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From the seamless logistics to the eco-conscious charm of Insika Lodge and Sable Valley Lodge, every detail refle..."
Ainsley, United States•15 Oct 2025•
Read MoreWe started to plan our Safari only 2 months prior to arriving in South Africa. The planning and logistics provided by Discover Africa were superb. We only visited Botswana (4 different camps for 2 nights each) and each camp was a wonderful, and yet very different experience in terms of geography and animals. We will definitely be coming back to visit other countries in Southern Africa.
Peter Mckown,
United Kingdom
15 Oct 2025
Peter Mckown travelled to Moremi Game Reserve, Okavango Delta
"We started to plan our Safari only 2 months prior to arriving in South Africa. The planning and logistics provided by Discover Africa were superb. We only visited Botswana (4 different camps for 2 nights each) and each camp was a wonderful, and yet very dif..."
Peter Mckown, United Kingdom•15 Oct 2025•
Read MoreCayleigh responded almost immediately to every question or concern that I had and resolved the issue quickly.
John M,
United States
8 Oct 2025
John M travelled to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Victoria Falls
This trip included:
Safari crafted with the expertise of Cayleigh
"Cayleigh responded almost immediately to every question or concern that I had and resolved the issue quickly."
John M, United States•08 Oct 2025•
Read MoreWe are an Australian family of 6 and have just returned from a 2-week safari holiday in South Africa. Discover Africa was excellent. Devryn Panaino was our consultant and he was full of good information and always speedy with a return email.
There was not a single glitch during our holiday. The lodges and camps recommended were exactly what we asked for, with very comfortable accommodation and a couple of dietary requirements catered for every single meal. The guides and trackers were first-rate. They were very friendly and seemed to know everything about the African bush and its wildlife. They would get us into the best possible viewing spot every time and always so close to the animals.
Even the transfers were good – on time with friendly drivers and air-conditioned vans. Each transfer turned into a mini safari.
We hope to return to Africa in the next few years and will absolutely use Dev and the team at Discover Africa.
Steve Moorhouse,
Australia
2 Aug 2025
Steve Moorhouse travelled to Johannesburg, Timbavati Game Reserve, Sabi Sands Game Reserve
This trip included:
Safari crafted with the expertise of Devryn
"We are an Australian family of 6 and have just returned from a 2-week safari holiday in South Africa. Discover Africa was excellent. Devryn Panaino was our consultant and he was full of good information and always speedy with a return email. There was no..."
Steve Moorhouse, Australia•02 Aug 2025•
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