Best Time to Visit South Africa
South Africa
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September to November and March to May
Best Months
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June to August
Avoid
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December to February
Peak Season
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Safaris, Cape Town and wine country
Ideal For
🌍 When to go to South Africa
The shoulder seasons bring pleasant weather for Cape Town, the Garden Route and the winelands. Safari viewing in the Kruger is strongest in the dry winter from May to September, when sparse vegetation makes wildlife easier to spot.
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