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Similar to January, with continued rainfall. Birdwatching remains excellent, and many animals give birth during this period.

The rainy season starts to taper off, and temperatures remain warm. This is the calving season for many herbivores, leading to increased predator activity.

The end of the rainy season with temperatures beginning to drop. The landscape is still lush, and many animals have young offspring.

The dry season begins with cooler temperatures. This is a great time for wildlife viewing as animals concentrate around waterholes. The bush is still a little thick and green.

Dry and cool, with chilly mornings. The start of the peak safari season as wildlife congregates around waterholes.

Dry and cool, with clear skies. Excellent game viewing continues. It's the peak of the dry season.

Similar to July, with very little rainfall. Prime time for wildlife watching as animals gather around permanent water.

Temperatures start to pick up while conditions are still perfect. Wildlife is still abundant, and this is a good time for birdwatching.

Hot temperatures as the dry season progresses. Water sources start to diminish, leading to concentrated wildlife around the remaining waterholes.

Hot and dry conditions prevail. Game viewing is excellent, as animals congregate around the remaining water sources.

Hot temperatures with the possibility of brief afternoon thunderstorms. Wildlife viewing is still good, and migratory birds are present.