South Africa
Rainbow lands bloom with wild beauty, May to September unveils a dry, safari-rich escape
14 spots13 speciesDec
01 · Overview
The best time to visit South Africa is between May and October, when dry days bring safaris and Cape Town’s coast into vivid focus. With 15°C to 25°C weather, it’s perfect for spotting the Big Five in Kruger, hiking Table Mountain, or exploring the Winelands. For fewer crowds, try April or November.
02 · Travel essentials
Practical info
LanguageAfrikaans, English, Zulu
CurrencySouth African Rand (ZAR)
TimezoneUTC+2
Emergency10111 (police), 10177 (ambulance)
DrivingLeft-hand
Tap waterBottle only
Plug typeType D,Type M,Type N
TippingNo
Vaccinations—
GPI2.507
03 · Wildlife calendar
Climate
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Bull Shark
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Shark Ray
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Rhinoceros
Rhinoceros
